Combat Application Tourniquet (CAT®)

Combat Application Tourniquet (CAT®) – GEN7 When every second matters, trust the Combat Application Tourniquet (CAT®) GEN7—the industry-leading tourniquet relied upon by military personnel, law enforcement, EMS professionals, and prepared civilians around the world. Designed for rapid, one-handed application, the CAT GEN7 is engineered to quickly control life-threatening extremity bleeding in emergency situations. Introduced to the U.S. Army in 2005, the Combat Application Tourniquet has become the official tourniquet of the U.S. Army and is widely credited with significantly reducing preventable deaths from severe extremity bleeding. The latest GEN7 model features an improved single-routing buckle, reinforced windlass system, and several design enhancements that make application faster, simpler, and more effective. As a Certified North American Rescue CAT Tourniquet Distributor, Pathfinder offers genuine CAT® tourniquets that meet the rigorous standards trusted by first responders and military professionals. Features Genuine CAT® GEN7 Tourniquet Made in the USA Certified North American Rescue CAT Tourniquet Distributor True one-handed application Quickly controls life-threatening extremity bleeding Official Tourniquet of the U.S. Army Used by military, law enforcement, EMS, and first responders Designed to perform in all weather conditions Compact, lightweight, and easy to carry Exceeds ANSI/ISEA Z308.1-2021 standard for tourniquets GEN7 Improvements Single-routing buckle for faster application and simplified training Reinforced windlass rod with larger diameter and aggressive grip pattern Bilateral windlass clip for secure locking Enhanced tactical gray windlass strap with application time recording area Reinforced stabilization plate with beveled contact bar Signature Red Tip Technology® for quick visual identification during application Patented free-moving internal band for evenly distributed circumferential pressure Trusted Performance Official Tourniquet of the U.S. Army Awarded one of the "Top 10 Greatest Inventions" by the U.S. Army Recommended by the Committee on Tactical Combat Casualty Care (CoTCCC) Proven effective by the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research for occluding blood flow in upper and lower extremities Specifications Made in: USA Packaged Dimensions: 6.5" H × 2.4" W × 1.5" D Weight: 3.04 oz. National Stock Numbers (NSN) Black: 6515-01-521-7976 Orange: 6515-01-612-7129 Important: A tourniquet should only be applied by someone who has received appropriate training or when responding to a life-threatening emergency. After application, seek emergency medical care immediately. Do not remove a tourniquet once it has been applied unless directed by qualified medical personnel.