Smiths Medical 100/127/055 - TUBE, ENDOTRACH, UNCUFF, BLU LN, MURPH, 5.5MM, 10 EA/CS
The Smiths Medical 100/127/055 Endotracheal Tube is an uncuffed airway management device designed to support safe and efficient intubation during anesthesia, emergency care, and critical respiratory management. Manufactured from clear, medical-grade PVC, this tube offers flexibility, durability, and excellent visibility for clinicians during placement and monitoring.
This Blue Line endotracheal tube features a Murphy eye near the distal tip, providing an additional ventilation pathway that helps maintain airflow even if the main lumen becomes partially obstructed. The 5.5 mm internal diameter makes it suitable for pediatric or smaller airway applications where uncuffed tubes are preferred for minimizing airway pressure and trauma.
Its smooth, atraumatic tip and clear construction enable accurate visualization of condensation and secretions, while the standardized connector ensures compatibility with most ventilators, anesthesia machines, and breathing circuits commonly used in hospitals and surgical centers.
Key Benefits
- Uncuffed design helps reduce airway pressure and supports safer pediatric airway management
- Murphy eye provides an additional ventilation pathway to maintain airflow if blockage occurs
- Clear medical grade PVC allows visual monitoring of condensation and secretions
- Smooth distal tip minimizes trauma during insertion
- Standard connector fits widely used ventilation and anesthesia equipment
- Flexible yet durable tubing maintains structural integrity during positioning
- Individually sterile packaged tubes help support infection control protocols
Compatibility and Applications
This endotracheal tube is designed for use in a wide range of clinical airway management scenarios, including operating rooms, intensive care units, emergency departments, and pre-hospital settings. The tube connects easily with manual resuscitators, ventilators, anesthesia circuits, and airway management accessories that accept standard connectors.
The 5.5 mm internal diameter is commonly selected for pediatric patients or individuals with smaller airway anatomy. Its uncuffed design is particularly suitable for situations where airway pressure must be carefully managed to reduce mucosal irritation and potential complications.
Usage Guidelines
Prior to intubation, clinicians should verify tube size selection based on patient anatomy and clinical protocols. The sterile package should be opened immediately before use using proper aseptic technique. During insertion, visualization tools such as a laryngoscope should be used to guide placement through the vocal cords into the trachea.
After placement, correct tube positioning should be confirmed using established clinical methods, including auscultation, capnography, or imaging when necessary. The tube should then be secured according to institutional airway management procedures to maintain stable ventilation.
Certifications and Safety Standards
The Smiths Medical Blue Line endotracheal tube is produced in compliance with internationally recognized medical device manufacturing standards. The product is manufactured under controlled quality systems and follows applicable regulatory guidelines for airway management devices used in hospital and emergency medical settings.
Each tube is supplied sterile and packaged to maintain integrity during storage and transport, supporting healthcare facilities in maintaining consistent infection prevention practices.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared with standard endotracheal tubes available in the market, the Smiths Medical Blue Line series is known for its reliable construction, consistent lumen shape, and well-designed Murphy eye that enhances airflow safety. The clear PVC construction provides better visualization than many opaque airway tubes, allowing clinicians to detect moisture buildup or secretions quickly.
Healthcare providers often choose the Blue Line series because of its dependable performance, smooth insertion characteristics, and compatibility with widely used airway management systems across surgical and critical care environments.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This endotracheal tube is commonly used by anesthesiologists, emergency physicians, respiratory therapists, paramedics, and critical care clinicians who require dependable airway management devices. It is frequently selected in pediatric operating procedures, emergency airway stabilization, and intensive care ventilation support.
The tube is also used in surgical suites where consistent airway patency and reliable ventilation are essential throughout anesthesia and recovery phases.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
- Select the correct tube size based on patient age, airway anatomy, and clinical guidelines
- Inspect the packaging and tube integrity before opening the sterile package
- Use proper intubation tools and techniques to minimize airway trauma
- Confirm tube placement using standard clinical verification methods
- Secure the tube carefully to prevent displacement during ventilation
- Dispose of the device after single use according to facility medical waste protocols
Regulatory and Safety Information
This endotracheal tube is intended for single patient use and should only be used by trained medical professionals experienced in airway management procedures. Proper clinical judgment and adherence to institutional protocols are essential to ensure safe and effective use.
Single use design helps minimize cross contamination risks and supports infection control measures in clinical environments. The product should be stored in a clean, dry environment until needed for patient care.
How to Order
Healthcare providers, hospitals, and medical supply distributors can order the Smiths Medical 100/127/055 Endotracheal Tube through CIA Medical. For product availability, bulk purchasing options, or assistance selecting compatible airway management supplies, contact CIA Medical directly at (312) 275-5850.
