What is a Clave on IV Tubing?

A clave on IV tubing is a needleless connector that enables secure, closed-system access to intravenous lines, eliminating the need for needles and minimizing the risk of catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs). It provides an effective microbial barrier for IV therapy, central lines, and peripheral IV catheters.

What is a Clave Connector Used For?

Clave connectors are used to connect syringes or IV lines to catheters or tubing Allow needleless access for flushing, medication administration, and blood draws Promote injection safety and help reduce needlestick injuries

How to Use a MicroClave Connector?

Disinfect the hub per hospital protocol Attach syringe or IV line firmly to the MicroClave needleless connector Administer medication or fluids as indicated Flush with saline or per protocol and remove the syringe Clean the port again, ensuring optimal infection control

What is a Clave for a Cannula?

A clave for a cannula acts as a needleless IV port at the end of the cannula, offering closed, safe, and repeated access points for medications, fluids, and blood sampling while actively preventing reflux and reducing contamination risks.

What Does a Clave Do?

Maintains a closed IV system Decreases the chance of CRBSIs Provides needleless port for secure access Ensures continuous antimicrobial protection

How to Change Clave on Central Line?

Wash hands & don gloves Stop infusion & clamp the line Disinfect old clave connector hub Unscrew and remove the old clave Clean catheter hub with alcohol Attach a new sterile clave connector Unclamp line and flush as prescribed

What Is the Cost of Clave Connector?

The cost of clave connectors varies based on type and quantity but typically ranges from $1.50 to $3.50 per unit—offering cost-effective infection control in hospitals, clinics, and home IV therapy.

What Is the Best Needleless Connector?

The best needleless connector is a closed-system neutral displacement connector like the MicroClave—renowned for minimal reflux, reduced infection rates, and compatibility with both central and peripheral IV setups.

What Is a MicroClave Connector Used For?

A MicroClave connector provides a neutral displacement IV access port for: Medication administration Blood draws Flushing IV catheters Minimizing occlusions & infections

IV Clave is a proprietary needleless IV connector designed to create a secure, closed, and microbial-resistant port for all intravenous therapies and blood draws.

Why Choose Our IV Clave Connectors, Needleless Tubing Connectors & IV Spikes?

Prevent IV infection with needleless technology Compatible with all IV tubing, central venous catheters, and peripheral IV lines Highest ranked for infection control, needleless access, and catheter care Easy to use, clear instructions, and bulk hospital packaging available Preferred for use with central line clave replacement, IV infusions, and home IV therapy

IV Clave Connectors, Needeless, Tubing Connectors & IV Spikes

Discover superior safety and infection prevention with our IV Clave Connectors. Designed for healthcare excellence, these needle-free connectors minimize the risk of bloodstream infections, ensuring optimal patient care. Featuring antimicrobial technology, our connectors support reduced CLABSI rates, sterile fluid transfers, and reliable compatibility with IV therapy systems. Trusted in hospitals and clinics, IV Clave Connectors are essential for maintaining vascular access health, patient safety, and streamlined infection control protocols.

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