C-A-T Gen 7 is the seventh-generation Combat Application Tourniquet designed to control life-threatening extremity bleeding. Its construction enables rapid, reliable, and effective application even in challenging conditions where every second matters.
The patented \u201cband-within-a-band\u201d design consists of an outer sleeve with a freely moving internal band, allowing circumferential pressure to be applied evenly around the limb and effectively compressing the blood vessels. The single-routing buckle simplifies application, helps eliminate strap slack more quickly, and facilitates use in critical situations.
The reinforced windlass rod features pronounced grip-enhancing ridges, making it easier to grasp and turn securely even with wet or blood-contaminated hands. Once sufficient pressure has been applied to stop the bleeding, the windlass rod is secured in a dedicated windlass clip, which holds it firmly in place and helps maintain the required tension.
The effectiveness of the C-A-T tourniquet has been evaluated by the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research. In testing, the device, when properly applied, was found to be 100% effective in occluding blood flow in both upper and lower extremities.
Due to its reliable construction, rapid application, and ease of use, the C-A-T Gen 7 is widely used in military and tactical medicine, emergency medical services, and first aid kits intended for life-threatening bleeding emergencies.
The tourniquet is intended for situations where severe extremity bleeding cannot be effectively controlled by other methods or where the nature of the injury requires immediate occlusion of blood flow to the limb. To ensure effective and safe use, users should become familiar with proper tourniquet application principles in advance and regularly practise practical bleeding control skills. <\/p>\n
What are the dimensions?
\nPackaged 16.5 x 6.1 x 3.8 cm; open length 95.3 cm; strap width 3.8 cm.<\/p>\n
What does it weigh?
\n2.7 oz, approx. 77 g. <\/p>\n
Is it CoTCCC approved?
\nYes, the C-A-T is CoTCCC approved.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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