Comparison Table for Dental Needle Cappers
| Product Name | Features | Material | Sterilization | Compatibility | Compliance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProTector® Needle Sheath Prop | Needle puncture guard/sheath prop | Nonsterile | Not specified | Not specified | OSHA requirements |
| Needle-Stick Safety System | Spring-loaded; Automatically advances to the next capsule; Easy to use | Not specified | Not specified | All needle lengths and gauges | CDC and OSHA compliant |
| Aim Safe Needle Recapping Device | Autoclavable, medical-grade silicone | Autoclavable | Autoclave | Any dental needle and syringe | Not specified |
| Jenker™ Needle Recapper, Needlestick Protector | Stainless steel | Can be sterilized | Autoclave or chemical disinfection | Most needles | Not specified |
| Needle Capper by Zirc Company | Secured to tabletop or tray with an adhesive strip; Syringe held ready for use | Not specified | Surface disinfect only | Not specified | Not specified |
| Sterile Tip Cap | Polypropylene | Not specified | Gamma irradiation | Needle on a syringe | Not specified |
| Captor Deluxe Needle Recapper | High-quality stainless steel | Not specified | Autoclave or chemical disinfection | Not specified | Not specified |
| Needle Cover Holder | Fits all needle cover sizes | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Single-Handed Needle Recapper | High-tech design for ease of use; Autoclavable | Not specified | Autoclave or chemical disinfection | Any needle type | Not specified |
| IMS Needle Cap Holders and Instrument Clips | Hinged instrument clips; Combination pack | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
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1. ProTector® Needle Sheath Prop by Certol International LLC
ProTector® Needle Sheath Prop is a disposable needle-recapping device that can safely uncap and recap needles using a one-handed technique.
- Nonsterile
- Facilitates OSHA requirements
- Needle puncture guard/sheath prop
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2. Needle-Stick Safety System
Needle-Stick Safety System provides protection from single-use needles by covering the ends of the needles after use. Covering needles minimizes the risk of needle sticks during recapping, temporary storage, or disposal.
- Spring-loaded
- Automatically advances to the next capsule after one is removed
- Capsules can be used with all needle lengths and gauges
- Easy to use
- CDC and OSHA compliant
3. Aim Safe Needle Recapping Device
Aim Safe Needle Recapping Device enables one-handed recapping of dental needles once an injection is completed.
- Protects against needlestick injury and potential cross-infection
- Compatible with any dental needle and syringe
- Made of autoclavable, medical-grade silicone
4. Jenker™ Needle Recapper, Needlestick Protector
Jenker™ Needle Recapper safely holds the sheath during recapping, and will not tip.
- Needlestick prevention
- Protects against cross-infection
- Stainless steel
- Can be sterilized
- Accepts most needles
5. Needle Capper by Zirc Company
Zirc Needle Capper is a one-handed uncapping and recapping device in which the needle is uncovered at the same time the syringe is withdrawn from the capper.
- Base of the device is secured to a tabletop or tray with an an adhesive strip
- Syringe held ready for use at a convenient position
- Surface disinfect only
- White only
- Made in the USA
6. Sterile Tip Cap
Sterile Tip Caps are placed over the needle on a syringe.
- Single-use only
- Polypropylene
- Latex free
7. Captor Deluxe Needle Recapper
Captor Deluxe minimizes the risk of accidental needlestick injury with a safe one-handed recapping device.
- Locking mechanism holds the needle cap securely
- High-quality stainless steel
8. Needle Cover Holder
Needle Cover Holder is used for hands-free recapping. To uncap, press the sides, insert the capped needle, release pressure, and pull the needle out.
- Fits all needle cover sizes
- 1.5″ x 1.5″ x 1.75″
9. Single-Handed Needle Recapper
Single-Handed Needle Recapper is designed to minimize the risk of accidental needle sticks and adapts to any needle type.
- Will never wear out
- High-tech design for ease of use
- Autoclavable
10. IMS Needle Cap Holders and Instrument Clips
IMS Needle Cap Holders maintain cap in an upright position for one-handed needle recapping. Hinged instrument clips secure instruments in lid of the cassette.
