THE SAM CHEST SEAL MEETS COTCCC PREFERRED FEATURES FOR CHEST SEALS

• FDA 510(k) Cleared
  
• CE Mark
  
• Sterile
  
• Device adheres despite the presence of blood, sweat, hair, and sand
  
• Adheres despite storage as defined in Military Standard 810G
  
• Easily applied in battlefield situations
  
• Has tabs to facilitate removal of adhesive [dressing]
  
• Minimum incidence of allergic reactions to adhesive
  
• Oval shape; 6-8 inches or larger in size
  
• Creates an occlusive seal
  
• Ventable through lifting a flap on the seal; reseals well after venting
  
• One-way valve design prevents obstruction from blankets, clothing
  
• Puncture-resistant packaging; lightweight and ruggedized
  
• Long shelf life; inexpensive
  
• Integrity and function maintained when stored or carried in folded configuration
  
• Configured for ease of use in low-light environments*
  
• Packaged two per package**
  

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

• Latex free
• Transparent
  
• Dual tabs to facilitate placement and removal of dressing
  
• Vacuum packed tear and peel pouch
  
• Works under extreme heat and cold
  
• Dressing and packaging are night vision optimized
• Elastic for conformability of curved body surfaces
  
• Oval shape with thin edge layer that resists lifting or peeling
• Biocompatible
  
• Rapid, highly absorbent 53 x 93 pad included
  

ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR OPTIONAL VALVE VERSION

• One-way valve provides for low resistance airflow out of chest cavity while preventing ingress
• Valve is designed to prevent blockage internally
• Valve is designed to prevent blockage caused by external items such as a blanket
• Cap allows occlusive option