Product Review
The patented C-A-T is a one-handed tourniquet. Tests proved that the C-A-T completely occluded blood flow of an extremity in the event of a traumatic wound with significant hemorrhage. The C-A-T utilizes a durable windlass system with a patented free-moving internal band providing true circumferential pressure to the extremity. Once adequately tightened, bleeding will cease and the windlass is locked into place. A hook and loop windlass retention strap is then applied, securing the windlass to maintain pressure during casualty evacuation. The C-A-T's unique dual securing system avoids the use of screws and clips which can become difficult to operate under survival stress or where fine motor skills are compromised. .
- Official Tourniquet of the U.S. Army. Used by both conventional and Special Operation forces. Awarded as one of the “Top 10 Greatest Inventions” by the U.S. Army
- Proven to be 100% effective in occluding blood flow in both upper & lower extremities by the U.S. Army’s Institute of Surgical Research. Recommended by the Committee on Tactical Combat Casualty Care
- True, one-handed application tourniquet. Quickly controls life-threatening extremity bleeding. Single Routing Buckle for faster application, decreased blood loss, effective slack removal, fewer windlass turns, and simplified training with single protocol application standards
- Includes reinforced windlass, stabilization plate, windlass clip and writeable windlass security strap. Designed to perform in all weather conditions. Small and cost-effective. Features NAR's signature Red Tip Technology elliptical tab providing added visual clues during application
- Reinforced windlass rod with increased diameter for enhanced strength and aggressive ribbing for improved grip. Bilateral windlass clip for rapid windlass lock and bilateral buttress for added strength. Enhanced tactical gray windlass strap secured to the latch for constant contact providing safe windlass security and a place to document application time. Reinforced stabilization plate with beveled contact bar. Patented free-moving internal band for evenly distributed circumferential pressure
