Braintree Scientific Rotating Tail Injector Tube Small 1.125 in. ID

Braintree Scientific RTI TUBE 2 – Rotating Tail Injector Tube, 1.125 in. ID

The Braintree Scientific RTI TUBE 2 is a specialized laboratory restraint designed for use with the Rotating Tail Injector (RTI) platform. Featuring a 1.125-inch (28.5 mm) internal diameter, this "Small" model is engineered to provide a precise, secure fit for smaller mice and juvenile rodents, preventing them from turning or retreating during sensitive procedures. The tube is constructed from high-grade, optically clear acrylic, allowing the researcher to maintain constant visual contact with the subject to monitor respiration and physiological stress levels. Designed to integrate perfectly with the RTI base, the tube allows for effortless rotation, presenting the tail at the ideal ergonomic angle for intravenous access. This system is a standard in pharmacological research, providing a low-stress environment that enhances both animal welfare and the accuracy of experimental data.

Technical Performance and Design

• Small-Bore Precision (1.125 in. ID): Specifically sized to prevent smaller subjects from maneuvering within the tube, ensuring they remain in the optimal position for tail-vein cannulation or blood sampling.

• Unobstructed Monitoring: The crystal-clear acrylic housing ensures 360-degree visibility, which is critical for observing heart rate, respiratory patterns, and any adverse reactions during drug administration.

• Integrated Rotation: Engineered to lock into the Braintree RTI stand, allowing for fluid rotation of the subject without the need for manual handling, thereby reducing "handling stress" which can skew physiological data.

• Sanitary Construction: The non-porous surface is resistant to common laboratory disinfectants and alcohols, facilitating easy cleaning between subjects to maintain an aseptic environment.

Product Specifications

• Catalog Number: RTI TUBE 2

• Internal Diameter (ID): 1.125 inches (28.5 mm)

• Material: High-Clarity Acrylic

• Size Category: Small (Optimized for small/juvenile mice)

• Compatibility: Braintree Scientific Rotating Tail Injector Systems

Key Benefits & Applications

• Precision Tail-Vein Access: Stabilizes the subject to allow for rapid, one-person injections of contrast agents, isotopes, or therapeutic compounds.

• Serial PK/PD Studies: Enables repeatable blood collection over time by providing a consistent restraint environment that minimizes animal trauma and variation in cortisol levels.

• Physiological Monitoring: Frequently used in setups for tail-cuff plethysmography (blood pressure) or localized thermal testing in conscious rodents.

• Standardized Research Workflows: A staple in toxicology and immunology labs, providing a standardized method of restraint that complies with modern animal welfare (IACUC) guidelines.

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