Sterile Hypodermic Syringe (5 ML)

A 5 mL sterile hypodermic syringe is a standard mid-capacity clinical device.It is designed for single-use administration of larger medication volumes, intravenous (IV) flushing, and fluid aspiration.

Key Technical Specifications

Nominal Capacity:5 milliliters (often features an overfill scale up to 5.5 mL or 6 mL).

Graduation Interval: Clear, bold markings at 0.2 mL increments for reliable dosing.

Material: Medical-grade, highly transparent polypropylene cylinder and plunger rod.

Sterilization: Sterilized using Ethylene Oxide (ETO) gas or Gamma radiation to guarantee a 100% pyrogen-free fluid path.

Tip Types: Available in Luer Lock (secure screw-on thread) or Luer Slip (conical push-on fit, often eccentric/off-center to allow closer alignment with a vein).

Components of a 3-Piece Design

Barrel: The transparent housing featuring an integrated retaining ring to prevent plunger pull-out.

Plunger: The inner core that controls fluid displacement.

Piston: A latex-free, inert synthetic rubber gasket that ensures a smooth, leak-proof glide.

Common Needle Pairings

When sold as a complete unit, 5 mL syringes are typically paired with larger needle sizes to handle the higher fluid volume efficiently:

21G to 22G (1.25 to 1.5 inch): Standard for deep intramuscular (IM) injections or viscous medications.

18G to 20G: Commonly used as a draw-up needle to extract medication from vials or for blood collection.