The Teleflex FAST1™ Intraosseous Infusion System provides sternal IO access when standard venous access is not possible — enabling flow rates up to 80 mL/min by gravity drip. Manual insertion with no batteries required, a Target Patch for exact placement guidance, depth-controlled needle deployment, and a footprint of 8.5 × 8.0 × 1.3 in at 127.6 g make it a purpose-built IO solution for austere combat and emergency environments in patients aged 12 and over.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Teleflex |
| SKU | 01-0042RTR |
| Access Route | Sternal intraosseous (manubrium) |
| Insertion Method | Manual — no battery or power source required |
| Depth Control | Built-in — no needle length selection required |
| Max Flow Rate (Gravity) | Up to 80 mL/min |
| Placement Guidance | Target Patch — exact sternal insertion guidance |
| Tubing | Low-profile infusion tubing designed to resist dislodgement |
| Dimensions | 8.5 in × 8.0 in × 1.3 in |
| Weight | 127.6 g (under 4.5 oz) |
| Patient Age Indication | 12 years and over |
| CPR Compatibility | Can be used during ongoing CPR |
| Cervical Collar Compatibility | Can be used with cervical spine collar in place |
Product Overview
In hemorrhagic shock and critical resuscitation scenarios, rapid vascular access is essential — yet standard peripheral IV access often fails when it is needed most. Hypovolemic shock causes peripheral vasoconstriction, collapsing veins precisely when resuscitation fluids are most urgently required. The FAST1 Intraosseous Infusion System solves this by establishing sternal IO access to the bone marrow space, which remains perfused even in severe hemorrhagic shock and provides direct communication with the central circulation.
The sternal access site offers several advantages over tibial or humeral IO routes in combat and austere settings. The sternum is accessible regardless of patient position, remains accessible when extremities are injured or inaccessible, and requires no electric power — the FAST1 uses manual insertion with built-in depth control, eliminating the depth-selection complexity of drill-based tibial IO systems. The Target Patch adheres to the manubrium and provides precise insertion guidance, enabling accurate placement even under stress, at night, or with degraded fine motor skills.
Flow rates up to 80 mL/min by gravity drip — and significantly higher under pressure infusion — make the FAST1 capable of delivering the rapid fluid and blood volumes required for hemorrhagic shock resuscitation. The low-profile infusion tubing is specifically engineered to remain secured and resist dislodgement during patient packaging and transport. The device can be employed during ongoing CPR without interruption, and is compatible with cervical spine collar placement — important in polytrauma patients.
When to Use FAST1 IO Access
- Failed or impossible peripheral IV access in hemorrhagic shock
- Cardiac arrest requiring immediate fluid and medication delivery
- Burns or blast injuries making peripheral access hazardous
- Extremity injuries limiting tibial or humeral IO access
- Time-critical resuscitation where IV access attempts would cause unacceptable delay
- Patients aged 12 and over (adult adolescent sternal development required)
See also: Massive Hemorrhage Control | IFAK Kits & First Aid | Bandages & Dressings
All products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Width | 8.0 Inches |
| Length | 1.3 Inches |
| Height | 8.5 Inches |
| Weight | 127.6 grams |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
