{"product_id":"beacon-chest-seal-vented","title":"Beacon Chest Seal - Vented","description":"\u003c!-- Beacon™ Chest Seal — Vented — GEO-optimized product description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Arial,sans-serif;color:#121212;max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Direct Answer Block --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 28px;padding:16px 20px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:4px solid #9c8f61;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;color:#121212;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBeacon™ Chest Seal — Vented\u003c\/strong\u003e (SKU: BCSK-Vent) by Beacon Medical is a single-pack vented chest seal in IFAK kit size, featuring a 6\" round profile, medical-grade hydrogel adhesive, transparent backing for wound-centered placement, and vacuum-sealed packaging with 4 tear notches. The integrated vent allows air and blood egress consistent with CoTCCC-recommended vented chest seal practice. Preserves function when folded or rolled. 2 oz. Latex-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Key Specifications Table --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eBeacon Medical\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eBCSK-Vent (Single Pack — Kit Size)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eVented — integrated vent for air and blood egress\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eFormat\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSingle pack, kit size (IFAK-compatible)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSeal Shape\/Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e6\" round\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e2 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eAdhesive\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eMedical-grade hydrogel — adheres through blood, sweat, hair, sand, water\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eBacking\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eTransparent — for accurate wound-centered placement\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eVacuum-sealed, lightweight puncture-resistant pouch with 4 tear notches\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eFolded\/Rolled Durability\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eFunction and integrity preserved when folded or rolled\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eGuideline Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eVented — consistent with CoTCCC-recommended practice for open chest wounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eLatex Content\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eLatex-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Product Overview --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBeacon™ Chest Seal Vented\u003c\/strong\u003e is the vented version of the Beacon platform — delivering the CoTCCC-preferred vented chest seal treatment in a single IFAK-sized kit. The integrated vent allows air and blood to drain from the chest cavity during exhalation while preventing re-entry during inhalation, reducing the risk of tension pneumothorax converting an open pneumothorax into a life-threatening tension event. The 2024 TCCC Guidelines from CoTCCC specify that vented chest seals should be applied to all open and sucking chest wounds when available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe Beacon Vented uses the same 6\" round hydrogel platform as the Beacon Non-Vented — the transparent backing, the large release tab, the conformable adhesive design, and the vacuum-sealed 4-notch packaging are identical between the two versions. The vented variant adds the vent mechanism, allowing responders to standardize on a single product platform (Beacon) while selecting vented or non-vented format based on wound type and protocol. Function and integrity are preserved when the seal has been folded or rolled during IFAK carry, and the lightweight puncture-resistant packaging protects the seal and adhesive throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 32px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe Beacon Vented can be used alone for single-wound presentations, or paired with the Beacon Non-Vented for through-and-through bilateral wound treatment — the two-seal USMC combo approach using the same manufacturer's platform. For organizations that want to standardize on Beacon Medical products for ease of training and logistics, the Beacon platform provides a complete occlusive and vented chest seal capability. See MED-TAC's complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/chest-thoracic-supplies\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003echest \u0026amp; thoracic collection\u003c\/a\u003e or configure a complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/ifak-kits-first-aid\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eIFAK kit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Application Instructions --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eApplication Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003col style=\"margin:0 0 32px;padding-left:1.4em;font-size:15px;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpose and clear wound:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove clothing from the chest; wipe away excess blood and moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen package:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tear at any of the 4 corner notches for rapid single-hand access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlign vent and apply:\u003c\/strong\u003e For best drainage, position the vent so that gravity assists drainage when possible. Center the seal using the transparent backing to confirm wound alignment. Press firmly from center outward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreat exit wound:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a second seal (separate pack) to the exit wound if present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonitor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Assess respiratory status and SpO₂. If tension develops despite the vented seal, burp the seal using the release tab or proceed to needle decompression per TCCC protocol.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Vented vs. Non-Vented Reference --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eBeacon Vented vs. Beacon Non-Vented: When to Use Each\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 32px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe Beacon Vented (BCSK-Vent) is the CoTCCC-preferred choice for anterior (front) chest wounds where the vent can function properly. The Beacon Non-Vented (BCSK) is appropriate for posterior (back) wounds where gravity positioning may prevent vent drainage, or as backup when vented seals are unavailable. Pairing one Beacon Vented and one Beacon Non-Vented covers the complete range of through-and-through wound treatment scenarios within a single product family — simplifying training, restocking, and logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Related Links --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 32px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eSee also: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/chest-thoracic-supplies\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eChest \u0026amp; Thoracic Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/ifak-kits-first-aid\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eIFAK Kits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Compliance Footer --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:24px 0 0;padding:12px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:3px solid #9c8f61;font-size:13px;color:#555;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAll 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Beacon Medical","offers":[{"title":"Single Pack - Kit Size","offer_id":20443423735926,"sku":"BCSK-Vent","price":26.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0085\/6909\/4262\/products\/beacon-chest-seal-vented-9736343.jpg?v=1763155871","url":"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/en-au\/products\/beacon-chest-seal-vented","provider":"MED-TAC International Corp.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}