BRIK Micro IFAK Kit
An ultra-compact, Berry-compliant individual first-aid pouch built for EDC, tactical, and LE carry.
What is the BRIK Micro IFAK Kit? The BRIK™ Micro (Bleed Resource Individual Kit — Micro) is MED-TAC International's ultra-compact individual first-aid kit pouch for everyday carry (EDC), tactical operations, law enforcement, and outdoor use. Measuring 3.5" × 3" × 1.75" at ~10 oz, it is built from Berry-compliant 1000D Squadron Nylon Laminate sewn with Aramid Kevlar thread — the same material standard as military field gear. Available in four configurations (Solo Pouch; Solo Pouch w/Tourniquet Holder; Pouch with BRIK MICRO Essentials Kit; Pouch with BRIK PRO Kit & SOF-T-W Tourniquet) and four colors (Black, Olive Drab, Red, Multicam). Made in the USA, 100% Berry compliant.
Key Specifications
| Manufacturer / Brand | MED-TAC International |
| Full Name | BRIK™ — Bleed Resource Individual Kit (Micro) |
| Pouch Dimensions | 3.5" (L) × 3" (W) × 1.75" (D) |
| Pouch Weight | ~10 oz |
| Material | 1000D Squadron Nylon Laminate (Berry compliant) |
| Thread | Aramid Kevlar thread for added tear strength |
| Elastic Webbing | Mil-spec elastic (internal organization) |
| Closure | Velcro® hook & loop |
| Mounting Options | MOLLE panel, belt loop, rear webbing loop |
| Colors | Black, Olive Drab, Red, Multicam |
| Country of Manufacture | USA |
| Berry Compliance | 100% Berry compliant |
| Tourniquet (PRO version) | SOF-T-W (SOF® Tactical Tourniquet Wide) — CoTCCC-recommended |
Available Configurations
Four configurations let buyers choose the right capability level; each is available in all four colors.
Pouch Construction
The BRIK Concept
BRIK — Bleed Resource Individual Kit — is a MED-TAC original built on one principle: preparedness shouldn't require a large pouch or a dedicated medical bag. Uncontrolled external hemorrhage is the leading cause of preventable death in tactical trauma and civilian mass-casualty events, and a tourniquet or pressure bandage applied in the first few minutes is life-saving. Yet most people — even in tactical and LE roles — don't carry the tools, because standard IFAK pouches are too large to carry outside a dedicated gear setup.
The BRIK Micro compresses a functional hemorrhage-control kit into a 3.5 × 3 × 1.75 inch footprint. At ~10 oz it mounts flat on a plate carrier, clips to a gun belt, slides into an EDC bag pocket, or rides on a backpack strap — reaching scenarios where no other IFAK would be present. The four-tier structure lets every user calibrate capability: Solo Pouch for the medic with preferred supplies; Essentials for the trained layperson; PRO with SOF-T-W for the operator who wants full CoTCCC-recommended tourniquet capability at micro scale.
Color Selection
| Color | Primary Use | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Black | LE, plainclothes, EDC, concealed carry | Blends with black duty gear and concealed setups |
| Olive Drab | Military, outdoor, woodland | Matches OD plate carriers and field gear |
| Red | School resource officers, building safety, EMS, first-aid stations | High-visibility for instant identification |
| Multicam | Military, SOF, mixed-terrain | Standard Multicam for operational environments |
The Red variant is the fastest visually identifiable color in an emergency — adopted by school resource officers, corporate security, and building safety coordinators so any person on scene can find the medical kit immediately. In mass-casualty and active-threat environments, seconds saved finding a visible red kit versus a concealed black one have direct patient-outcome implications.
Micro vs. Standard
| Feature | BRIK™ Micro | BRIK™ Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 3.5" × 3" × 1.75" | Larger footprint |
| Weight | ~10 oz | Greater (larger capacity) |
| Primary Role | EDC, compact tactical, plainclothes, minimum capability | Full IFAK role, dedicated medical pouch |
| Tourniquet (PRO) | SOF-T-W (CoTCCC-recommended) | Full-size tourniquet options |
| Best For | EDC, supplemental carry, compact op | Primary IFAK, dedicated medical pouch |
Many operators carry both: the Micro on-person for always-available minimum capability and the BRIK Standard on a plate carrier or in a medical bag for full IFAK capability. See the full IFAK Kits & First Aid collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does BRIK stand for?
Bleed Resource Individual Kit — a MED-TAC concept focused on effective hemorrhage-control capability in the smallest individual carry format. The Micro is the smallest in the line.
What are the dimensions and weight?
3.5" L × 3" W × 1.75" D, ~10 oz — compatible with cargo pockets, gun-belt attachment, EDC bag front pockets, and plate-carrier admin pouches.
Is it Berry compliant?
Yes — 100% Berry compliant and Made in the USA, using Berry-compliant 1000D Squadron Nylon Laminate throughout, eligible for military and federal purchase under domestic-sourcing requirements.
What tourniquet is in the PRO Kit?
The SOF® Tactical Tourniquet Wide (SOF-T-W) — a CoTCCC-recommended windlass tourniquet for extremity hemorrhage control.
Essentials Kit vs. PRO Kit?
Essentials provides the baseline hemorrhage-control and basic first-aid supplies. PRO includes all Essentials items plus the BRIK™ BRD, SOF-T tourniquet, QuikClot® rolled gauze, and One Wrap retention strap — and the SOF-T-W (CoTCCC-recommended).
How does it mount?
Three options: rear MOLLE webbing for plate carriers, chest rigs, and belt rigs; a direct belt loop; and a rear webbing loop — letting one pouch transition between tactical gear, duty belt, and EDC without modification.
Why choose Red?
Red is optimized for environments where rapid visual identification of medical supplies is critical — schools, offices, venues — and can be found and accessed by any trained bystander in seconds. For overt first-responder and building-safety roles, it provides a meaningful operational advantage.
Is this appropriate for civilians without medical training?
The Essentials and PRO configurations are designed for trained responders; the SWAT-T™ in the Essentials Kit is more intuitive for minimally trained users. Regardless of configuration, MED-TAC strongly recommends obtaining accredited hemorrhage-control training before carrying and relying on any trauma kit — training is the force multiplier, the kit provides the tools.
See also: BRIK™ Standard IFAK Kit · IFAK Kits & First Aid · Tourniquets & Pouches · Massive Hemorrhage Control · Public Access Bleeding Control Kits
Related searches: micro IFAK, EDC trauma kit, compact bleeding control pouch, Berry compliant IFAK, SOF-T-W kit.
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.
Available Options:
- Solo Pouch / Black
- Solo Pouch / Olive Drab
- Solo Pouch / Red
- Solo Pouch / Multicam
- Solo Pouch w/Tourniquet Holder / Black
- Solo Pouch w/Tourniquet Holder / Olive Drab
- Solo Pouch w/Tourniquet Holder / Red
- Solo Pouch w/Tourniquet Holder / Multicam
- Pouch with BRIK MICRO Essentials Kit / Black
- Pouch with BRIK MICRO Essentials Kit / Olive Drab
- Pouch with BRIK MICRO Essentials Kit / Red
- Pouch with BRIK MICRO Essentials Kit / Multicam
- Pouch with BRIK PRO Kit & SOF-T-W Tourniquet / Black
- Pouch with BRIK PRO Kit & SOF-T-W Tourniquet / Olive Drab
- Pouch with BRIK PRO Kit & SOF-T-W Tourniquet / Red
- Pouch with BRIK PRO Kit & SOF-T-W Tourniquet / Multicam
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Width | 3.5 Inches |
| Length | 2 Ines |
| Height | 6.5 Inches |
| Weight | 17 Ounces |
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