The Gen 1 was the smallest windlass tourniquet on the market and is a proven product that has saved dozens of lives - but we feel any good product can be improved upon.
Key Details:
- Power Curve™ *Patent Pending: The slot where the band is pulled through is curved, unlike other tourniquets. This shape spreads the load placed on the band when tight, focusing the tension in the center. With straight slots, the band is actually tighter on the edges than it is in the center, uneven pressure could result in permanent tissue damage after a prolonged use case.
- Power Ring™ *Patent Pending: The new steel ring under the windlass makes it one of the easiest tourniquets to turn in the industry. Typically, the first two turns of the windlass on tourniquets are the hardest. We aimed to improve that. The ring creates vertical space to clear the carabiner and provides a mechanical advantage for the initial twist of the windlass.
- Carabiner lock enlarged: Although the gate is the same size the inside of the carabiner lock is enlarged significantly to make it easier to stow the windlass especially after a lot of windlass turns.
- Instructions: The printed instructions and QR code serve as a last resort for a bystander for example that wishes to intervene and assist with application but doesn't necessarily have the technical knowledge on how to do so.