The Orchid Safety Release Valve™ or Orchid SRV™ connects via standard luer-locking connection, allowing flow during IV therapy. The Orchid SRV™ is designed to allow the device to separate into two halves when longitudinal tension exceeds the SRV tension window (between 1-4.2 lbf), automatically closing the flow path to both IV extension set and IV administration set. Following separation, a component of the Orchid SRV™ is left attached to each side of the infusion system to protect the intraluminal pathway. Upon separation, replacement of the SRV™ is necessary. Follow institutional policy to replace the SRV™, or at least every seven (7) days.
A small, non-powered, noninvasive, linear Luer connector intended to connect an intravenous (IV) line to a peripheral catheter/cannula during IV administration, and to facilitate safe disconnection if excessive tension is placed on the IV line (e.g., unintentional tugging or pulling). The safe disconnection feature, which is sometimes referred to as a force activated separation mechanism and designed to reduce patient injury, includes valves to prevent blood loss, contamination, and IV fluid leakage. This is a single-use device.