Nylene® Polyamide Nylon Suture
Nylene® is a synthetic non-absorbable monofilament nylon suture designed for soft tissue approximation where smooth handling, minimal tissue reaction and reliable tensile strength are required.
Product Overview
- Synthetic non-absorbable nylon suture
- Blue monofilament structure for clear visibility
- Physiologically inert with minimal tissue reaction
- Pliable, smooth and easy to handle
- Sterile, pre-cut lengths available in various sizes
Key Features
- Excellent knot holding ability
- Extruded through a diamond die into a single uniform monofilament strand
- Extremely strong with high tensile strength
- Bright blue colour provides increased visibility
- Also available in black and clear undyed options for selected specifications
- Made with 300 series stainless steel needles
Material Profile
Nylene® is made from polyamide nylon and is intended for procedures where a non-absorbable suture is preferred. Its monofilament construction provides smooth tissue passage and helps minimise tissue drag.
| Absorption | Non-absorbable |
|---|---|
| Structure | Monofilament |
| Material | Polyamide Nylon |
Suggested Procedures
- General soft tissue closure
- Dermatology
- Plastic surgery
- Cosmetic procedures
- Accident and emergency procedures
- Subcuticular closure
- Skin cancer procedures
- General and intestinal procedures
Specification Summary
Nylene®
Polyamide Nylon
Monofilament
Non-absorbable
Blue
300 Series Stainless Steel







