- All products are sterile, single-use unless otherwise noted
- Ventilation Tube Dimensions in millimeters
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Ventilation Tubes
HOW TO MEASURE
Measurements are listed in millimeters (schematic example and KEY below). All ventilation tube dimensions are approximate and subject to manufacturing variances.
MRI INFORMATION
The Stainless Steel Vent Tubes, Titanium Vent Tube and Stainless Steel Wire have been determined to be MR-conditional according to the terminology specified in the American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) International. Designation: F2503-05.
A patient with this device can be scanned safely immediately after placement under the following conditions:
-Static magnetic field of 3 Tesla or less
-Maximum spatial gradient magnetic field of 720-Gauss/cm or less
Addtional information can be obtained by contacting Summit Medical at 888-229-2875.
Armstrong Beveled Straight Shank
The angle of the beveled inner flange corresponds to the angle of the tympanic membrane for easier insertion, resistance to premature extrusion, and visibility through the lumen. Sterile. Single-use.
| Armstrong Beveled Straight Shank | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-0500-01 | —- | Silicone | 1.14 | 2.6 | — | 7.0 | — |
| VT-0501-01 | —- | Fluoroplastic / White | 1.14 | 2.6 | — | 7.5 | — |
Armstrong Grommet
Beveled inner flange corresponds to the angle of the tympanic membrane for easier insertion, extrusion resistance, and visibility through the lumen. Outer flange adds security. Sterile. Single-use.
| Armstrong Grommet | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-0503-01 | —- | Fluoroplastic / Blue | 1.14 | 2.5 | 2.4 | 1.0 | 4.0 |
Modified Armstrong Grommet
Modified angle facilitates insertion into the myringotomy. Sterile. Single-use.
| Modified Armstrong Grommet | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-0508-01 | —- | Fluoroplastic / Blue | 1.14 | 3.07 | 2.59 | 1.29 | 3.07 |
Baxter Bevel Button
The beveled shape resists occlusion and clears easily. It permits improved visibility through the lumen. The smaller models are especially useful for small ear canal or pediatric applications. Sterile. Single-use.
| Baxter Bevel Button | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-0602-01 | — | Fluoroplastic / White | 1.27 | 3 | 3.0 | — | 2.2 |
| VT-0606-01 | — | Silicone / Blue | 1.27 | 2.62 | 1.27 | — | 2.08 |
Bevel Bobbin
Combining the best features of the Baxter Bevel Button and the Reuter Bobbin, the beveled shape resists occlusion and clears easily. Sterile. Single-use.
| Bevel Bobbin | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-0608-01 | —- | Fluoroplastic / White | 1.14 | 2.79 | 2.79 | 0.66 | 1.75 |
Collar Button (Shehy Style)
Available in fluoroplastic or silicone, with or without wire, and two inner lumen diameters. These large inner diameter models offer increased drainage and ventilation. Similar to Reuter Bobbin without holes. Sterile. Single-use.
| Collar Button | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
#rows pan# | VT-1001-01 | —- | Fluoroplastic / White | 1.27 | 2.9 | 2.9 | 1.4 | 2.1 |
| VT-1002-01 | —- | Silicone / Blue | 1.27 | 2.84 | 2.84 | 1.43 | 2.0 |
Donaldson
The large lumen offers good ventilation and the dual flange design resists migration and extrusion. Available with a tab for insertion and removal convenience. Sterile. Single-use.
| Donaldson | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-0100-01 | —- | Silicone / Blue | 1.14 | 2.4 | 2.4 | 0.8 | 2.2 |
| VT-0101-01 | w / tab | Fluoroplastic / White | 1.27 | 2.9 | 2.9 | 1.4 | 2.1 | |
| VT-0102-01 | —- | Fluoroplastic / White | 1.14 | 2.84 | 2.84 | 1.43 | 2.0 |
Mini-Grommet
Dimensioned for pediatric, small ear canal, and tortuous ear canal applications. Mini-Grommet tubes are precision-machined from lightweight, certified titanium. Sterile. Single-use.
| Mini-Grommet | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-1425-01 | —- | Titanium | 0.76 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.0 | 1.5 |
Mini-Tef
Dimensioned for pediatric, small ear canal, and tortuous ear canal applications. Mini-Tef tubes are constructed of white fluoroplastic and feature a larger diameter inner flange. Sterile. Single-use.
| Mini-Tef | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-1602-01 | —- | Fluoroplastic / White | 0.89 | 2.0 | 1.6 | 1.0 | 1.5 |
Paparella
Available in two inner lumen and flange sizes (Types I and II), the notched inner flange is designed for a “twist-in” insertion in a smaller incision. Sterile. Single-use.
| Paparella | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-0300-01 | Type I | Silicone / Blue | 1.14 | 2.4 | 2.1 | 1.1 | 2.2 |
| VT-0301-01 | Type II | Silicone / Blue | 1.42 | 4.4 | 2.7 | 1.1 | 2.2 |
Reuter Bobbin without Holes
The larger flange diameters encourage longer-term retention. The short flange model is designed to pass through smaller speculums. Available in three-lumen diameters. The design is similar to Collar Button design. Sterile. Single-use.
| Reuter Bobbin w/out Holes | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-1203-01 | —- | Fluoroplastic / White | 1.0 | 2.8 | 2.8 | 1.0 | 1.5 |
| VT-1204-01 | —- | Fluoroplastic / White | 1.14 | 2.8 | 2.8 | 1.0 | 1.5 | |
| VT-1231-01 | —- | Titanium | 1.14 | 2.8 | 2.8 | 1.0 | 1.4 | |
| VT-1232-01 | —- | Titanium | 1.27 | 2.8 | 2.8 | 1.0 | 1.4 |
Shah
The tab on the outer flange facilitates insertion and better resists extrusion. Sterile. Single-use.
| Shah | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-0802-01 | w / tab | Fluoroplastic / White | 1.14 | 2.4 | 2.4 | — | 2.5 |
| VT-0803-01 | w / wire | Fluoroplastic / White | 1.14 | 2.4 | 2.4 | — | 2.5 |
Shepard
Ease of insertion with forceps or a tube inserter has led to this design’s popularity. Available in silicone with a tab or in fluoroplastic with and without wire. Sterile. Single-use.
| Shepard | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-0200-01 | w / tab | Silicone / Blue | 1.0 | 2.4 | 2.4 | 1.6 | 2.4 |
| VT-0201-01 | w / wire | Fluoroplastic / White | 1.14 | 2.4 | 2.4 | 1.6 | 2.4 | |
| VT-0202-01 | —- | Fluoroplastic / White | 1.14 | 2.4 | 2.4 | 1.6 | 2.4 | |
| VT-0203-01 | w / wire | Fluoroplastic / White | 1.0 | 2.4 | 2.4 | 1.6 | 2.4 | |
| VT-0204-01 | —- | Fluoroplastic / White | 1.0 | 2.4 | 2.4 | 1.6 | 2.4 |
Straight Shank
Smaller inner flange facilitates insertion in a smaller incision. May be cut to length. Longer shaft lengths may help resist water migration into the middle ear. Sterile. Single-use.
| Straight Shank | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-0901-01 | —- | Fluoroplastic / White | 1.14 | 2.2 | — | — | 7.0 |
| VT-0903-01 | —- | Fluoroplastic / White | 0.89 | 2.2 | — | — | 7.0 |
T-Tube
Most often used for longer-term ventilation, the flexible flanges permit insertion through a smaller incision, stable positioning in the tympanic membrane, and easy removal. Sterile. Single-use.
| T-Tube | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-0400-01 | —- | Silicone / Blue | 1.14 | 9.8 | — | 12 | — |
| VT-0401-01 | —- | Silicone / Blue | 1.14 | 7.9 | — | 4.8 | — | |
| VT-0406-01 | —- | Silicone / Blue | 1.14 | 4.1 | — | 4.8 | — | |
| VT-0407-01 | —- | Silicone / Blue | 1.14 | 5.6 | — | 8.0 | — |
T-Tube SuperSoft
Most often used for longer-term ventilation, the flexible flanges permit insertion through a smaller incision, stable positioning in the tympanic membrane, and easy removal. Sterile. Single-use.
| T-Tube SuperSoft | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-0409-* | —- | Silicone / Blue | 1.14 | 9.8 | — | 12.0 | — |
| VT-0410-* | —- | Silicone / Blue | 1.14 | 5.6 | — | 8.0 | — |
Grommet T-Tube
Retaining the advantages of the conventional T-tubes, this larger-lumen design adds a butterfly-shaped grommet with integral tab for ease of insertion and removal. Sterile. Single-use.
| Grommet T-Tube | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-0403-01 | —- | Silicone / Blue | 1.27 | 6.4 | 3.8 | 2.4 | 3.5 |
Touma T-Tube
This compact length, longer-term design features flat T-type inner flanges and an outer grommet with integral tab for ease of insertion and removal. Sterile. Single-use.
| Touma T-Tube | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-0405-01 | —- | Silicone / Blue | 1.14 | 5.8 | 2.4 | 1.3 | 2.1 |
Touma II T-Tube
The wide-funnel-shaped outer lumen is designed to reduce clogging, increase visibility and provide better drainage. In addition, the flat inner wings are designed to minimize premature extrusion, provide more secure anchoring and reduce permanent perforations. Sterile. Single-use.
| Touma II T-Tube | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-0408-01 | —- | Silicone / Blue | 1.12 | 5.0 | 2.59 | 0.63 | 2.08 |
Umbrella
Available in two lumen and flange sizes (Types I and II), the inner flange collapses during insertion through a smaller incision and inverts for convenient removal. Sterile. Single-use.
| Umbrella | Product No. | Feature | Material | A | B | C | D | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VT-0700-01 | Type I | Silicone / Blue | 1.0 | 2.3 | 2.3 | 0.8 | 3.2 |
T-Tube Inserter
Facilitates rapid insertion of any length T-Tube. Special push-pin stored in the handle aids in loading T-Tubes.
| T-Tube Inserter | Product No. | Description | Unit / Box |
|---|---|---|---|
 | 13-31-40 | Non-sterile, reusable. | 1 |