Abbott HI-TORQUE BALANCE MIDDLEWEIGHT™ (BMW) Universal II Guide Wire – Precision Navigation with Straight and J-Tip Options

The Abbott HI-TORQUE BALANCE MIDDLEWEIGHT™ (BMW) Universal II Guide Wire is a percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) guide wire designed to facilitate the placement of balloon dilatation catheters and other interventional devices during coronary procedures. It is available with both straight (ST) and J-shaped (J) tip configurations to accommodate various clinical needs.

Key Features:

• Dual Coating Technology:

  • The distal section features a TURBOCOAT™ coating, maintaining lubricity throughout prolonged procedures.
  • The proximal section is treated with SMOOTHGLIDE™ hydrophobic coating, enhancing device movement over the wire.

• Material Composition:

  • Constructed with ELASTINITE™ super-elastic nitinol, providing flexibility and kink resistance.

Specifications:

• Diameter: 0.014 inches (0.36 mm)
• Lengths: 190 cm and 300 cm
• Tip Configurations:
  • Straight Tip (ST)
  • J-Tip (J)
• Radiopaque Tip: 3 cm for enhanced visibility under fluoroscopy
• Distal Coating: Hydrophilic
• Proximal Coating: Hydrophobic