Combat Application Tourniquet (C-A-T) by North American Rescue

The patented C-A-T® is a true one-handed tourniquet proven to be 100% effective by the U.S. Army’s Institute of Surgical Research. Tests proved that the CAT completely occluded blood flow of an extremity in the event of a traumatic wound with significant hemorrhage.   Gen 7 Enhancements: Single routing buckle for faster application, effective slack removal, decreased blood loss, and fewer windlass turns Stronger windlass rod with an increased diameter and improved grip Reinforced windlass clip and highly visible security tab includes a writable area to record the time of application Stabilization plate to minimize pinching Red Tip Technology™ with a red elliptical tip to assist user in locating and threading during application Free-moving internal band provides true evenly distributed circumferential pressure Special Features: Awarded as one of the “Top 10 Greatest Inventions” by the U.S. Army Official tourniquet of the U.S. Army Used by both conventional and Special Operation force