Luer taper
Luer Taper is a standardized system of small-scale fluid fittings used for making leak-free connections between a male-taper fitting and its mating female part on medical and laboratory instruments, including hypodermic syringe tips and needles or stopcocks and needles.
History[edit | edit source]
The Luer Taper connection system was named after the German instrument maker Hermann Wülfing Luer, who introduced it in the late 19th century for use in hypodermic needles.
Design[edit | edit source]
The design comprises a male and a female component, each having a 6% taper. This connection is often referred to as a Luer lock. The male component is typically a syringe and the female component is typically a needle or tubing. The two are connected by a push-fit or twist-lock action, aided by the slight taper.
Standards[edit | edit source]
The Luer Taper is governed by international standards, including ISO 594-1 and ISO 594-2. These standards ensure that connections made between different manufacturers' products are compatible and leak-free.
Misconnections[edit | edit source]
Despite the standardization, there have been instances of misconnections, which can lead to serious medical errors. To prevent this, the ISO developed a new standard, ISO 80369, which specifies general requirements for small-bore connectors intended to be used in medical devices.
See also[edit | edit source]
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