Introducer Sheath Price in India: Radial and Femoral Sheaths
Every angiogram and angioplasty starts with an introducer sheath. This guide shows what sheaths and access kits cost in India and what a cath lab should check.
A standard introducer sheath (4 to 7 Fr, radial or femoral) costs about Rs 650 to Rs 1,200 in India, and thin-wall or slender radial sheaths about Rs 1,400 to Rs 2,500, based on IndiaMART listings in October 2026. Long and specialty sheaths can cost Rs 10,000 or more.
Introducer Sheath Price Ranges in India
| Type | Typical price range | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|
| Standard femoral sheath (4 to 8 Fr) | Rs 650 to Rs 1,000 | Femoral angiography and intervention |
| Standard radial sheath (5 to 7 Fr) | Rs 750 to Rs 1,200 | Radial angiography and angioplasty |
| Slender or thin-wall radial sheath | Rs 1,400 to Rs 2,500 | Small radial arteries, complex PCI |
| Long or specialty sheath | Rs 10,000 and above | Peripheral and structural procedures |
What Is an Introducer Sheath?
An introducer sheath is a short tube with a one-way valve that sits in the artery or vein at the start of a procedure. Wires and catheters pass through it, so the vessel is punctured only once and bleeding is controlled. A kit usually includes the sheath, a dilator, a guidewire and an access needle.
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Radial vs Femoral Access
Radial access goes through the wrist; femoral access goes through the groin. Radial sheaths are usually 5 or 6 Fr and often have a hydrophilic coating so they slide in more easily. Femoral sheaths come in a wider size range for larger devices. The doctor chooses the route for each patient.
What Changes the Price of an Introducer Sheath?
- Wall thickness. Thin-wall (slender) sheaths give a larger inner size for the same outer size and cost more.
- Coating. Hydrophilic coatings ease insertion in the radial artery.
- Length and size. Long sheaths for peripheral work cost much more.
- Kit contents and brand. Kits with needle, wire and dilator, and imported brands, sit higher.
What to Check Before Buying Introducer Sheaths
- French size range and colour-coded hubs
- Length (for example 5.75 cm, 7 cm, 11 cm)
- Valve that seals well around wires
- Guidewire type (stainless steel or nitinol) and needle gauge
- Sterile packing, lot number and expiry date
- Steady supply and bulk price
Pulse Models at a Glance
| Model | Key details |
|---|---|
| Pulse AcuSafe Micro-Access Introducer Kits | 4 to 8 Fr sheaths; 5.75 and 11 cm; colour-coded hubs; .018" steel or nitinol wire; 21G needle; echogenic needle on selected kits |
| Pulse AcuSafe Introducer Kits | 5F and 6F, 11 cm sheaths with dilator, guidewire and arterial needle; box of 5 kits |
Introducer Sheath Price in India: Key Facts
- Standard 4 to 7 Fr introducer sheaths list at about Rs 650 to Rs 1,200 in India (IndiaMART, October 2026).
- Slender or thin-wall radial sheaths list at about Rs 1,400 to Rs 2,500.
- Long and specialty sheaths can cost Rs 10,000 or more.
- A sheath lets wires and catheters pass with one puncture.
- Pulse supplies micro-access and introducer kits from 4 to 8 Fr.
Introducer Sheath Price in India: FAQs
How much does an introducer sheath cost in India?
Standard 4 to 7 Fr radial and femoral sheaths list at about Rs 650 to Rs 1,200, slender or thin-wall radial sheaths at Rs 1,400 to Rs 2,500, and long or specialty sheaths at Rs 10,000 or more (IndiaMART, October 2026).
What is an introducer sheath used for?
It keeps access to the artery or vein open during angiography or angioplasty, so wires and catheters can pass through a one-way valve with only one puncture.
What size sheath is used for radial angiography?
Radial procedures commonly use 5 or 6 Fr sheaths. The doctor chooses the size based on the artery and the devices needed.
What is a micro-access introducer kit?
A kit with a fine needle and thin guidewire for a smaller first puncture, then a sheath and dilator. It helps when the vessel is small or hard to reach.
What is a slender or thin-wall sheath?
A sheath with a thinner wall, so it has a bigger inside for the same outside size. It lets larger catheters pass through a smaller artery.
How do I get a price for Pulse AcuSafe kits?
Message Pulse on WhatsApp at +91 90711 01108 with the sheath sizes, quantity and your city, and the team will share a quote.
Sources
- Introducer Sheath listings (IndiaMART category listings, accessed October 2026): price ranges
- Pulse AcuSafe product pages: kit details
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