Military & Tactical – First Stick Confidence in Chaos
In tactical medicine environments, IV access isn't just routine, it's a life or death necessity.
Combat medics and emergency responders operate under extreme pressure where every second counts and traditional catheterization techniques often fall short in high-stress, low-visibility conditions.
Cannulight provides real-time visual confirmation of vascular access, giving tactical medics the confidence they need to act fast and reduce complications under pressure. This immediate feedback eliminates guesswork and enables faster, more accurate IV access when failure is not an option.
Disposable, lightweight, sterile and alkaline battery powered. Ideal for kits and deployment.
Two variants available – Cannulight, and Cannulight IR (infrared). Developed in partnership with the USMC, Cannulight-IR gives first stick confidence with night vision equipment.
Cannulight IR (infra-red) delivers reliable vein confirmation under infrared, fully compatible with standard night vision equipment. The device provides immediate, precise visual feedback in low-light and no-light environments, ensuring operational effectiveness during tactical medical care.
Better outcomes, every time
Certainty Under Pressure
Instant visual confirmation, green means you’re in.
Increase first stick success
Navy trials tripled first stick success rate under simulated missile conditions.**
Built for Extremes
Works in cold, dark, wet, and moving environments - IR for use with night vision equipment.
Intuitive. Instant.
Easy for all to use – it simply slips on and works as part of the standard PIVC procedure.
Field Tested, Combat Ready
Tested by USMC. Aligns with TCCC.
Light Weight
Fits seamlessly into IFAKs and trauma kits.
** Military Trial 2024 – Details Classified
Cannulight – Backed by Medics
Military Medics Feedback at SOMA and CriC
82% agreed that Cannulight fits well with my essential medical kit*
87% of military medics agreed they would use the device in field treatment situations*
79% agreed they would use the device in field hospital situations.*
*Cannulight was trialed by over 70 military medics at SOMA 2024 & 2025 (Raleigh, NC), and CRiC conference.
US Marines
Cannulight is being tested by the US Military for possible deployment across all services.
Navy Trials
In simulated combat situations on a Navy frigate, Cannulight was shown to triple the rate of successful first stick vascular access from 27% to 89%.
Cannulight is currently available for purchase and use only in New Zealand. It has not yet been cleared or approved by the US FDA or other international regulatory authorities.
The information on this website is intended for New Zealand audiences only.