The Merit Medical Prelude SNAP Splittable Sheath Introducer (REF PLSX-1008) is a peel-away introducer designed for vascular access procedures where the sheath must be removed after placement of a catheter, lead, or other indwelling device. The SNAP mechanism allows the operator to split and peel the sheath cleanly along its length, supporting controlled withdrawal without disturbing the indwelling device.

Key Features
Splittable peel-away sheath construction for clean removal over indwelling catheters and devices
SNAP separation feature engineered to provide controlled, predictable splitting
Smooth dilator-to-sheath transition intended to support atraumatic vessel entry
Radiopaque components to assist visualization under fluoroscopy (verify on IFU)
Compatible with standard 0.018" or 0.038" guidewires depending on configuration — Not specified in the located sources for this REF
Supplied sterile for single use

Clinical Applications
Percutaneous introduction of catheters, leads, and other devices into the peripheral or central vasculature
Procedures requiring sheath removal while leaving an indwelling device in place, such as PICC, midline, central venous catheter, and select pacing lead placements
Interventional radiology, vascular access, and electrophysiology workflows where a non-splittable introducer is unsuitable

Product Information
Brand: Merit Medical
Product: Prelude SNAP Splittable Sheath Introducer
REF / UPN: PLSX-1008
Category: Coronary / Vascular Introducer Sheaths
Sheath Type: Splittable peel-away introducer
French Size: Not specified in the located sources
Working Length: Not specified in the located sources
Guidewire Compatibility: Not specified in the located sources
Sterility: Sterile, single use
Packaging: Refer to manufacturer IFU and carton labeling
Regulatory: Refer to local regulatory documentation and manufacturer IFU