


3-0 MONOPRO Violet Suture, 36" FS-1 Needle | PM942
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Shelf life
Features & benefits
A low-memory 3-0 poliglecaprone monofilament that ties down clean and absorbs predictably — useful strength ~7–14 days, fully absorbed by ~90–120 days, dyed violet for visibility. Comparable to Monocryl® handling, on a 36″ FS-1 reverse-cutting needle.

Why it performs
Holds through the healing window. Then it’s gone.
Sterile, single-use, lot-traceable · 4–5 year shelf life, never short-dated.
Why clinicians choose it
Features & advantages.
- Proven Performance:Its exceptional tensile strength and handling are why MONOPRO is the #1 trusted veterinary suture in the USA.
- Surgical Precision:The FS-1 needle and the violet suture material offer unmatched precision and visibility, key reasons for its top ranking.
- Trusted Quality:Each box of 12 sutures reflects MONOPRO's commitment to providing veterinarians with reliable, top-quality surgical solutions.
Specifications
The detail that matters.
| Suture Type | Absorbable |
| Suture Material | Monofilament (Poliglecaprone 25) |
| Suture Size | 3-0 (Metric Size 2.0) |
| Suture Length | 36 inches (90 cm) |
| Needle Type | FS-1, Reverse Cutting |
| Needle Length | 24 mm |
| Quantity per Box | 12 sutures |
| Color | Violet |
| Wound Support | Approximately 3 weeks |
Need exact figures for your install or a spec sheet? Ask our team — we’ll confirm for your room.
Choose with confidence
Absorbable or non-absorbable?
The single most important call when you switch suture — here is the plain-English version.
Absorbable
Breaks down in the body over time. For internal tissue, ligation, anything you will not remove. Holds strength through the critical healing window, then absorbs cleanly.
Non-absorbable
Stays until removed — skin closure, tendons, anywhere lasting support matters. Reach for a nylon or polypropylene monofilament instead.
Monofilament vs braided
Monofilament glides through tissue with less drag and lower infection risk. Braided handles and knots more easily.
Reading the label
USP size (smaller number = thicker), needle code (FS / PF) and length. Our sizing chart maps every code to its use.
How ProNorth compares
Same standard. Better price, faster shipping.
| Spec | MONOPRO™ (house) | Monocryl® (name brand) |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Poliglecaprone 25 | Poliglecaprone 25 |
| Absorbable | Yes | Yes |
| Tensile retention | ~21 days | ~21 days |
| Filament | Monofilament | Monofilament |
| Sterile, single-use | Yes | Yes |
Name-brand market range is a typical blended estimate across major distributors (e.g. KDental, McKesson, Henry Schein); confirm current pricing with your rep. MONOPRO™ is an independent ProNorth product, not affiliated with Monocryl®.
Clinical questions
Answered.
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✧ Reviews
What buyers say.
Switched our whole clinic over from the name brands. Same quality we trusted, and the savings are real at volume.
They ship when they say they will, and reordering takes about ten seconds now. Service has been excellent.
Excellent prices and top-notch service. We use them exclusively for our surgical stapling equipment.
✧ Specs & documents
Everything for your records.
IFU and MSDS ship in every box. Need them ahead of purchase, or for your compliance records?
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