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SKU: TADV-01

Type: Pressure Point Device

Vendor: 6:8 Medical Solutions

The Advantage® Pressure Bar Set

Name: The Advantage® Pressure Bar Set
Brand: 6:8 Medical Solutions
SKU: TADV-01
Price: 35.95 USD
Availability: InStock

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

6:8 Medical Solutions · Directed-Pressure Device

The Advantage® Pressure Bar Set

The full configuration of 6:8 Medical Solutions' patented Popp Point Pressure™ system: the pressure bar plus three differently sized pressure heads, stored on a MOLLE- and pocket-compatible card. Three heads means the application surface can be matched to the wound rather than the other way round. Six ounces, FDA listed and CE marked as a Class I non-sterile device, with an 8-year shelf life.

Bar + 3 sized headsMOLLE/pocket storage card6 oz · 8-year shelf lifeFDA listed · CE marked · latex-free

Hands-free pressure is only useful if the pressure lands where the bleeding is. Three head sizes is what turns one device into a device that fits the wound in front of you.

What's Included

One complete set per package. There is a single configuration on this listing — no size or colour options. The standalone pressure bar without the extra heads is a separate product with its own part number. Tap to see what ships.

VIEW ▾What Ships — bar, three heads, storage card

1× Advantage® Pressure Bar, patented Popp Point Pressure™ (P3D) mechanism · Set SKU TADV-01
3× Sized pressure-head attachments — small through large application surfaces for different wound sizes and body sites
1× MOLLE- and pocket-compatible storage card holding the heads organised and attachable to a pouch or plate carrier
Packaged at 5 in. × 3.75 in. × 1.5 in., 6 oz total
Class I non-sterile device — no sterile barrier packaging, no dressing, gauze or tourniquet included

▾Specifications

The Advantage® Pressure Bar Set — specifications

Specification	Detail
Manufacturer	6:8 Medical Solutions
SKU	TADV-01
Contents	1 × pressure bar + 3 × sized pressure heads + MOLLE/pocket storage card
Technology	Patented P3D — Popp Point Pressure Device
Weight	6 oz
Packaged size	5 in. × 3.75 in. × 1.5 in.
Regulatory status	FDA listed · CE marked · Class I, non-sterile
Shelf life	8 years
Latex content	Latex-free
Mounting	MOLLE compatible via the storage card; also pocket carry
Related part number	TADV-02 — standalone Advantage® Pressure Bar without the additional heads (separate product)
CoTCCC status	Not on the CoTCCC recommended device list

Non-sterile means what it says: this device is not supplied sterile and is not a wound-contact dressing. It applies pressure over a dressing or wound pack.

▾Who Carries It

Tactical and law enforcement medics who need directed pressure held while both hands move to the next task · EMS and fire managing sustained pressure through packaging and transport · Kit builders and unit medical officers equipping across a range of casualty sizes and wound patterns, where the three-head coverage is the reason to take the Set over the standalone bar · Remote and prolonged field care where pressure has to hold for longer than an operator can hold it.

Directed pressure over a wound is an adjunct to hemorrhage control, applied within your scope of practice and local protocol alongside — not instead of — tourniquet use, wound packing and pressure dressings where those are indicated. This page describes the device; it is not a technique reference.

Genuine 6:8 Medical Solutions

Sourced direct from the manufacturer or an authorized master distributor. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.

SPECS & MEASUREMENTS

Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.

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Order Processing & Tracking

Standard Gear: In-stock medical devices, consumables, and tactical packs process within 48 hours.

Stocked Kit Bags: Custom-built kits ship within 7-10 days as they are assembled by hand at our South Florida facility.

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30-Day Returns & Medical Safety

Returns: Unused, unopened equipment in original manufacturer packaging is eligible for return within 30 days of delivery.

Bio-Safety Notice: To ensure sterility and patient safety, medical consumables with opened or broken tamper-evident seals cannot be returned.

Return Facility: MED-TAC International Corp., 15757 Pines Blvd, Suite 154, Pembroke Pines, FL 33027.

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North American Rescue (NAR) products and rifle hard armor plates are strictly restricted to US and APO/FPO addresses and cannot be exported internationally.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What's the difference between the Advantage Pressure Bar and the Pressure Bar Set?

The Advantage® Pressure Bar (TADV-02) is the standalone single device with one large pressure head, optimized for proximal wound applications. The Advantage® Pressure Bar Set (TADV-01) includes the pressure bar plus three differently sized pressure heads on a MOLLE/pocket storage card, providing greater adaptability across wound sizes. The Set is recommended when the provider may encounter varied wound types and sizes; the standalone Bar is suitable when a specific application (e.g., proximal hemorrhage management) is the primary use case.

How does the three-head system work?

The Advantage® Pressure Bar Set includes three pressure head attachments of different sizes, stored on a portable storage card. Each head snaps onto the bar and directs compression downward over a different wound surface area. Smaller heads concentrate force for penetrating entrance wounds; larger heads provide broader surface coverage for open, high-volume wound sites and proximal hemorrhage management. The provider selects and attaches the appropriate head based on the wound characteristics encountered.

Can the Advantage Pressure Bar Set be attached to MOLLE?

Yes. The storage card in the Pressure Bar Set is designed for attachment to MOLLE webbing or carry in a standard pocket. This allows the Set to be mounted on plate carriers, tactical vests, or medical pouches as a pre-staged hemorrhage control accessory accessible without opening a full medical kit.

Is the Pressure Bar Set compatible with hemostatic wound packing?

Yes, and this is a primary intended use. After packing a wound with a hemostatic gauze (e.g., Combat Gauze, ChitoGauze XR, or WoundClot), apply the appropriately sized pressure head from the Set over the wound and secure it within a bandage or wrap. The Pressure Bar then maintains the required 3–5 minutes of sustained pressure for hemostatic clot formation, hands-free. This is particularly valuable during multi-casualty management when the provider cannot dedicate one hand to pressure holding.

What is the shelf life of the Advantage Pressure Bar Set?

The Advantage® Pressure Bar Set (TADV-01) has an 8-year shelf life from manufacture date. Its long shelf life makes it an excellent choice for vehicle emergency kits, law enforcement patrol bags, pre-positioned public access hemorrhage control stations, and any high-readiness application requiring reliable longevity without frequent restocking.