How It Works

The Disintegrator Plus™ uses plasma arc technology to disintegrate the syringe's needle. The device is powered by a small, 9.6 volt nickel metal hydride (NiMh) rechargeable battery and is RoHS compliant and has the quality assurance of the CE mark. The device is intended for 27-31 gauge insulin hypodermic needles that are 1/4 to 1/2 inch in length. It can be used with most insulin pens and with disposable insulin syringes from 1/3 to 1 cubic centimeter in volume.

The used needle is inserted into a hole on the device and the power button is pressed for a few seconds. The battery produces an arc of electricity that melts and blunts the needle tip, kills pathogens and seals the syringe making it safe to throw directly into the household trash. The action produces no smoke, ash or residue and there is nothing to clean out.