McKesson Pressure-Activated Lancets 26G 1.8 mm
McKesson 26 Gauge Pressure-Activated Safety Lancets — 1.8 mm (100 per Box)
No Button to Press — Contact Activation for Easy One-Handed Sampling
McKesson Pressure-Activated Safety Lancets fire by contact rather than a button — simply hold the lancet against the fingertip and press down gently, and the needle deploys automatically, then retracts and stays concealed before and after use. With no button to press and nothing to load, they're a simple, one-step option that many find easier for single-handed use, making them a practical choice for home routines and professional or multi-user stations alike.
This 26 gauge version at a 1.8 mm depth sits in the middle of the pressure-activated range — drawing a bit more than the finer 30 gauge while staying comfortable. Its tri-bevel needle produces a steady, standard capillary flow that suits everyday tests such as blood glucose, cholesterol, coagulation, and blood gas sampling, and the blue color-coded body identifies the gauge at a glance.
Pack Options
- Box of 100 — the standard supply
- Case of 20 boxes (2,000) — the economical choice for higher-volume settings
Key Features
- Pressure-Activated Operation: No button — press the device against the fingertip and it fires automatically on contact pressure.
- 26G Tri-Bevel at 1.8 mm: A standard capillary flow that draws more than the finer 30 gauge while staying comfortable.
- Versatile Sampling: Well suited to everyday tests including blood glucose, cholesterol, coagulation, and blood gas sampling.
- Concealed Needle: Automatically retracts and stays hidden before and after use, helping prevent needlesticks.
- One-Step Simplicity: Ready to use with no loading required — fully self-contained.
- Blue Color Coding: Quick gauge identification in a mixed supply.
- Sterile, Single-Use: Not made with natural rubber latex.
Equipment Specialist Insight: This 26 gauge is the middle option in the pressure-activated range — it draws a fuller sample than the fine 30 gauge (micro-flow) while staying more comfortable than the thicker 21 gauge. The contact activation is the shared advantage across the line: there's no button to push, so it fires the moment you press it firmly to the fingertip, which many find easier one-handed. At 1.8 mm depth it's a dependable everyday choice for standard capillary tests; step down to the 30 gauge for the gentlest stick or up to the 21 gauge when you need maximum flow. For higher-volume settings, the case keeps a steady supply on hand.
Technical Specifications
- TypeSafety lancet (needle)
- ActivationPressure (contact) activated
- Needle Gauge26 G
- TipTri-bevel
- Depth1.8 mm (fixed)
- MechanismAuto-retract, concealed
- SterilitySterile, single-use
- SiteFinger
- ColorBlue
- Latex ContentNot made with natural rubber latex
- Packaging100 per box / 20 boxes per case (2,000)
Q: How is pressure-activated different from push-button?
A: There's no button to press. You hold the lancet firmly against the fingertip and press down, and it fires automatically once enough contact pressure is applied. Many people find that easier to manage one-handed and less intimidating than pressing a trigger.
Q: What is the 26 gauge / 1.8 mm good for?
A: It's the middle of the pressure-activated range — a standard capillary flow that suits everyday tests like blood glucose, cholesterol, coagulation, and blood gas sampling. It draws more than the fine 30 gauge while staying comfortable.
Q: Do I need a separate lancing device?
A: No. This is a self-contained, ready-to-use safety lancet — nothing to load or assemble. Press it to the site to activate, and the needle retracts and stays concealed afterward.
Specifications and packaging are provided for reference and may be updated by the manufacturer without notice. Verify gauge, depth, count, and dating against the physical packaging before use. Used lancets are sharps: dispose of them in an approved sharps container, never in household trash. This listing is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
⚠ California Proposition 65 WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
