Eye Wash Saline Concentrate 180 oz - Mixable Emergency Saline

Our review of the Eye Wash Saline Concentrate, 180 oz, finds it best suited for facilities that require a reliable, long-duration emergency eye flush without major plumbing changes. The concentrate mixes with clean potable water at a 10:1 ratio to produce a preserved, buffered and physiologically correct saline, and the single biggest reason to buy is its compatibility with portable eyewash heads that deliver the full 15-minute flushing period required by ANSI Z358.1. For sites using Porta Stream II and III units, this concentrate ensures a consistent flow rate and stream height for the entire flushing window, making it a practical choice for maintenance teams and safety officers.

Key Features

• Mixable 10:1 Formula: Creates a preserved saline solution when combined with potable water, reducing the need to stock multiple premixed bottles.
• Physiologically Correct: Buffered to closely match natural body fluids, which helps reduce irritation during a 15-minute emergency flush.
• No Permanent Plumbing Required: Designed to work with portable systems so employers can provide compliant rinsing without costly plumbing modifications.
• Consistent Flow with Porta Stream: When used with Porta Stream II and III, it delivers a constant fluid flow rate and stream height for the full flush period.
• Large 180 oz Size: One concentrate container makes multiple batches of ready-to-use solution for high-traffic or multi-station facilities.

Who It's For

The product is aimed at industrial facilities, construction sites, laboratories and workshops that need to meet emergency eyewash requirements but cannot or prefer not to install plumbed stations. Safety managers who maintain portable eyewash units or use Porta Stream II and III heads will appreciate the predictable performance and reduced logistics compared with small premixed bottles.

It is not intended for end users who require single-use sterile saline for clinical procedures or for home users who need small, ready-to-use eye drops; those users should look for individually packaged sterile solutions rather than a concentrate designed for industrial flushing.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Provides a preserved, buffered and physiologically correct saline when mixed at the recommended ratio.
• Works with portable eyewash heads to meet the 15-minute ANSI Z358.1 flushing period without additional plumbing.
• Large volume concentrate reduces frequency of restocking and supports multiple stations from one container.

Cons

• Requires access to clean, potable water and proper mixing at a 10:1 ratio, which adds a preparation step compared with premixed solutions.

Specifications

Product	Eye Wash Saline Concentrate
Volume	180 oz
Mix Ratio	10:1 concentrate to potable water
Use With	Porta Stream II and III portable eyewash heads
Compliance	Designed to provide 15-minute flushing per ANSI Z358.1 when used as directed
Solution Type	Preserved, buffered, physiologically correct saline

Our Verdict

The Eye Wash Saline Concentrate, 180 oz is a practical, cost-effective choice for facilities that need reliable emergency flushing without remodeling plumbing. Safety teams using portable Porta Stream units will get consistent performance for the full 15-minute requirement, and the large concentrate size makes it good value for multi-station use. Facilities that need sterile single-use saline for clinical care should choose a different product.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you prepare the solution?
Mix one part concentrate with ten parts clean, potable water to create the preserved, buffered saline solution.

Will it provide a 15-minute flush?
Yes, when used with Porta Stream II or III heads it is designed to deliver a constant flow rate and stream height for the full 15-minute period required by ANSI Z358.1.

Is this sterile for medical use?
No, it is formulated as an emergency eyewash saline for industrial and facility safety use, not as sterile single-use medical eye drops.