Syringe Gauge Question

[Michaelc26]

So I'm starting to run out of syringes and need to order more, I'm sure I can get them ALOT Cheaper online (Had to pay $38 for a box of 100 at the pharmacy)

We currently use:
BD insulin syringe
3/10 cc
1/2" (12.7mm)
30 Gauge

I've found the same specs of them online but some the gauge is different , 29, 30, 31... I'm assuming this is the thickness of the needle, does going from one of those three make a huge differnce in the way the shot feels?

Where is says length, that is the length of the needle. Currently its 1/2", I see alot that are 5/16",

Any experience would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
(Even websites on where to get them)

 

[Donna & Doogle]

You want the 3/0 5/16th" syringe. Its a shorter and thinner needle. They come in 30 and 31 gauge. The higher the number, the thinner the needle. If you are in the US, look into Walmart Relion syringes.

http://www.relion.com/diabetes/syringes

 

[BJM]

American Diabetes Wholesale (see the shopping link at the top of the page), carries all kinds of syringes.

 

[Barb & Mr. Frog]

I use the 31g with frog, he never even notices at all unless he's a bit dehydrated (3/10, 8mm(5/16), 31g bd w/half unit marks)

eta** Agree on americandiabeteswholesale.com , good service, plus FDMB gets a kickback if you use the shop link, Bonus!