In search of the right condom

Trial packets tested condoms

Condomerie's
measuring system

Condom index

Condom circumference important element

 Mail order catalogue

CONDOMERIE'S MEASURING SYSTEM FOR CONDOMS

A properly fitting condom is safer, more comfortable and offers better protection against STD and pregnancy. Manufacturers choose an average measurement for determining the size of their condoms, but this "average" varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. Some manufacturers make measurements in millimetres, others in inches. The result for the consumer is confusion.
The Condomerie has had its range of condoms independently measured, so the consumer can use the actual sizes, rather than manufacturers definitions, to find the condom that fits them best. A handy conversion table is available for those who are not happy with the metric system. Manufacturers do not start from the same measurements when sizing their condoms, so what can be called 'regular' by one company, is 'large' for another.

The Condomerie has placed her entire assortment of tested condoms into a number of categories, the so-called CAS categories (CAS = Condomerie Amsterdam Standard):

CONDOMERIE'S MEASURING SYSTEM

 millimeter

 inch

CONDOM
CIRCUM-
FERENCE

CAS 1 =
CAS 2 =
CAS 3 =
CAS 4 = 
CAS 5 = 
CAS 6 =

< 91 mm
91 - 96 mm
97 - 101 mm
102 - 105 mm
106 - 109 mm
> 109 mm

< 3.58 inches
3.58 - 3.78 inches
3.79 - 3.97 inches
3.98 - 4.13 inches
4.14 - 4 29 inches
> 4.29 inches

CONDOM
THICKNESS

CAS o =
CAS oo =
CAS ooo =

< 0,055 mm
0,055 - 0,085 mm
> 0,085 mm

< 0.0022 inches
0.0022 - 0.0034 inches
> 0.0034 inches

CONDOM
LENGHT

CAS C = 
CAS D =
CAS E =

< 171 mm
171 - 185 mm
>185 mm

< 6.73 inches
6.73 - 7.28 inches
>7.28 inches

CONDOM INDEX

The Condomerie Amsterdam Standard (CAS) Index was specially developed by the Condomerie to help the user compare different types of condoms and find the best one for them. Part A covers the specific types of condoms and notes such things as colour, spermicide, lubricant etc. Part B covers the precise measurements of the condoms, as developed by the Condomerie.
"We hope the CAS-index will help people find the right condom for them," says the Condomerie's Marijke Vilijn. "We must not forget that, apart from abstinence, they really are the only sure way of preventing the spread of STD and AIDS." For more information see mailorder catalogue.

MAILORDER CATALOGUE

Sexual hygiene and condom use is essential for everyone: safe sex is the motto of the day. The condom is currently the only way of preventing sexually transmitted diseases and is easy to use. The Condomerie's function is to help its customers find the right, certified-safe condom for them. Much of this information can be found in the new Dutch/English catalogue, which is not only useful for the consumer, but for health-care intermediaries as well.
Please contact us if you are interested in this catalogue.