Scissors
Hand-held instruments designed to cut thin materials, such as paper and cloth, consisting of two blades laid one on top of the other; products may be intended for use in specific applications such as cutting tissue or bone, dissections, etc.
Scissors are used in the laboratory to cut various materials. Some are for general use and others are designed specifically for tissue dissection or surgery.
Scissors are hand-operated tools that consist of a pair of metal blades with handles. The blades pivot to bring the sharpened edges in contact with each other, an action that cuts the material placed between the blades.
Scissors are selected based on specific features:
- Size or length: Blade length is key, as is the overall length of the scissors
- Shank-to-blade ratio: The length of the handles compared to the length of the cutting blade; the ratio helps determine the force needed to product a cut
- Type of handles: Straight, offset
- Material: Stainless steel is typically used for surgical scissors; some surgical scissors also have tungsten carbide cutting surfaces for hardness and durability
- Tips: Blade ends may be pointed, semi-blunt, or blunt (rounded)
- Blade shape: Straight, curved, or angled (bent); curved or angled blades may provide better access to areas with limited space
World Precision Instrument Westcott Curved Scissors, 11cm, Curved, Blunt, Titanium
Titanium Westcott Spring Scissors are popular spring handled scissors that automatically reopen after each cut. Westcott brand spring scissors give you an ergonomic and comfortable grip, reducing hand strain and fatigue during repetitive cutting tasks. Westcott spring scissors are perfect for ambidextrous use, often preferred by left-handed individuals. The tips of these surgical scissors are curved with 19 mm long blades, and they are available with blunt or sharp tips. Our Westcott spring scissors are constructed from titanium, which is 40% lighter than stainless steel, reducing hand fatigue. Titanium scissors are non-magnetic, making them perfect for MRI applications. Titanium is corrosion resistant, an excellent choice for environments with nitric acid, chloride, saltwater, and industrial and organic chemicals.
World Precision Instrument McPherson-Westcott Stitch Scissors, 11.5 cm, Curved, Titanium
- 11.5 cm (4.5") Long
- Cutting edge 5.5 mm
- Sharp tips
- Titanium
World Precision Instrument Student Micro Surgery Scissors,15 cm
Microsurgery scissors for students are budget-friendly compared to high-end surgical instruments. Student microsurgery scissors are made from stainless steel. They have straight or curved blades. The spring handles are designed for ease of use and perfect for right and left-handed users. They are flat and textured for a firm grasp. These scissors are suitable for educational environments where students are learning and practicing microsurgical techniques, or they may be used as single use instruments. They are autoclavable.
World Precision Instrument Starbismus scissors, 12 cm, Straight, Black, Round Tips
Strabismus scissors, available in straight and curved varieties, are vital tools in ophthalmic surgery, particularly in the correction of strabismus or ocular misalignment. The straight design of these scissors, facilitates precise cutting in targeted areas during strabismus correction, offering you accuracy and control. Conversely, curved strabismus scissors feature blades with a gentle curve, enhancing access to specific areas and allowing controlled cutting around curves and corners, making them ideal for nuanced and intricate surgical maneuvers. Both types are coated in black, ensuring durability by resisting corrosion and minimizing glare under surgical lights for improved visibility. These scissors play a crucial role in various ophthalmic procedures, contributing to the alignment of eyes and precise cutting around delicate eye structures. They are made of stainless steel and may be sterilized using an autoclave or a chemical sterilant.
World Precision Instrument Vannas Capsulotomy Scissors, 9.5 cm (3.75"), 10.5 mm Sharp, Angled-on-the-side Tips, Non-Magnetic, Titanium, WPI Premium
- 9.5cm (3.75") long
- Sharp tips, angled, 10.5mm
- Titanium
World Precision Instrument Vannas Spring Scissors, 8.2cm, Straight, Titanium
Our Vannas spring scissors are specialized spring scissors designed for precision cutting and often used by scientific researchers. They are named after the Swedish scientist Gunnar Vannas who invented them in the 1940s. Compared with other spring scissors, Vannas spring scissors are distinguished by their delicate, thin, sharp tips. These surgical scissors have 9.5mm blades and sharp tips. The slender, pointed tips allows for precise cutting with minimal damage to surrounding tissues. Choose between straight or angled blades. Manufactured with titanium, these scissors are non-magnetic, lightweight, durable and resistant to corrosion. Like all spring scissors, these are an excellent choice for left-handed operators, because they can be used ambidextrously. To properly care for your surgical instruments, these scissors should be cleaned immediately after use to ensure a long service life and minimize staining or corrosion. These Vannas are autoclavable.
World Precision Instrument Iris Scissors, 10cm, Straight, Titanium
Iris scissors were originally designed for ophthalmic procedures but are now used in a wide range of applications. The tips are sharp, and they come in curved, straight or angled styles.
World Precision Instrument Metzenbaum Scissors Full Curve 14 cm
The shaft of Metzenbaum scissors is longer than the blades. They are used to cut delicate tissue or dissect blunt tissue. The tips are semi-blunt, and they are available in curved or straight styles.
World Precision Instrument Student Micro Surgery Scissors Curved Blades Flat Handle,15cm
Microsurgery scissors for students are budget-friendly compared to high-end surgical instruments. Student microsurgery scissors are made from stainless steel. They have straight or curved blades. The spring handles are designed for ease of use and perfect for right and left-handed users. They are flat and textured for a firm grasp. These scissors are suitable for educational environments where students are learning and practicing microsurgical techniques, or they may be used as single use instruments. They are autoclavable.
World Precision Instrument Spring Scissors, Super Cut, 10 cm
Our Spring Scissors with one serrated blade are surgical scissors designed for making small, precision cuts. They are 10cm long, and fit comfortably into your hand. These spring scissors have one edge that is serrated and one that is sharp. The serrations provide a firm grasp of the tissue when the sharp blade shears the tissue. The end result is a clean cut with minimal damage to surrounding tissues. These have straight or angled tips. The spring mechanism that allows for smooth, precise cutting action, which reduces the risk of tissue damage or trauma. The spring scissors also help to mitigate hand fatigue, because they spring back naturally after you make your cut. The spring handled surgical scissors are preferred by left-handed surgeons, because they can be used ambidextrously. This gives the left-handed surgeon a more natural cutting action, which means the surgeon has greater control of the tip and the cutting movement.
World Precision Instrument Castroviejo Curved Scissors, 12cm, Blunt, 11mm Tips, Titanium
Castroviejo titanium scissors are surgical scissors designed for precise cutting in delicate surgical procedures like ophthalmic surgery, microsurgery, microdissection, and other procedures requiring precision cutting. Titanium Castroviejo scissors are 40% lighter than the stainless-steel varieties, reducing hand fatigue. Titanium is known for its strength, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility. It is non-magnetic, and it won’t rust. Castroviejo scissors are spring scissors with a fine and slender design, allowing for precise and controlled cutting. The blades are sharp and tapered, making them suitable for intricate tasks. These two sizes of Castroviejo titanium scissors have curved blades. One has 16 mm tips and the other has 11 mm blunted tips. Curved blades are often used for tasks requiring a more angled approach. The tips of Castroviejo scissors are fine, allowing for precise entry into tissues without causing unnecessary trauma.
World Precision Instrument Castroviejo Curved Scissors, 12cm, Curved, Titanium
Castroviejo titanium scissors are surgical scissors designed for precise cutting in delicate surgical procedures like ophthalmic surgery, microsurgery, microdissection, and other procedures requiring precision cutting. Titanium Castroviejo scissors are 40% lighter than the stainless-steel varieties, reducing hand fatigue. Titanium is known for its strength, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility. It is non-magnetic, and it won’t rust. Castroviejo scissors are spring scissors with a fine and slender design, allowing for precise and controlled cutting. The blades are sharp and tapered, making them suitable for intricate tasks. These two sizes of Castroviejo titanium scissors have curved blades. One has 16 mm tips and the other has 11 mm blunted tips. Curved blades are often used for tasks requiring a more angled approach. The tips of Castroviejo scissors are fine, allowing for precise entry into tissues without causing unnecessary trauma.
ELECTRON MICROSCOPY SCIENCES Iris Scissors with Straight Blades, 2-Fine Point, 4-1/2" OAL
These high quality Iris scissors have fine points and are made of stainless steel.
Points: 2-Fine
OAL: 4-1/2"
Foxx Life Sciences EZBio Silicone Cap System, GL45 Overmolded Caps, PP, with 4x 1/8" Tubing for 250mL Foxx or Nalgene Media Bottle Cap Assembly, Non-Sterile, 5/CS
EZBio Silicone Cap System is a bottle cap assembly made from overmolded platinum-cured silicone, compliant with USP Class VI standards. Designed as a cleanroom-compatible closure for pharmaceutical container closures in ISO-certified cleanroom, this joint-free system eliminates fluid entrapment & leak risk while supporting closed-loop fluid transfer, media & buffer handling, & single-use systems. Compatible with gamma sterilization & offered as a gamma-irradiated silicone closure, it’s ideal for aseptic workflows & custom bioprocessing assembly.
Available in 38-430, GL45, 53B, &83B sizes, they fit glass, plastic & stainless-steel containers.
Features
Validation package for efficient qualification
Joint-free, platinum-cured silicone caps for leak-free, contamination-resistant use
USP Class VI, non-cytotoxic materials
Translucent design for fluid path visibility
Wide temperature range: -76°F to +428°F (-60°C to +220°C)
Reduces cleaning & assembly costs
Foxx Life Sciences EZBio Silicone Cap System, 83B Overmolded Caps, PP, with 4x 1/4" Tubing for 20L Foxx Rectangular Carboy Cap Assembly, Non-Sterile, 1/EA
EZBio Silicone Cap System is a bottle cap assembly made from overmolded platinum-cured silicone, compliant with USP Class VI standards. Designed as a cleanroom-compatible closure for pharmaceutical container closures in ISO-certified cleanroom, this joint-free system eliminates fluid entrapment & leak risk while supporting closed-loop fluid transfer, media & buffer handling, & single-use systems. Compatible with gamma sterilization & offered as a gamma-irradiated silicone closure, it’s ideal for aseptic workflows & custom bioprocessing assembly.
Available in 38-430, GL45, 53B, &83B sizes, they fit glass, plastic & stainless-steel containers.
Features
Validation package for efficient qualification
Joint-free, platinum-cured silicone caps for leak-free, contamination-resistant use
USP Class VI, non-cytotoxic materials
Translucent design for fluid path visibility
Wide temperature range: -76°F to +428°F (-60°C to +220°C)
Reduces cleaning & assembly costs