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
Med Vet International Miltex Wire Cutting Scissors, Curved, Serrated, German, 4.75in, 9-122
Strong and study to make cutting through suture wires a breeze. Molded with curved blades with a serrated finish. 4.75in total length. Made with high-end, medical-grade German steel.
Med Vet International Operating Scissors, 6.5", Curved, Blunt/Blunt Tip, German Grade, Von Klaus
6 1/2in. German Grade Curved Operating Scissors are a versatile surgical isntrument. These Surgical Scissors are curved and have a blunt/blunt tip and are used generally for cutting sutures. The Von Klaus line of instruments is made of high quality German stainless steel, expertly crafted and comes with a lifetime warranty when used for their intended surgical purpose.
INTEGRA LIFE SCIENCES Operating Scissors Sharp/Blunt Straight
Operating Scissors Sharp/Blunt Straight
Med Vet International Miltex Vantage Lister Bandage Scissors, 8in., One Large Finger Ring
The Miltex Vantage V95-550 Lister bandage scissors are made from high quality Japanese stainless steel and measure 8" in length. They have a finger ring handle and angled blades with blunt tips. One of the finger rings is oversized.
Med Vet International Economy Utility Bandage Scissors, 5.5 in
Economy Utility Bandage Scissors, 5.5 in.
Braintree Scientific Iris Scissors, Standard Pattern, Angled, 4.5""""
Iris Scissors, Standard Pattern, for precise vascular and neurological dissection. Ideal for small specimens. 4 1/2" (114.3mm) **Sold for research purposes only and not for human use**
Enterprise Technology Solutions Acme United Corporation Kids Scissors, Soft Handle, Pointed, 5", STST Blades/ AST
5" school scissors meet the general needs of the classroom with the comfort and design ideal for children ages 6 and up. Comfortable, soft plastic handles are suitable for right-handed and left-handed students. Stainless steel blades are pointed for practice and resist rust.
Enterprise Technology Solutions Acme United Corporation Scissors, Titanium Bonded, 8"L, Straight, 2/PK, Gray/Yellow
8" scissors feature titanium-bonded blades with a unique nonstick, permanent coating. Blades stay sharper longer and resist adhesives from tapes and glues. Use to cut tape, hook-and-loop fasteners or other adhesives. Titanium blades are six times harder than stainless steel. Glide provides a no-tool adjustable glide technology for optimal cutting performance that allows less tension for thin materials and higher tension for thicker material. Straight handles are made with plastic along the exterior perimeter and rubber along the interior for comfort. Scissors are ideal for the mailroom, art room and scrapbooking.
