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 Katena-Vannas Spring Scissors, 11cm, Curved, 10mm Blades
Katena Vannas spring scissors are microsurgical spring scissors used in delicate ophthalmic procedures and other microsurgical applications in a research laboratory. They are named after the renowned Swiss ophthalmic surgeon, Nils Yngve Vannas. Spring scissors can be used ambidextrously, making them favored choice for left-handed people. These scissors are known for their high-quality construction and extreme precision, making them valuable tools in eye surgery. Katena Vannas spring scissors have an elongated, slender design with extra-fine, sharp blades that taper to very fine points. This design allows for intricate and precise cutting in microsurgical settings. They are crafted from high-quality surgical grade stainless steel, ensuring durability, resistance to corrosion, and easy sterilization, meeting the stringent requirements for sterile surgical instruments. These vannas spring scissors are 11 cm (4.3”) long with your choice of tips, 7mm or 10 mm long.
World Precision Instrument Mini Dissecting Scissors, 8.5cm, Curved, Blunt Tips
Our Mini Dissecting Scissors are similar to regular dissecting scissors, but they are shorter and have more delicate tips, making them ideal for fine dissection work in tight spaces. They are commonly used in microsurgery, like ophthalmic surgery. These scissors are 8.5 cm (3.3") long and have straight or curved blades with blunt or sharp tips and fine blades. Our dissecting scissors are for general use in dissection, preparation of tissue samples, and small animal surgeries. Dissecting scissors have thinner (and often longer) blades than operating scissors. They are designed for cutting and probing in tight spaces. These are available in surgical grade stainless steel. Our Dissecting Scissors are designed to withstand the high heat and chemical exposure of the sterilization process. They may be autoclaved. To guarantee a long life for your surgical instruments, be sure to clean them thoroughly after each use.
World Precision Instrument Operating Scissors, 14 cm, Curved, Blunt/Blunt, 12-pack
Ring-handled Operating Scissors are surgical scissors commonly used in general surgery for cutting and dissecting tissues. The 14 cm length is a versatile size that can be used for a variety of procedures, including biological and medical research. These operating scissors are available with straight or curved blades. Our operating scissors are for general use in dissection, preparation of tissue samples, and small animal surgeries. These surgical scissors are available with a variety of tips, including two sharp pointed blades, one sharp and one blunt blade, or two blunt blades. These are available in stainless steel. Our Operating Scissors are designed to withstand the high heat and chemical exposure of the sterilization process. They may be autoclaved. These economy scissors are sold in packages of 12, perfect for students or for disposable use. All sales are final on disposable instrument packs.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Iris Scissors Angular, 2-Fine Points, 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"
World Precision Instrument Vannas Tubingen Scissors, 8cm, Curved, German Steel
Vannas Tübingen scissors are specialized microsurgical scissors that are highly precise and delicate, commonly used in ophthalmic and neurological procedures. They are named after Tübingen, a city in Germany, where the Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics is located. Vannas Tübingen scissors are incredibly fine instruments, crafted of high-quality surgical grade stainless steel with extreme precision. Their design includes thin, and sharp blades, which allow for highly accurate and precise cutting in microsurgical settings. The tips of these scissors are exceptionally sharp and thin, enabling them to access and cut very fine and delicate tissues without causing unnecessary damage to surrounding structures. This is especially crucial in delicate surgeries, such as in ophthalmic procedures, where precision is paramount. The blades of Vannas Tübingen scissors can be curved or straight.
World Precision Instrument Mini Dissecting Scissors, 9cm, Curved, Fine Tips, Left Hand
Our Left-Hand Mini Dissecting Scissors are similar to regular dissecting scissors, but they are shorter and have more delicate tips, making them ideal for fine dissection work in tight spaces. They are commonly used in microsurgery, like ophthalmic surgery. These scissors are 9 cm (3.5") long and have straight blades with sharp tips or curved blades with fine tips. Our dissecting scissors are for general use in dissection, preparation of tissue samples, and small animal surgeries. Dissecting scissors have thinner (and often longer) blades than operating scissors. They are designed for cutting and probing in tight spaces. These are designed for left handed people. These are available in surgical grade stainless steel. Our Dissecting Scissors are designed to withstand the high heat and chemical exposure of the sterilization process. They may be autoclaved. To guarantee a long life for your surgical instruments, be sure to clean them thoroughly after each use.
World Precision Instrument McPherson-Westcott Conjuctiva Scissors, 11cm, Curved, Blunt
- 11 cm (4.3") Long
- Curved
- 9 mm Blunt tips
- Stainless steel
Sklar Instruments Needle Holder Sklar Microscopy Surgical 1/EA
Needle Holder Sklar Microscopy Surgical 1/EA
