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
Sklar Instruments Merit Sterile™ Iris Scissors - 4-1/2", Curved, Sharp/Sharp, Disposable, CS 25
Merit Sterile™ Iris Scissors were originally designed for ophthalmic procedures, but have become a multipurpose instrument used in various surgical environments. These fine, sharp scissors are ideal for detailed dissection of fine tissue and fine suture removal. In addition to ophthalmic procedures, Iris Scissors are now often used multiple procedures. Merit Sterile™ instruments are ready-to-use, sterile, disposable, office-grade instruments sold in bulk quantities.
World Precision Instrument Spence Stitch Ligature Scissors, 9cm
Spencer Stitch Scissors are stitch-cutting scissors or suture scissors for removing sutures or stitches. Spencer Stitch Scissors have a relatively short, straight, and narrow blades. The tips of Spencer stitch scissors are blunt rather than sharp to minimize the risk of accidentally puncturing or damaging underlying tissues while cutting sutures. One blade is notched to provide improved grip and traction when cutting through sutures, preventing slippage and ensuring clean cuts of just the suture. The ring handles give you a firm, comfortable grip for precision control. They come in a variety of lengths, from 9.0 cm to 13.25 cm. Shorter handles typically offer more control, and longer handles give you greater reach. These Spencer Stitch Scissors are manufactured from surgical grade stainless steel or premium German steel, both of which are autoclavable.
World Precision Instrument Metzenbaum Scissors, 17.75 cm, Curved, Tungsten Carbide
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.
Med Vet International Miltex Operating Scissors, 5in., Straight With Sharp/Blunt Tip
The Miltex 5-14 Operating Scissors have a length of 5in.. These standard operating scissors have a straight blade with sharp/blunt tip
World Precision Instrument Utility Scissors, 19cm, Plastic handle
- 19cm (7.5") long
- Plastic Handles
- Stainless Steel blades
World Precision Instrument Iris Scissors, 11 cm, Straight, SuperCut, Tungsten Carbide, German
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 Roger Wire Cutting Scissors, 12cm
- 12cm (4.75") Long
- One serrated, both notched blades
- Stainless steel
Fine Science Tools LaGrange Scissors, Curved, Stainless Steel, 11.5 cm
Tip Shape: Curved/ Tips: Sharp-Sharp/ Cutting Edge: 18mm/ Alloy / Material: Stainless Steel/ Length: 11.5cm/ Serrated: Yes
Electron Microscopy Sciences Vannas Scissors Straight, Delicate, Extra fine
All micro scissors have extra fine tips and are 3" (75 mm) long.
Cutting Edge: 5 mm
Tips: Extra fine
Sklar Instruments Econo(TM) Sterile Knowles Bandage Scissors, Sklar , 5-1/2 in., Blunt/Blunt, Angled, Smooth, Stainless Steel, Disposable, Sterile. CS/50.
Econo(TM) Sterile Knowles Bandage Scissors, Sklar, 5-1/2 in., Blunt/Blunt, Angled, Smooth, Stainless Steel, Disposable, Sterile. Econo(TM) Sterile Knowles Bandage Scissors are durable, lightweight, and designed for cutting thick dressing material. Bandage scissors have a blunt tip on the upper blade so as not to cause any injury to the patient while removing bandages or dressings. Econo(TM) Sterile instruments are ready-to-use, sterile, disposable, floor-grade instruments made in Pakistan. Econo(TM) Sterile instruments eliminate the need for cleaning and reprocessing. Because they are both sterile and disposable, Econo(TM) Sterile instruments significantly reduce the likelihood of cross-contamination. BX50.
Electron Microscopy Sciences MicroPoint™ Featherlite Vannas Scissors Straight
MicroPoint Featherlite Style DS-1 has straight Vannas Scissors has 5mm smooth blades.
OAL: 125 mm
Med Vet International Urethral Catheter Self-Cath Straight Tip Uncoated PVC 14 Fr 16 Inch 414 Each
Urethral Catheter Self-Cath Straight Tip Uncoated PVC 14 Fr 16 Inch 414 Each
Med Vet International Miltex Iris Scissors, 3.5in., Curved
The Miltex 5-302 Iris Scissors have a length of 3.5in. Iris Scissors are a type of surgical scissor with short blades and is commonly used for ophthalmic surgery. This 3.5in. curved Iris Scissors are made of German grade stainless steel.
Med Vet International Miltex Vantage Universal Bandage And Utility Scissors, 7.5in., Purple Handle
The Miltex Vantage V95-1028 universal bandage and utility scissors are 7.5" in length and have purple handles. They are designed to cut bandage and gauze, cast material, metal sheets, and tough clothing material. Autoclavable to 143C or 290F for easy sterilization.