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 Operating Scissors, 18cm, Sharp/Sharp, Straight, German
Ring-handled Operating Scissors are a pair of surgical scissors commonly used in general surgery for cutting and dissecting tissues. The 18 cm length is a versatile size that can be used for a variety of procedures, including biological and medical research. 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. They are available in both surgical grade stainless steel and our premium German steel, making them more durable and resistant to corrosion. Our Operating Scissors are designed to withstand the high heat and chemical exposure of the sterilization process. They may be autoclaved.
TIP: When selecting the size of your operating scissors, consider the size of the area you have access to.
Sklar Instruments Single Use, Econo-Sterile, Multi-Cut Utility Scissors, Sklar 5-1/2 in., Blunt/Blunt, Angled, Serrated/Smooth, Stainless Steel / Plastic, Disposable. CS of 50.
Single Use, Econo-Sterile, Multi-Cut Utility Scissors, Sklar, 5-1/2 in., Blunt/Blunt, Angled, Serrated/Smooth, Stainless Steel / Plastic, Disposable. CS of 50. Econo Sterile Utility Scissors are a multipurpose instrument used for cutting non-sterile materials such as dressings, casts, and surgical drapes.
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.
Sklar Instruments Needle Holder Sklar Microscopy Surgical 1/EA
Needle Holder Sklar Microscopy Surgical 1/EA
World Precision Instrument Iris Scissors, 11.5cm, SuperCut, Straight
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.