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 Vantage Metzenbaum Scissors, 7in., Curved
The Miltex Vantage V95-182 Metzenbaum scissors are made from high quality Japanese stainless steel and measure 7" in length. They have a finger ring handle and curved blades with sharp tips.
Med Vet International Miltex Universal Bandage Scissors, Serrated Blade, Red Handle, German, 7.5in, 5-1025
Durable, lightweight, dependable, and designed for cutting thick dressing material like bandages or gauze. The serrated finish on the blades help prevent slips from happening during dissections and biopsies. 7.5in in length. Made with high-quality, medical-grade German steel.
Med Vet International Miltex MeisterHand Knapp Iris Scissors, Straight, Blunt/Blunt, German, 4in, MH18-1422
Universal scissors for cutting sutures, tissue, gauze, bandages, and more. Applicable in a multitude of environments such as, dental, ophthalmic, oral, and more. MeisterHand scissors guarantee signiture exceptional craftsmanship. Straight blades with blunt/blunt tips. 4in total length. Made with high-quality, high-end German steel.
Med Vet International Miltex Supercut Mayo Scissors, 9in., Straight
The Miltex 5-SC-128 SuperCut Metzenbaum Scissors are surgical scissors designed for cutting delicate tissue and blunt dissection. These scissors are made of German grade stainless steel, have black handles, and have a length of 9in..
Electron Microscopy Sciences EMS Iris Scissors Premium with Curved Blades
These Iris scissors are made with sharp tips and are perfect for precise vascular and neurological dissection; ideal for small specimens and animal dissection.
OAL: 114 mm
Med Vet International Miltex Vantage Spencer Scissors, 3.5in.
The Miltex Vantage V99-100 Spencer Stitch Scissors are made of mid-grade stainless steel and have a length of 3.5in. These surgical scissors have a small hook shaped tip on one blade that slides under sutures to slightly lift them before cutting for removal.
Med Vet International Miltex Lister Bandage Scissors, 3.5in.
The Miltex 5-510 Lister bandage scissors are commonly used for dressings and drapes. This type of bandage scissors have a length of 3.5in. and a blunt tip that helps lift the bandage away from the skin.
Sklar Instruments Needle Holder Sklar Microscopy Surgical 1/EA
Needle Holder Sklar Microscopy Surgical 1/EA
Med Vet International Miltex Vantage Operating Scissors, 6.5in, Straight with Blunt/Blunt Tip
The Miltex Vantage V95-28 Operating Scissors have a length of 6.5in.. These standard operating scissors have a curved blade with blunt/blunt tip
