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
Electron Microscopy Sciences EMS Titanium Alloy Metzenbaum Scissors, Straight Blade 5.5"
Metzenbaum surgical scissors have a longer handle to blade ratio and can cut extremely delicate tissue. Made of standard grade titanium alloy. Titanium Alloy scissors weigh approximately 25% less than stainless steel, making them the first choice for many technicians. Titanium Alloy instruments keep edges sharp longer than traditional instruments and are more stain resistant than stainless steel. Note: Do not use bleach or other caustic chemicals.
Blade: Straight
OAL: 5-1/2"
Enterprise Technology Solutions Fiskars Kids Scissors, Blunt, 5", 2/PK, RDBE
SchoolWorks Kids Scissors with blunt-tip, stainless steel blades put adult cutting performance in still-growing hands. Plastic, squishgrip handles offer a comfortable grip for excellent cutting precision by both left-handed and right-handed users. Large finger loop and an appropriately sized thumb loop provide a natural, more enjoyable fit for small fingers. 5" scissors are designed for children ages 5 and up.
Enterprise Technology Solutions 3M Scissors, Precision, 8" Bent, Gray/Red
Precision scissors are a cut above in achieving precision and smooth-cutting action. Design offers comfort grip handles and durable stainless steel blades that resist corrosion and are precision-sharpened for long-lasting, sharper cutting edges. Ideal for photos, papers, crafts and everyday cutting needs. Blades feature a durable metal pivot and deliver a smooth cutting action. Scissors are designed for both right-handed and left-handed users.
Andwin Scientific ACCUEDGE SCISSORS
The Tissue-Tek Accu-Edge replaceable blade scissors are ideal tool for performing anatomical sectioning of tissues. The blades can be easily inserted and removed, which removes the time, expense, and incovenience of sharpening. This product is autoclavable and is sold individually.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Iris Scissors Angular, 1-Fine Point, 4-1/2" OAL
These high quality Iris scissors have fine points and are made of stainless steel.
Points: 1-Fine
OAL: 4-1/2"
Sklar Instruments Scissors, Sims Scissors, Sklar 8 in., Blunt/Blunt, Curved, Smooth, Stainless Steel, EA.
Scissors, Sims Scissors, Sklar, 8 in., Blunt/Blunt, Curved, Smooth, Stainless Steel, EA. Sklar's Sims Scissors are a finger ring instrument that feature long blades, primarily used for deep tissue dissection. These scissors are available straight or curved with sharp/sharp, blunt/blunt, or sharp/blunt tips. This product is curved with blunt/blunt tips and 8 inches long.
Med Vet International Miltex Blepharoplasty Scissors, Tungsten Carbide, Curved, Serrated, German, 4.5in, Pm-6435
Typically used to cut eye tissue for upper and lower blepharoplasty. The serrated blade ensures optimal grip of tissue, preventing slips. Tungsten carbide guarantees durability. 4.5in in length. Curved blades. Made with high-end, medical grade German steel.
Electron Microscopy Sciences EMS Titanium Alloy Metzenbaum Scissors, Curved Blade, 5.5"
Metzenbaum surgical scissors have a longer handle to blade ratio and can cut extremely delicate tissue. Made of standard grade titanium alloy. Titanium Alloy scissors weigh approximately 25% less than stainless steel, making them the first choice for many technicians. Titanium Alloy instruments keep edges sharp longer than traditional instruments and are more stain resistant than stainless steel. Note: Do not use bleach or other caustic chemicals.
Blade: Curved
OAL: 5-1/2"
Electron Microscopy Sciences EMS Potts-Smith Dissecting Scissors 60°, 7.5" OAL
The EMS Potts-Smith Dissecting Scissors feature angled tips for those hard-to-reach places during dissection. Premium grade – made of the highest quality German stainless steel.
OAL: 7.5"