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 Scissors, Jameson Dissection Scissors , Sklar 7 in., Sharp/Sharp, Curved, Stainless Steel, Smooth, EA.
Scissors, Jameson Dissection Scissors , Sklar, 7 in., Sharp/Sharp, Curved, Stainless Steel, Smooth, EA.
Enterprise Technology Solutions Westcott Titanium Bonded Scissors, 8" Long, 3.5" Cut Length, Gray/Yellow Straight Handle
ABILITYONE 5110016296575 Skilcraft Scissors deliver premium performance and stay sharpened longer. Corrosion resistant blades are perfect for cutting tape, Velcro fasteners and other adhesives. Contoured soft grip handles allow for ease of use. Suitable for right and left hand use.
Med Vet International Miltex Operating Scissors, Standard Pattern, Curved, Sharp/Sharp, German, 6in, 5-37
Operating Scissors, also known as Surgical Scissors, are a versatile surgical instrument. Used to cut tissue, as well as other things such as bandages and gauze. These scissors are used for general, multipurpose cutting and dissecting. Curved blades with sharp/sharp tips. 6in total length. Made with high-quality, medical grade German steel.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Doyen Scissors, Straight
Stainless steel scissors with two heavy blunt points. 7"(178 mm) long.
