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
Enterprise Technology Solutions Westcott Titanium Bonded Sciss
Titanium Bonded Scissors 8 Long 3 5 Cut Length Crane-Style Gray/Yellow Handle
World Precision Instrument Spence Stitch Ligature Scissors, 9cm, German
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. WPI recommends properly cleaning all your surgical instruments promptly after use.
Sklar Instruments Scissors, Merit Spencer Stitch Scissors, Sklar 3-1/2 in., Blunt/Blunt, Straight, Smooth, Stainless Steel, EA.
Scissors, Merit Spencer Stitch Scissors, Sklar, 3-1/2 in., Blunt/Blunt, Straight, Smooth, Stainless Steel, EA. Merit Spencer Stitch Scissors are primarily used for suture removal. These scissors have a small hook shaped tip on one blade that slides under sutures to slightly lift them before cutting for removal. This hook also holds the suture so it does not slip off the blade of the scissors prior to cutting. They are most commonly available in lengths of 3-1/2 in. and 4-1/2 in. and therefore typically have smaller, more delicate tips that are used for removing smaller sutures. They should not be used for cutting tissue. Merit instruments are Sklars office-grade line of products and most commonly utilized for routine and in-office minor procedures.
Sklar Instruments Scissors, Sklar Extra Delicate Iris Scissors, Sklar -1/2 in., Sharp/Sharp, Iris Scissors, Curved, Smooth, EA.
Scissors, Sklarlite Extra Delicate Iris Scissors, Sklar, 3-1/2 in., Sharp/Sharp, Iris Scissors, Curved, Smooth, EA. Sklarlite XD Iris Scissors are noticeably lighter and delicate than standard Iris Scissors which allows the surgeon the highest degree of precision with the least amount of fatigue. These instruments have been uniquely manufactured to be one of the lightest, most delicate general instruments available today. Originally designed for ophthalmic procedures, iris scissors have become a multipurpose instrument used in various surgical environments. These fine, sharp, finger ring scissors are ideal for detailed dissection of fine tissue and fine suture removal. In addition to ophthalmic procedures, Iris Scissors are now often used in emergency rooms and for OB/GYN and dermatologic procedures.
