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, 11.5cm, Sharp/Blunt, Straight, German
Ring-handled Operating Scissors are a pair of straight surgical scissors commonly used in general surgery for cutting and dissecting tissues. The 11.5 cm length is a smaller 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.
World Precision Instrument Metzenbaum Scissors, 11.5 cm, Curved
The shaft of Metzenbaum scissors is longer than the blades. They are used to cut delicate tissue or dissect blunt tissue. The tips are semi-blunt, and they are available in curved or straight styles.
- Stainless steel
World Precision Instrument Metzenbaum Scissors, 18cm, Straight, Tungsten Carbide, German
The shaft of Metzenbaum scissors is longer than the blades. They are used to cut delicate tissue or dissect blunt tissue. The tips are semi-blunt, and they are available in curved or straight styles.
World Precision Instrument Metzenbaum Scissors, 17.75 cm, Curved, Tungsten Carbide
The shaft of Metzenbaum scissors is longer than the blades. They are used to cut delicate tissue or dissect blunt tissue. The tips are semi-blunt, and they are available in curved or straight styles.
World Precision Instrument Metzenbaum Scissors, 11.5 cm, Straight
The shaft of Metzenbaum scissors is longer than the blades. They are used to cut delicate tissue or dissect blunt tissue. The tips are semi-blunt, and they are available in curved or straight styles.
- Stainless steel
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.
World Precision Instrument Castroviejo Curved Scissors, 12cm, Blunt, 11mm Tips, Titanium
Castroviejo titanium scissors are surgical scissors designed for precise cutting in delicate surgical procedures like ophthalmic surgery, microsurgery, microdissection, and other procedures requiring precision cutting. Titanium Castroviejo scissors are 40% lighter than the stainless-steel varieties, reducing hand fatigue. Titanium is known for its strength, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility. It is non-magnetic, and it won’t rust. Castroviejo scissors are spring scissors with a fine and slender design, allowing for precise and controlled cutting. The blades are sharp and tapered, making them suitable for intricate tasks. These two sizes of Castroviejo titanium scissors have curved blades. One has 16 mm tips and the other has 11 mm blunted tips. Curved blades are often used for tasks requiring a more angled approach. The tips of Castroviejo scissors are fine, allowing for precise entry into tissues without causing unnecessary trauma.
World Precision Instrument Castroviejo Curved Scissors, 12cm, Curved, Titanium
Castroviejo titanium scissors are surgical scissors designed for precise cutting in delicate surgical procedures like ophthalmic surgery, microsurgery, microdissection, and other procedures requiring precision cutting. Titanium Castroviejo scissors are 40% lighter than the stainless-steel varieties, reducing hand fatigue. Titanium is known for its strength, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility. It is non-magnetic, and it won’t rust. Castroviejo scissors are spring scissors with a fine and slender design, allowing for precise and controlled cutting. The blades are sharp and tapered, making them suitable for intricate tasks. These two sizes of Castroviejo titanium scissors have curved blades. One has 16 mm tips and the other has 11 mm blunted tips. Curved blades are often used for tasks requiring a more angled approach. The tips of Castroviejo scissors are fine, allowing for precise entry into tissues without causing unnecessary trauma.
KLEIN CUTLERY LLC 8" BENT STAINLESS TRIMMER
This item has a minimum qty of 3 per supplier requirements.
8" BENT STAINLESS TRIMMER
Med Vet International Economy Littauer Stitch Scissors 5 1/2", Straight
Economy Littauer Stitch Scissors 5 1/2", Straight
KLEIN CUTLERY LLC 8" STRAIGHT TRIMMER
This item has a minimum qty of 4 per supplier requirements.
8" STRAIGHT TRIMMER
Enterprise Technology Solutions Westcott KleenEarth Basic Plas
KleenEarth Basic Plastic Handle Scissors 8 Long 3 25 Cut Length Straight Black Handle 3/Pack
Med Vet International Wire Cutting Scissors 4.25" Straight German
The Von Klaus line of instruments is made of high quality German stainless steel, expertly crafted and comes with a lifetime warranty when used for their intended surgical purpose.
Med Vet International Miltex MeisterHand Stevens Tenotomy Scissors, Straight, Short Blades, Sharp Points, German, 4.25in, MH18-1460
Typically used in the optical field, tenotomy scissors are mainly used in delicate surgical procedures. They are especially used in ophthalmic and neurosurgery. MeisterHand scissors guarantee signiture exceptional craftsmanship. The small and sharp blades allows for precision cutting of the sensitive and delicate tissues in the eye region and of the small nerves. The blades are straight, short blades culminating into sharp tips. 4.25in in length. These scissors are made with high-quality, medical-grade German steel.