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 Tungsten Carbide Metzenbaum Scissors with Curved Blades 5-1/2"
These Metzenbaum scissors are made from Tungsten Carbide and have narrow blunt tips. The unique tungsten carbide cutting edge provides effortless, yet accurate, cuts through the toughest of surgical or autopsy tissue. Scissor shanks are tempered to the ideal hardness to allow proper flexibility and comfort. Finger rings are well rounded and polished allowing better feel while preventing finger fatigue during complex dissection cases.
Blade: Curved
OAL: 5-1/2"
World Precision Instrument Iris Scissors, 11.5 cm, Curved
Iris scissors were originally designed for ophthalmic procedures but are now used in a wide range of applications. The tips are sharp, and they come in curved, straight or angled styles.
World Precision Instrument Operating Scissors, 16cm, Curved, Sharp/Blunt, 12-pack, Disposable
Ring-handled Operating Scissors are surgical scissors commonly used in general surgery for cutting and dissecting tissues. The 16 cm length is a versatile size that can be used for a variety of procedures, including biological and medical research. These operating scissors have curved blades, which are pointed on one blade and blunt on the other (sharp/blunt). Our operating scissors are for general use in dissection, preparation of tissue samples, and small animal surgeries. These are available in stainless steel. Our Operating Scissors are designed to withstand the high heat and chemical exposure of the sterilization process. They may be autoclaved. These economy scissors are sold in packages of 12, perfect for students or for disposable use. All sales are final on disposable instrument packs.
Sklar Instruments Needle Holder Sklar Microscopy Surgical 1/EA
Needle Holder Sklar Microscopy Surgical 1/EA
Med Vet International Operating Scissors, 4.25", Straight, Sharp/Blunt Tip, German Grade, Von Klaus
4.25" German Grade straight operating scissors are a versatile surgical isntrument. These Surgical Scissors are straight and have a sharp/blunt tip and are used generally for cutting and dissecting. 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.
Sklar Instruments Single Use, Econo-Sterile, Mayo Dissecting Scissors, Sklar 5-1/2 in., Blunt/Blunt, Straight, Smooth, Stainless Steel, Disposable, CS of 50.
Single Use, Econo-Sterile, Mayo Dissecting Scissors, Sklar. 5-1/2 in., Blunt/Blunt, Straight, Smooth, Stainless Steel, Disposable, CS of 50. Mayo Dissecting Scissors are a versatile instrument that can be used in multiple procedures and multiple settings.