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 Mayo Scissors, 25cm, SuperCut, Straight
SuperCut Mayo Scissors, also called Mayo Dissecting Scissors, are surgical scissors made popular by the Mayo Clinic. They have ring handles and long, straight, thick blades with blunt tips that are straight or curved. The surgical scissors vary in length from 14 cm (5.5") to 25 cm (9.8"). Longer blades give you greater reach for deeper dissection. The blades are sturdy for heavy duty work like cutting connective tissues, fascia, and sutures. Mayo Scissors are often used for dissection, where the blunt tips prevent accidental damage to surrounding tissue and may be used to delicately probe. They may also be used for dressing and bandage removal.
Med Vet International Miltex Dean Dissecting Scissors, Blades Angled On Flat, One Serrated Blade, German, 6.75in, Mh5-264
Scissors designed for use in medical, surgical, or laboratory settings. Made to be used in a number of applications, such as surgical, education, veterinary, and much more. Serrated to prevent slippage. Put together with high-quality, medical grade German steel.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Castro-Viejo Scissors, Curved
Short, delicate stainless steel scissors with a spring handle.
World Precision Instrument Tenotomy Scissors, 14 cm, Curved, Supercut
Tenotomy scissors are used for delicate procedures. With the long handle and thin tapered blades, the tenotomy scissors are able to cut tissues in hard to reach, limited spaces. These sharp, straight scissors make small, precision cuts, and they are perfect for delicate operations. The longer handles help to control the precision of these tenotomy scissors in restricted spaces or with delicate membranes or tissues, like brain tissue or ophthalmic surgeries. These scissors are designed for probing and cutting in tight spots. A precision pair of scissors like the tenotomy scissors limits the damage to surrounding tissues, which is critical in neurosurgery and other applications.
Electron Microscopy Sciences MicroPoint™ Featherlite MPF-4c Scissors, Smooth/Smooth, 125 mm
MicroPoint scissors can be used for suture or tissue and they are manufactured without rings which eliminates the problems with right handed or left handed users. Scissors cut by shearing and have three times the shearing angle to reduce "tissue crushing. They last far longer than ordinary scissors.
O.R. Castro-Viejo quality at a floor-grade price.
They offer consistent cutting at the tip.
The blades cannot work loose and the contact between the blades remains constant.
Adjustable shearing contact.
All MicroPoint™ Scissors are guaranteed for life against rust, breakage and rivet loosening.
Surface: Smooth
OAL: Sharp/Sharp Curved
Blade: 12 mm
Blade Size: 125 mm
Sklar Instruments Surgi-OR Mayo Dissecting Scissors, Sklar 5-1/2 in., Blunt/Blunt, Straight, Smooth, Finger Rings, Stainless Steel. EA.
Surgi-OR Mayo Dissecting Scissors, Sklar. 5-1/2 in., Blunt/Blunt, Straight, Smooth, Finger Rings, Stainless Steel. Surgi-OR Mayo Dissecting Scissors are a versatile instrument that can be used in multiple procedures and multiple settings. They are available straight or curved in a variety of lengths with a standard beveled blade. While the curved instrument is most commonly utilized for cutting or dissecting dense or deep tissue, and the straight version is typically used for cutting surface tissue or sutures, both may be used interchangeably depending on procedure and physician preference. This product is straight with smooth, blunt/blunt tips and a length of 5-1/2 inches.
World Precision Instrument Student Micro Surgery Scissors Curved Blades Flat Handle,15cm
Microsurgery scissors for students are budget-friendly compared to high-end surgical instruments. Student microsurgery scissors are made from stainless steel. They have straight or curved blades. The spring handles are designed for ease of use and perfect for right and left-handed users. They are flat and textured for a firm grasp. These scissors are suitable for educational environments where students are learning and practicing microsurgical techniques, or they may be used as single use instruments. They are autoclavable.
World Precision Instrument Mini Dissecting Scissors, 9cm, Straight, Left Hand
Our Left-Hand Mini Dissecting Scissors are similar to regular dissecting scissors, but they are shorter and have more delicate tips, making them ideal for fine dissection work in tight spaces. They are commonly used in microsurgery, like ophthalmic surgery. These scissors are 9 cm (3.5") long and have straight blades with sharp tips or curved blades with fine tips. Our dissecting scissors are for general use in dissection, preparation of tissue samples, and small animal surgeries. Dissecting scissors have thinner (and often longer) blades than operating scissors. They are designed for cutting and probing in tight spaces. These are designed for left handed people. These are available in surgical grade stainless steel. Our Dissecting Scissors are designed to withstand the high heat and chemical exposure of the sterilization process. They may be autoclaved. To guarantee a long life for your surgical instruments, be sure to clean them thoroughly after each use.
World Precision Instrument Iris Scissors, 12.5cm, SuperCut, Straight, German
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.
Sklar Instruments Econo Operating Scissors, Sklar, 6-1/2 in., Straight, Sharp/Sharp, Straight, Smooth, Stainless Steel. PK/12.
Econo Operating Scissors, Sklar, 6-1/2 in., Straight, Sharp/Sharp, Straight, Smooth, Stainless Steel. Econo Operating Scissors, also known as Surgical Scissors, are a versatile surgical instrument. With three available tip configurations (sharp/sharp, blunt/blunt, or sharp/blunt), varying curvatures and multiple lengths, these scissors are used for general, multipurpose cutting and dissecting. Sharp Operating Scissors cut tougher tissue and are frequently used for dissecting, whereas blunt Operating Scissors are more often used for cutting materials such as sutures, tubing, or gauze. Econo instruments are, disposable, floor-grade instruments sold in bulk quantities. This product is straight with smooth, sharp/sharp tips and a length of 6-1/2 inches. They are sold in boxes of 12.