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, Surgi-OR Metzenbaum-Lahey Dissecting Scissors, Sklar 4-1/2 in., Blunt/Blunt, Curved, Smooth, Stainless Steel, EA.
Scissors, Surgi-OR Metzenbaum-Lahey Dissecting Scissors, Sklar, 4-1/2 in., Blunt/Blunt, Curved, Smooth, Stainless Steel, EA. Surgi-OR Metzenbaum-Lahey Dissecting Scissors are used for dissecting and cutting tissue only. These scissors are not recommended for cutting sutures or drains. Metzenbaum-Lahey scissors tend to be shorter than traditional Metzenbaum scissors. Hand-crafted in Pakistan, Surgi-OR mid-grade instruments are forged from the highest quality Japanese steel and provide reliable instrumentation for the operating room and other surgical centers. Surgi-OR instruments are a cost-effective line of instruments that must meet Sklar's quality standards. This product has curved, smooth, blunt tips, and an overall length of 4-1/2 inches.
Med Vet International Miltex Metzenbaum-Nelson Scissors, Standard Pattern, Curved, Blunt Points, German, 11.25in, 5-192
Used for cutting delicate tissue and blunt dissection. Great for surgery and suture material. Equipped with extra-long handles and short-blades for deep cuts into the body. Kept in most operating rooms, surgical bays, and other medical settings. Curved blades with blunt points. Standard pattern. 11.25in total length. Made with high-quality German steel.
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
Enterprise Technology Solutions Fiskars Kids Scissors, Blunt Tip, Softgrip, 5" L, AST
Blunt tip 5" scissors offer an antimicrobial coating on the softgrip handle to inhibit microbes. Stainless steel blades cut all classroom materials and are corrosion-resistant.
Enterprise Technology Solutions Sparco Straight Scissors, Rubber Handles, 8" Straight, Black
Straight scissors feature a rubberized grip for more comfort and control. Corrosion-resistant, stainless steel blades keep a sharp edge longer. Blades are finely ground for smooth, constant cutting. Scissors are great for everyday use in your home office.
Enterprise Technology Solutions Sparco Scissors, Bent, 8", Rubber Handle, 3/BD, Blue
Bent scissors feature a rubberized grip for more comfort and control. Corrosion-resistant, stainless steel blades keep a sharp edge longer. Blades are finely ground for smooth, constant cutting. Scissors are great for everyday use in your home office.
Enterprise Technology Solutions Sparco Scissors, Bent, 8", Rubber Handle, Blue
Bent scissors feature a rubberized grip for more comfort and control. Corrosion-resistant, stainless steel blades keep a sharp edge longer. Blades are finely ground for smooth, constant cutting. Scissors are great for everyday use in your home office.