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
Med Vet International Miltex Operating Scissors, Straight, Blunt/Blunt, 5.75in, 12 Pack, Eg5-26
The Dynarex Nasopharyngeal Airway is a high-quality tubular device designed to help keep patients’ airways open for improved oxygenation and ventilation. The Dynarex Nasopharyngeal Airway features a fixed flange end to limit the depth of insertion and internal striations to allow for smoother passage of suction catheters. Dynarex Nasopharyngeal Airway Kits include an assortment of airways in multiple sizes to accommodate patients’ specific needs, and packets of lubrication jelly for added convenience. Each kit comes with either 6 or 9 airways for ultimate versatility. The Dynarex Nasopharyngeal Airway is designed for nasal insertion to help create and maintain an open and secure airway. The Dynarex Nasopharyngeal Airway features a fixed flange end for safer insertion and internal striations for optimal suctioning efficiency. Dynarex Nasopharyngeal Airway Kits include an assortment of airways in multiple sizes.
Med Vet International Miltex Metzenbaum Scissors, Curved, Tungsten Carbide, German, 7in, Pm-2750
Used for cutting delicate tissue and blunt dissection. Great for surgery and suture material. Gold-plated handles and tungsten carbide inlays bonded to the scissor blades insure increased durability, sharper blades, and extended service life. Equipped with extra-long handles and short-blades for deep cuts into the body. Curved blades. Kept in most operating rooms, surgical bays, and other medical settings. 7in total length. Made with high-quality, medical grade German steel.
Sklar Instruments Needle Holder Sklar Microscopy Surgical 1/EA
Needle Holder Sklar Microscopy Surgical 1/EA
Enterprise Technology Solutions Westcott Titanium Bonded Sciss
Titanium Bonded Scissors Left Handed 8 Long 3 5 Cut Length Straight Gray/Yellow Handle
Med Vet International Miltex Kilner Scissors, Straight Fine Points, German, 4.5in, PM-0448
Universal scissors for cutting sutures, tissue, gauze, bandages, and more. Ultra sharp SuperCut blades for ease of use with the durability of tungsten carbide. Straight blades with fine points. 4.5in total length. Made with high-quality, high-end German steel.