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, 17 cm, Curved
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 semi-blunt tips that are straight or curved. The surgical scissors are 17 cm (6.75") long. The length of the blade determines the reach of the scissors when you are dissecting. 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. These surgical scissors are available in surgical grade stainless steel or premium German steel. Both metals are suitable for sterilization by autoclaving or chemically. Always clean your surgical instruments promptly after use. Cleaning helps to minimize staining and preserve the life of your fine surgical instruments.
INTEGRA LIFE SCIENCES Metzenbaum Scissors Curved 5 1/2 25/Box
Metzenbaum Scissors Curved 5 1/2 25/Box
World Precision Instrument Metzenbaum Scissors, 14.5 cm, Curved, 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 Tenotomy Scissors, 12.5 cm, Straight, German
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.
World Precision Instrument Metzenbaum Scissors, 11.5 cm, Straight, 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.
- Stainless steel
World Precision Instrument Mayo Scissors, 14cm, Curved, German
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 semi-blunt tips that are straight or curved. The surgical scissors are 14 cm (5.5") long. The length of the blade determines the reach of the scissors when you are dissecting. 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. These surgical scissors are available in surgical grade stainless steel or premium German steel. Both metals are suitable for sterilization by autoclaving or chemically. Always clean your surgical instruments promptly after use. Cleaning helps to minimize staining and preserve the life of your fine surgical instruments.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Vannas Scissors Angle On Side, Delicate, Extra fine
All micro scissors have extra fine tips and are 3" (75 mm) long.
Cutting Edge: 5 mm
Tips: Extra fine
Electron Microscopy Sciences MicroPoint™ Featherlite MPF-4CFX 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: Needle nose Round Tip Curved
Blade: 8 mm
Blade Size: 125 mm
Electron Microscopy Sciences MicroPoint™ Uniband LA-6 Scissors, Smooth/serrated, 120 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/serrated
OAL: Straight/Hooked
Blade: 12 mm
Blade Size: 120 mm
Electron Microscopy Sciences Paper Cutting Scissors, 10"
Stainless steel sheers with black enameled handles are ideal for cutting paper.
World Precision Instrument Dissecting Scissors, 10 cm, Curved
Ring-handled Dissecting Scissors are surgical scissors commonly used to cut and separate delicate tissues. These scissors are 10 or 12.5 cm long. These dissecting scissors are available with straight or curved blades. 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. Their tips are pointed, where operating scissors are generally blunt. These are available in surgical grade stainless steel or premium German 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.
Electron Microscopy Sciences MicroPoint™ Uniband LA-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
Electron Microscopy Sciences MicroPoint™ Uniband LA-1B Scissors, All 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: Blunt/Blunt Straight
Blade: 13 mm
Blade Size: 125 mm
Electron Microscopy Sciences MicroPoint™ Featherlite MPF-4CXF7 Scissors, Smooth/Smooth, 165 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: Needle nose Round Tip Curved
Blade: 8 mm
Blade Size: 165 mm