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 Dubois Decapitation Scissors Premium with Straight Blades, 10.5" OAL
Blunt decapitation scissors made from extra heavy-duty scissors made from premium German stainless steel.
Blade: Straight
OAL: 10.5"
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 Vantage Operating Scissors, 5.5in., Curved With Blunt/Blunt Tip
The Miltex Vantage V95-56 Operating Scissors have a length of 5.5in.. These standard operating scissors have a curved blade with blunt/blunt tip.
Med Vet International Miltex Vantage Stevens Tenotomy Scissors, 4.125in., Straight
The Miltex Vantage V918-1462 Stevens Tenotomy Scissors have a length of 4.125in. and are made of Mid-Grade stainless steel. This Stevens Tenotomy Scissors are used for delicate dissection and cutting and have small, sharp blades, and has a straight tip.
Med Vet International Miltex Vantage Eye Suture (Gradle) Scissors, 3.75in., Curved
The Miltex Vantage V918-1652 eye suture (Gradle) scissors are made from high quality Japanese stainless steel and measure 3.75" in length. They have a finger ring handle and curved blades with sharp tips.
Med Vet International Miltex Operating Scissors, 5in., Straight With Sharp/Blunt Tip
The Miltex 5-14 Operating Scissors have a length of 5in.. These standard operating scissors have a straight blade with sharp/blunt tip
World Precision Instrument Metzenbaum Scissors, 14cm, Straight, Titanium
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 Iris Scissors, 14cm, SuperCut, 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 Tenotomy Scissors, 16 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.
Sklar Instruments Econo(TM) Sterile Knowles Bandage Scissors, Sklar , 5-1/2 in., Blunt/Blunt, Angled, Smooth, Stainless Steel, Disposable, Sterile. CS/50.
Econo(TM) Sterile Knowles Bandage Scissors, Sklar, 5-1/2 in., Blunt/Blunt, Angled, Smooth, Stainless Steel, Disposable, Sterile. Econo(TM) Sterile Knowles Bandage Scissors are durable, lightweight, and designed for cutting thick dressing material. Bandage scissors have a blunt tip on the upper blade so as not to cause any injury to the patient while removing bandages or dressings. Econo(TM) Sterile instruments are ready-to-use, sterile, disposable, floor-grade instruments made in Pakistan. Econo(TM) Sterile instruments eliminate the need for cleaning and reprocessing. Because they are both sterile and disposable, Econo(TM) Sterile instruments significantly reduce the likelihood of cross-contamination. BX50.
World Precision Instrument Spring Scissors, Super Cut, 10 cm
Our Spring Scissors with one serrated blade are surgical scissors designed for making small, precision cuts. They are 10cm long, and fit comfortably into your hand. These spring scissors have one edge that is serrated and one that is sharp. The serrations provide a firm grasp of the tissue when the sharp blade shears the tissue. The end result is a clean cut with minimal damage to surrounding tissues. These have straight or angled tips. The spring mechanism that allows for smooth, precise cutting action, which reduces the risk of tissue damage or trauma. The spring scissors also help to mitigate hand fatigue, because they spring back naturally after you make your cut. The spring handled surgical scissors are preferred by left-handed surgeons, because they can be used ambidextrously. This gives the left-handed surgeon a more natural cutting action, which means the surgeon has greater control of the tip and the cutting movement.
Fine Science Tools Vannas Spring Scissors, 2.5mm Cutting Edge, 8 cm
Tip Shape: Straight/ Tips: Sharp/ Cutting Edge: 2.5mm/ Tip Diameter: 0.075mm/ Alloy / Material: Stainless Steel/ Length: 8cm/ Serrated: No