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
Uline NICKEL PLATED STEEL SCISSORS
Steel scissors with nickel plated finish for corrosion resistance designed for cutting paper, cloth, and other thin materials featuring metal blades that close in shearing action with manually operated, spring loaded handles suitable for general purpose use in office, school, home and craft settings.
World Precision Instrument Micro Scissors, 12 cm, Diamond Coated Blades, Straight
The special diamond coated blades will increase the longevity of the cutting edge and improve the qulaity of the cut. Used to reduce wear on razor blades and industrial metal cutting tools, this coating is now being used in biomedical applications. Some studies have shown that even after double the normal usage of the cutting implement, no blade wear was detected.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Rotary Trimmer, Cutting Size 18"
High quality, professionally styled, yet economically priced. Self-sharpening, high quality steel rotary cutting blade. Shielded blade assures safe operation with clear plate for alignment. Steel working surface that is calibrated in inches. Cutting size: 18", measures: 22"x7"x2".
Electron Microscopy Sciences Rotary Trimmer, Cutting Size 12"
High quality, professionally styled, yet economically priced. Self-sharpening, high quality steel rotary cutting blade. Shielded blade assures safe operation with clear plate for alignment. Steel working surface that is calibrated in inches. Cutting size: 12", measures: 16"x7"x2".
Electron Microscopy Sciences Paper Cutting Scissors,8"
Stainless steel sheers with black enameled handles are ideal for cutting paper.
World Precision Instrument Mayo Scissors, 17cm, Straight, SuperCut w/TC, German
SuperCut Tungsten Carbide 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.
World Precision Instrument Tenotomy Scissors, 12.5 cm, Straight
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 Mayo Scissors, 17 cm, Straight, Tungsten Carbide, German
Tungsten Carbide 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 vary in length from 14 cm (5.5") to 17.5 cm (7"). 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.