Pin Cutter – Side Cutting, Tungsten Carbide

tungsten carbide inserts, heavy pattern, 6.0 mm jaws, 7-3/4" (19.5 cm) Berry Sternal Needle Holder & Wire Twister is a highly versatile instrument that is useful in a vast array of surgical settings. Not only does it serve as a needle holder to aid in suturing during and at the close of surgery but it has other uses as well. The same ability to grip that makes it ideal for use in needle manipulation also makes it ideally suited for twisting wire. Many procedures require the placement of a wire to hold something together or to give some temporary stability while the body heals.

Boehler Wire & Pin Extractor can be used in a variety of procedures to manipulate surgical pins and wire. Many orthopedic procedures such as repair of fractures or insertion of support after laminectomy procedures require the use of wire or pin. These added support confer additional stability to the bone and increase the speed of healing while reducing the damage done by trauma. This particular instrument can be used to insert, remove and reshape wires and pins as they are needed. This instrument is available in three different sizes to satisfy a variety of patient needs and surgeon preferences.

for drill-wires of 2.5 - 4.0 mm, replaceable tungsten carbide blades & replaceable rubber jaws, 11" (27.9 cm) Hercules-Type Wire Cutter is a highly reliable instrument made for use in a variety of surgical procedures that require wire and thus cutting of wire. This wire cutter is specifically designed for use with drill-wires at a maximum ranging from 2.5 – 4.0 mm. This instrument features replaceable tungsten carbide blades which are inherently more durable than stainless steel and have an extended service-life. It also features replaceable rubber jaws making it highly versatile and customizable to accommodate a vast array of surgical scenarios. This instrument is available in either a standard design or left-handed.

5-1/2" (14.0 cm) Blunt Jaw Pliers can be used in a variety of surgical procedures that require the insertion and manipulation of wires. This instrument features slightly rounded handles which makes it easy to hold and operate manually and is a traditionally utility poliers with adjustable jaws. The blunt jaws prevent breakage and splintering of the wire and allows for increased pressure to reshape it to the appropriate shape. Wires can be used to approximate fractures or can be inserted through skin and bone to provide traction on the bone.