Clinical Application
A manual Bunnell-style hand drill provides controlled, tactile drilling for small-bone and soft-tissue fixation procedures. It is commonly used in hand and upper-extremity surgery, trauma cases, and other orthopaedic applications where precise pilot holes or passage for K-wires, pins, or transosseous sutures are required. The manual drive is advantageous when low-speed, high-control drilling is preferable to power instruments—for example when proximity to delicate structures or fine bone stock requires incremental advancement and immediate tactile feedback.
Design & Configuration
The hand-operated design delivers fine tactile control and immediate feedback during bit engagement and bone penetration, reducing the risk of over-drilling. The straight shaft and 16 cm overall length provide reach into deeper surgical fields while maintaining a slim profile for visibility and access in confined anatomical spaces. The stainless steel chuck secures small drill bits or wires and allows quick bit changes under sterile conditions without electrical equipment.
Instrument Specifications
- Manual hand drill, Bunnell pattern
- Length: 16 cm overall
- Stainless steel chuck for holding small surgical drill bits or wires
- Intended for controlled, low-speed drilling in small-bone and hand surgery
- Reusable and designed for routine sterilization
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel with a stainless steel chuck. The metal construction supports repeated use and standard sterilization processes. The simple mechanical design minimizes components that can fail in instrument processing and clinical use.
Quality & Compliance
Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.
Brand Comparison
Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.
Availability & Returns
- In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
- Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
- Returns: 30-day return policy