Crutchfield Drill Bit 5.0mm

Clinical Application

This 5.0 mm Crutchfield drill bit is intended for controlled pilot-hole creation when placing cranial traction pins, skull tongs, or related fixation devices used in neurosurgery and trauma settings. By preparing a precise pilot tract in the outer cortex, the bit helps reduce insertion torque, minimize skidding, and improve seating accuracy of traction pins. Typical use cases include pre-drilling for temporary cervical traction with Crutchfield-style tongs, pin exchange or replacement procedures, and other controlled cranial pin insertions where a defined hole diameter is required.

Design & Configuration

The 5.0 mm diameter provides a predictable tract size suited to matching pin diameters used in many cranial traction systems. A straight shank geometry maintains concentric alignment between driver and pin during drilling to reduce wobble and improve control in the thin cortical bone of the skull. The drill length and shank design allow secure engagement with standard hand drivers or compatible power drivers used for Crutchfield-style instrumentation, facilitating precise depth control and axial force application during insertion.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Surgical drill bit for cranial pin tract preparation
• Pattern / model: Crutchfield
• Configuration: Straight drill bit
• Size: 5.0 mm diameter
• Typical surgical use: Pilot-hole creation for skull tongs/cranial traction and fixation
• Material / construction: Surgical stainless steel
• Reusable: Designed for repeated sterilization and reuse

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel to provide the corrosion resistance and durability required for repeat use in operative environments. The solid shank and drill geometry are designed to withstand axial forces typical of manual or low-speed powered insertion. Intended for reprocessing per facility protocols and compatible with standard sterilization workflows used for reusable neurosurgical instruments.

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