Cutting Nipper 13cm

Clinical Application

A compact cutting nipper used for precise, controlled cutting tasks in the operative field. Common applications include trimming sutures at wound closure, cutting small-diameter wire or pins during hardware procedures, and removing bone or cartilage spicules in confined anatomical spaces. The 13 cm overall length offers a balance of tactile control and reach, making it suitable for use in general surgery, orthopedics, ENT, dental and reconstructive procedures where access is limited.

Design & Configuration

The short, stout nipper beak concentrates cutting force at the tips to deliver clean, flush cuts with minimal deformation of the cut material. The compact 13 cm profile improves hand control and precision in tight operative fields while reducing inadvertent tissue contact. Jaw geometry is optimized for shearing action rather than slicing, which helps prevent crushing and allows efficient removal of small metal fragments, suture tails, or bony spicules.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Cutting nipper
• Overall length: 13 cm
• Tip / jaw: Nipper-style cutting edges for flush shearing
• Typical use: Suture trimming, cutting small wire/pins, removing small bone/cartilage fragments
• Reusable: Yes

Material & Construction

Manufactured from precision stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance, edge retention, and durability under repeated clinical use. The instrument is designed for reprocessing and is compatible with standard hospital decontamination and sterilization workflows.

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