Helferich-Bier amputating saw 39cm

Clinical Application

This amputating saw is designed for controlled transection of long bones during major limb amputations and selected orthopedic procedures where a robust, long‑reach hand saw is required. It is used in operating rooms and surgical centers for above‑knee, below‑knee and other amputation levels, and for circumstances that require a straight-line cortical cut with tactile feedback to the surgeon.

Design & Configuration

The Helferich‑Bier pattern provides a long, straight cutting profile that facilitates circumferential and transverse bone cuts while maintaining surgeon control. The 39 cm overall length increases reach and mechanical leverage, enabling comfortable handling across larger limbs and when working around dressings or bulky soft tissue. The hand‑held configuration gives direct tactile feedback during sawing and allows precise placement and steady manual oscillation.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Amputating saw (Helferich‑Bier pattern)
• Configuration: Hand‑held, straight pattern for linear bone transection
• Length: 39 cm
• Typical use: Major limb amputations and select orthopedic bone cuts
• Material / construction: Surgical‑grade stainless steel; reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical‑grade stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance under repeated sterilization cycles. The instrument is manufactured and finished to provide smooth surfaces for cleaning and to maintain structural integrity during manual sawing tasks. Designed for repeated reprocessing in central sterile departments.

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