Wire Cutting Plier 16cm

Clinical Application

This instrument is designed to cut, trim, and remove surgical wire in operative and minor-procedure settings. Common uses include cutting cerclage wire during fracture fixation, trimming protruding ends of K-wires or fixation wire, and cutting stainless-steel wire used for temporary fixation or cerclage. The 16 cm length provides a balance of reach and control for use in open orthopedic procedures, trauma cases, and procedural rooms.

Design & Configuration

The plier geometry concentrates cutting force at the jaws for efficient shearing of surgical wire while the handled length provides adequate mechanical advantage and tactile control. The dedicated cutting jaws are shaped to capture and sever wire cleanly, minimizing slippage and reducing the risk of wire fraying. The hand-held plier format allows for one-handed manipulation when trimming protruding wire ends adjacent to soft tissue or implants.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Wire cutting plier
• Length: 16 cm
• Jaw type: Cutting jaws optimized for wire shearing
• Primary uses: Cerclage wire cutting, K-wire trimming, external fixation wire management
• Reusable and suitable for standard sterilization processes

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance. The durable cutting edges are designed for repeated use and maintenance of a sharp cutting profile. The instrument is supplied for reusable use and can be processed using standard hospital sterilization protocols.

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