Wolff Plaster Cast Breaker 26cm

Clinical Application

Designed for use by orthopedic surgeons, casting technicians and perioperative teams, this cast breaker provides a controlled mechanical method to fracture plaster and rigid synthetic casts during removal. It is used to create a weakness line in the cast so that subsequent spreading or cutting can be performed safely, reducing excessive force on the underlying limb and padding. Typical settings include fracture clinics, outpatient casting suites, emergency departments and ambulatory surgery centers.

Design & Configuration

The instrument’s handheld, hand-operated configuration delivers direct mechanical force to the cast material. The 26 cm overall length provides sufficient reach and mechanical advantage for breaking plaster on extremities while maintaining control close to the worksite. A rigid shaft transmits force efficiently from the operator’s hand to the contact surface, allowing precise, localized disruption of cast material without relying on powered equipment.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Plaster cast breaker
• Pattern / model: Wolff
• Configuration: Handheld, hand-operated
• Length: 26 cm
• Typical use: Controlled disruption of plaster and synthetic casts for removal
• Material / construction: Stainless steel; reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed from corrosion-resistant stainless steel for durability and repeated reprocessing. The single-piece, rigid construction supports predictable force transmission during use. The instrument is intended for reuse and should be cleaned and sterilized according to facility protocol and manufacturer recommendations.

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