Spare Insert for Macintosh Laryngoscope F/O/I/T #1 70mm

Clinical Application

This spare insert restores the clinical function of a Macintosh laryngoscope used for direct laryngoscopy and oro‑tracheal intubation in small patients. The size #1, 70 mm blade length is intended for use in neonate and infant airways where a shorter, more compact curved blade improves mouth access and visualisation. Keeping spare inserts on hand reduces device downtime and ensures continuous availability of illuminated blades for induction and airway management in ORs, NICUs, and ambulatory surgery centers.

Design & Configuration

The Macintosh curvature is designed to lift the epiglottis indirectly by positioning the blade in the vallecula, creating a line of sight to the glottic opening with minimal tissue trauma. The shorter 70 mm length and size #1 geometry reduce tongue displacement and allow controlled insertion in small oral cavities. The fiber‑optic illumination runs along the blade to deliver focused, shadow‑reduced light to the distal third of the blade, improving visualization of vocal cords during intubation. The insert form factor enables rapid replacement of a worn or damaged blade without replacing the entire laryngoscope assembly.

Instrument Specifications

• Pattern: Macintosh curved blade
• Size: #1
• Length: 70 mm
• Illumination: Fiber‑optic light channel (F/O)
• Intended use: Direct laryngoscopy and tracheal intubation in neonate/infant airways
• Construction: Reusable spare insert

Material & Construction

The insert is constructed with a durable stainless steel blade body and an integrated fiber‑optic light channel to deliver illumination along the blade edge. It is manufactured for repeated clinical use and designed to withstand routine sterilization cycles typical for reusable airway 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