Spare Insert for Amer. Mac. Laryngoscope F/O/I/T #3 107mm

Clinical Application

This spare insert is intended as a direct‑laryngoscopy blade for adult airway management. In clinical practice a #3 Macintosh blade is the most commonly used adult size for orotracheal intubation in the operating room, emergency department and intensive care settings. The integrated fiber‑optic illumination channel improves visualization of the vallecula and glottic inlet, aiding rapid, controlled placement of endotracheal tubes and reducing the need for adjunctive maneuvers.

Design & Configuration

The Macintosh curvature is designed to engage the vallecula and indirectly lift the epiglottis, creating a line of sight to the vocal cords. A 107 mm blade length provides typical adult reach while balancing control and maneuverability. The incorporated fiber‑optic illumination channel delivers focused light along the blade’s distal edge to minimize shadowing and improve contrast of airway structures, which can be especially beneficial in deep oral cavities or when ambient lighting is limited.

Instrument Specifications

• Size: #3 (107 mm)
• Pattern: American Macintosh curved blade
• Illumination: fiber‑optic light channel integrated into blade
• Compatibility: designed for American‑style Macintosh laryngoscope handle systems
• Reusable construction

Material & Construction

Constructed for repeated clinical use from medical‑grade stainless steel to withstand routine sterilization cycles. The blade incorporates fiber‑optic illumination components to transmit light from the handle to the distal blade edge, eliminating exposed bulbs on the blade itself. Reusable design supports durable performance and cost‑effective inventory management.

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