Caspar Lami. Rongeur down 3x12mm, 16cm

Clinical Application

This down-curved rongeur is designed for controlled nibbling and removal of cortical and cancellous bone, laminar undercuts, and small bone spurs during spinal procedures. The 3 x 12 mm biting tip provides a moderate, precise bite suitable for laminectomy/laminotomy, targeted decompression, and removal of small osteophytes or disc fragments in close proximity to the dura and neural elements. Its length offers reach in standard posterior exposures encountered in spine and neurosurgical cases.

Design & Configuration

The down-curved (inferiorly directed) jaw geometry facilitates undercutting of the lamina and angulated access beneath overhanging bone where a straight instrument would be obstructed. A 3 x 12 mm bite balances tissue removal capacity with tactile feedback for controlled, incremental bone removal in confined spaces. The 16 cm overall length provides a compromise between intraoperative reach and surgeon control, enabling precise manipulation without excessive shaft length in posterior spinal approaches.

Instrument Specifications

• Type: Rongeur, down-curved configuration
• Pattern/Model: Caspar Lami.
• Jaw bite: 3 x 12 mm
• Overall length: 16 cm
• Intended use: Bone nibbling and removal during laminectomy/laminotomy and related spinal procedures
• Construction: Stainless steel, reusable

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel to resist corrosion and withstand repeated sterilization cycles. Cutting edges are ground to maintain reliable bite performance for bone removal. The instrument is designed for reusable clinical use and routine sterilization per facility 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