Clinical Application
This accessory weight is intended to provide a stable counterbalance for the heavy Scherbak V speculum pattern. When applied to the speculum linkage or arm, the 800g mass maintains steady aperture and tissue retraction without continuous manual holding. It is useful in procedures that require prolonged, consistent exposure where preventing drift or varying retraction tension improves visualization and surgeon control and reduces assistant fatigue.
Design & Configuration
The heavy 800g configuration supplies a robust, predictable downward/traction force suitable for the heavier Scherbak V speculum pattern. A dedicated weight accessory simplifies achieving and maintaining the desired balance point of the speculum assembly, improving steadiness of the operative field. Selecting a weight matched to the speculum model helps minimize unwanted movement and helps maintain consistent tissue tension throughout the case.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Accessory weight for speculum
- Pattern / model: Scherbak V / Specula heavy
- Configuration: Weight only (accessory unit)
- Weight: 800g
- Typical surgical use: Counterbalance and sustained retraction/stabilization for heavy specula
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Designed for repeated clinical use with durable construction and finishes appropriate for routine sterilization methods. The compact, single-purpose form factor simplifies cleaning and storage and integrates with the corresponding Scherbak V speculum assembly.
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