Clinical Application
This small keyed chuck is used to secure small-diameter, round-shank drill bits, pin drivers and wires during low- to moderate-torque manual and power-assisted procedures. It is commonly employed for pilot hole preparation, K-wire and pin handling, and other precision drilling tasks in orthopedic, dental, ENT and craniofacial surgery where a compact, secure grip on a round shank is required.
Design & Configuration
The compact, keyed design provides positive three-jaw clamping that centers the bit and minimizes runout and slippage. The separate key supplies mechanical advantage for consistent, high-friction tightening without relying on fingertip force, which improves bit retention under lateral loads. The small external profile helps access confined operative fields and makes bit changes straightforward in a sterile environment.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Small keyed drill chuck
- Model: Jacob-style chuck (keyed)
- Jaw pattern: Three-jaw collet-style for concentric gripping of round shanks
- Intended uses: Holding small drill bits, pin drivers and wires for pilot holes, fixation and precision drilling
- Construction: Stainless steel, reusable
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability. The precision-machined jaws are designed to provide concentric gripping of round shank instruments. The instrument is intended for repeated use and standard sterilization processes appropriate for stainless steel surgical 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