Macintosh Laryngoscope blade F/O, Fix/T 86mm, #2

Clinical Application

Macintosh curved blades are the standard geometry for direct laryngoscopy when performing orotracheal intubation. The curved profile is positioned in the vallecula to indirectly lift the epiglottis and expose the vocal cords for endotracheal tube placement. This size (#2, 86 mm) provides a balance of reach and maneuverability for routine airway management in many clinical settings, including operating rooms, ambulatory surgery centers, emergency departments, and procedural suites.

Design & Configuration

The Macintosh curvature transmits lifting force along the blade to open the line of sight to the glottic opening without directly elevating the epiglottis, which facilitates visualization while minimizing tissue trauma. Integrated fiber-optic illumination runs along the blade to provide focused, shadow-minimizing light at the distal blade, improving visibility in low-light or obstructed airway conditions. The 86 mm blade length and size #2 designation influence reach and blade-to-tooth-tooth relation, helping clinicians select the appropriate blade for patient anatomy and provider technique.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Laryngoscope blade (Macintosh pattern)
• Illumination: Fiber-optic (F/O) light channel integrated into blade
• Size / length: #2, 86 mm blade length
• Tip pattern: Curved blade designed for vallecular placement
• Intended use: Visualization of glottis and facilitation of endotracheal intubation
• Construction: Reusable stainless steel with integrated fiber-optic components

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for durability and repeated reprocessing. The integrated fiber-optic channel provides distal illumination without reliance on external bulb housings at the blade tip. The blade is designed for repeated cleaning and sterilization and for long-term clinical use when maintained per facility reprocessing 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