Clinical Application
This cruciform tip attachment is designed to engage cruciform (Phillips-style) screw heads commonly encountered in bone fixation, implant assembly, and small-plate fixation procedures. The tip provides multi-point engagement for controlled insertion and extraction of cruciform-head screws used in orthopedic, spine, cranio-maxillofacial, dental, and general surgical implant systems. As a replaceable tip, it is intended for use where modular driver systems are preferred to allow quick exchange of tip geometries during procedures and to maintain consistent engagement with screw heads.
Design & Configuration
The cruciform geometry provides four-point engagement within the recess of cruciform screw heads, improving axial alignment and helping to reduce cam-out during torque application. As an attachment-only configuration, the tip is made to mate with compatible driver shafts or handles so clinicians can maintain a compact set: keep multiple tip types on a single handle for intraoperative flexibility. The modular design also simplifies replacement of worn tips without discarding the entire driver assembly, supporting instrument longevity and inventory efficiency.
Instrument Specifications
- Type: Screwdriver tip attachment
- Pattern / model: Cruciform tip
- Configuration: Attachment-only — requires compatible driver shaft or handle
- Tip pattern: Cruciform recess engagement for Phillips-style screw heads
- Typical use: Seating and removal of cruciform-head surgical screws
- Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes — designed for repeated clinical use and sterilization
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel with precision-machined cruciform flanks to provide consistent fit and durable contact with screw recesses. The tip is manufactured to withstand repeated sterilization cycles and clinical handling. Sold as the tip attachment only; a compatible driver shaft or handle must be provided separately.
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