Clinical Application
Designed for otologic and aural procedures where precise, atraumatic retrieval of small objects or tissue is required. The small 3 mm cup provides a secure hold on cerumen, small foreign bodies and delicate soft tissue within the external auditory canal, making the instrument suitable for use in ENT clinics, outpatient procedure rooms, ambulatory surgery centers and operating rooms. Works well with otoscopy or operating microscopes for controlled visualization and manipulation in narrow canals and pediatric cases.
Design & Configuration
The upward angulation positions the cup jaws to approach targets from below, improving access to objects adherent to the canal floor and allowing clearance of the clinician’s line of sight. Cup‑style jaws enclose material to reduce slippage and minimize focal pressure versus toothed tips, lowering the risk of mucosal trauma. At 8.5 cm overall length the instrument balances reach into the external auditory canal with tactile control at the handle, facilitating delicate work in confined anatomy.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Hartmann ear forceps
- Configuration: Upward‑angulated cup jaws
- Length: 8.5 cm
- Tip size: 3 mm cup jaws
- Primary use: Foreign body and cerumen removal; atraumatic tissue handling in the external auditory canal
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical‑grade stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance. The small cup jaws are formed to provide an encompassing grip while preserving atraumatic contact with canal tissues. Instrument is designed for repeated cleaning and 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