Clinical Application
Designed for otologic examinations and minor aural procedures, this speculum provides a direct, unobstructed view of the external auditory canal and tympanic membrane. It is suited for routine clinic otoscopy, manual removal of cerumen or foreign bodies, and use with suction or micro-instruments under operating microscope illumination. The aperture dimensions support controlled access to the canal while maintaining patient comfort during diagnostic and minor interventional maneuvers.
Design & Configuration
The Zoellner configuration features a smooth, conical funnel geometry with a flared distal opening to center and stabilize the instrument in the external auditory canal. The two-part aperture dimension (10.5 x 11.5 mm) provides a working channel large enough for common micro-instruments and suction tips while minimizing tissue contact at the canal rim. The simple, rigid profile facilitates precise alignment of the visual axis and instruments during microscopic or handheld examinations.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Ear speculum (Zoellner pattern, B/F Fig.6)
- Working aperture: 10.5 x 11.5 mm
- Tip: Funnel-shaped otologic tip for canal visualization and access
- Common uses: Aural inspection, cerumen removal, foreign body extraction, microscope-assisted procedures
- Construction: Reusable stainless steel
Material & Construction
Constructed from corrosion-resistant stainless steel with a refined finish for smooth insertion and ease of cleaning. The rigid metal construction preserves tip geometry during repeated use and sterilization cycles. Designed for repeated reprocessing and clinical durability consistent with reusable otologic 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