Clinical Application
Designed for precision needle handling in procedures that require delicate suture control and fine tissue approximation. The short, fine jaws provide secure purchase on small needles and allow controlled passes in confined operative fields such as ophthalmic, ENT, plastic and microsurgery. The 12.5 cm overall length balances reach with tactile feedback, making it suitable for both superficial closures and deeper, delicate reconstructions where instrument bulk must be minimized.
Design & Configuration
The instrument uses a ring-handle design with a ratchet locking mechanism and a box-lock hinge to provide stable, repeatable clamping of the needle. The short, narrow jaws minimize needle wobble and increase tactile transmission to the surgeon’s hand, improving accuracy when placing fine sutures. The 12.5 cm length offers a compromise between control and access—long enough to reach slightly deeper operative sites while remaining maneuverable in tight anatomical corridors.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Needle holder
- Pattern: Collier
- Configuration: Ring handles with ratchet; box-lock hinge
- Length: 12.5 cm
- Tip / jaws: Fine, short jaws for delicate needle control
- Typical use: Ophthalmic, microsurgery, plastic/reconstructive, ENT
- Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability during repeated reprocessing. Precision-milled jaws and a secure box-lock provide consistent alignment and clamping force across use cycles. The instrument is intended for reuse and can be reprocessed according to facility sterilization 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