Clinical Application
Provides percutaneous skeletal stabilization and traction in trauma and orthopedic procedures. The sharp trocar tip is designed to penetrate soft tissue and cortical bone for placement as temporary fixation, skeletal traction pins, or as pin elements in external fixation constructs. Common uses include provisional fixation during fracture reduction, limb traction, and securing external fixator assemblies in extremity and pelvic applications.
Design & Configuration
The straight, solid shaft geometry delivers axial strength and resistance to bending under load, which is important for traction and stabilization. A smooth, polished shaft minimizes soft-tissue drag on insertion and removal. The trocar tip concentrates force on a small point to facilitate percutaneous entry through skin and cortex; this can reduce insertion time and soft-tissue disruption compared with blunter tips. Selection of appropriate diameter and length is important clinically to achieve the desired holding power and mechanical stability for the intended fixation application.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Steinmann pin with trocar tip
- Configuration: Straight, solid pin
- Tip pattern: Trocar (sharp, pointed)
- Typical uses: Skeletal traction, provisional fixation, external fixation pin
- Reusable: Yes
- Material: Surgical-grade stainless steel
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel with a polished finish to resist corrosion and facilitate sterilization. Solid construction provides predictable mechanical behavior under traction and bending loads. The design supports repeated sterilization cycles and reuse when reprocessed according to 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