Wire Extraction Pliers/Forceps – Tungsten Carbide

5-1/2" (14.0 cm) Blunt Jaw Pliers can be used in a variety of surgical procedures that require the insertion and manipulation of wires. This instrument features slightly rounded handles which makes it easy to hold and operate manually and is a traditionally utility poliers with adjustable jaws. The blunt jaws prevent breakage and splintering of the wire and allows for increased pressure to reshape it to the appropriate shape. Wires can be used to approximate fractures or can be inserted through skin and bone to provide traction on the bone.

serrated jaws, 7" (17.8 cm), 3.0 mm tip Flat Nose K-Wire Pliers are instruments ideally suited for use with surgical K-wire. This wire can be used for temporary fixation in some procedures thus giving support through the healing process and then can be removed. Additionally K-wire can be used in permanent fixation and can also be passed through the skin and bone to provide direct traction to the bone itself. In all of this surgical scenarios this instrument will be of optimal function in manipulation and handling of the wire and features serrated jaws which gives added hold and grip to prevent slipping. This instrument is available with or without a grooved jaw.

for drill-wires of 2.5 - 4.0 mm, replaceable tungsten carbide blades & replaceable rubber jaws, 11" (27.9 cm) Hercules-Type Wire Cutter is a highly reliable instrument made for use in a variety of surgical procedures that require wire and thus cutting of wire. This wire cutter is specifically designed for use with drill-wires at a maximum ranging from 2.5 – 4.0 mm. This instrument features replaceable tungsten carbide blades which are inherently more durable than stainless steel and have an extended service-life. It also features replaceable rubber jaws making it highly versatile and customizable to accommodate a vast array of surgical scenarios. This instrument is available in either a standard design or left-handed.

tungsten carbide inserts, heavy pattern, 6.0 mm jaws, 7-3/4" (19.5 cm) Berry Sternal Needle Holder & Wire Twister is a highly versatile instrument that is useful in a vast array of surgical settings. Not only does it serve as a needle holder to aid in suturing during and at the close of surgery but it has other uses as well. The same ability to grip that makes it ideal for use in needle manipulation also makes it ideally suited for twisting wire. Many procedures require the placement of a wire to hold something together or to give some temporary stability while the body heals.