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Sapphire Scalpel Blades
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$127.00
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Prices valid in USA, Canada, and PR only.
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Price range: $127 - $172
Prices valid in USA, Canada, and PR only.
Sapphire Blades are a precise and durable solution for use in microsurgery, dissection, and related applications. Sapphire blades are created using a chemical process which forms an artificial sapphire. The sapphire has a hardness value of 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, slightly below the hardest mineral on earth, the diamond. This characteristic provides supreme durability and sharpness to the blade. The sapphire blade's ultra sharp edge creates fine and precise cuts that prevent tissue damage and promote faster healing with less scarring. The sapphire knife's ergonomic grip offers an easier grasp and is designed to be used with WPI's blades. The blade's chemical composition provides a durable edge that lasts longer than steel surgical instruments, saving costs for your practice. The blade's sharp point and transparent finish allows greater precision in hair restoration, ophthalmic microsurgery, or cosmetic procedures. Sapphire blades may be sterilized using any currently known procedure. The blades are corrosion free and resistant to saline solution.
Prices valid in USA, Canada, and PR only.
Features
- Sapphire blades for surgical applications
- 0.20 mm Thick
- Variety of shapes
- Handle 501811, 500317 sold separately
Options
Order code | Tip Size & Shape |
504072 | Double Edge Lancet, 0.75 mm Wide, Angled 60° |
504073 | Single Edge Lancet, 1 mm Wide, Angled 45° |
504074 | 0.25 mm Thick, 1.50 mm Wide, Round/Sharp |
504075 | 0.20mm Thick, 2.80 mm Wide, 60° Angled, Elbow Double Lancet |
504076 | Double Edge Lancet, 0.50 mm Wide, Straight |
504077 | Double Edge Lancet, 1.00 mm Wide, Straight |
504168 | 0.20 mm Thick, 2.80 mm Wide, 60° Angled, Elbow Double Lancet |
Handle | Blade |
501811 | 504074, 504075, 504168 |
500317 | 504072, 504073, 504076, 504077 |
501812 501763 |
Cleaning
Manual Cleaning
- Use a syringe with distilled water to flush the instrument of blood and body fluids.
- Dip the blade and handle into a weak alkaline cleaning solution and let it sit for 60 minutes at a temperature of +22°C (+72°F ).
- The handle of a knife may be cleaned with a soft brush.
- Flush the instrument with tap water for 30 seconds. Then, rinse with distilled water for other 30 seconds. The blade should be pointed down for flushing.
Ultrasonic Cleaning
Using a sterilizing case with silicon inserts or mats to reduce vibration and protect the blade.
- Fill the ultrasonic cleaner with warm distilled water (+70°C (+152°F)).
- Immerse the blade and handle in the water.
- A 2 to 3 min washing cycle should be enough to clean knife.
- Rinse the instrument with distilled water.
Suggested Sterilization Methods
We recommend sterilizing the knives in trays with silicone inserts or silicone mats. This will prevent movement and avoid damaging the blade.
Sterilization Method | Type of Sterilization | Temperature | Exposure Time |
Steam | Gravity Displacement | +132ºC (+270ºF) | 4 min |
Flash Process | Gravity Displacement | +132ºC (+270ºF) | 4 min |
Autoclave | Gravity Displacement | +132ºC (+270ºF) | 4 min |
These sterilization cycles represent the industry standards and should be capable of producing a sterile device.
NOTE: Ethylene oxide (ETO) sterilization is recommended for items that are heat or moisture sensitive, and is best suited for expensive medical equipment. ETO takes longer, between 3.5–16 hours to ensure sterilization. If time is not an factor, then ETO is an excellent sterilization method. Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for your instruments.
SKU | VAR-504074 |
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