Medical Disposable Sterile Carbon Steel Surgical Scalpel Blades

Medical Disposable Sterile Carbon Steel Surgical Scalpel Blades

Applications:

General Surgery: Carbon steel blades are commonly used in procedures that require sharp, precise cuts, such as skin incisions or soft tissue dissection.

Orthopedic Surgery: Useful for making cuts in muscles or tissues in preparation for bone surgery.

Plastic Surgery: Carbon steel blades are favored for their ability to provide delicate, clean incisions for cosmetic procedures.

Podiatry and Dermatology: Often used for removal of skin lesions, biopsies, or excisions of skin growths.

Obstetrics: For cesarean sections, episiotomies, and other obstetric procedures that require precision.

Features:

1.Material:

Carbon Steel: Known for its sharpness and strength, carbon steel blades are often preferred for their ability to maintain a very fine edge compared to other materials. They can offer superior sharpness but are more prone to corrosion than stainless steel.

Coatings: Some blades may be coated to enhance performance and reduce friction, or to provide a rust-resistant layer to combat the material's natural susceptibility to corrosion.

2.Blade Sizes and Shapes:

Standard Blade Numbers: Like stainless steel blades, carbon steel blades come in a variety of sizes, including #10, #11, #12, and #15, each with specific shapes suited for different surgical procedures.

Curved, Straight, and Triangular: The blades can be curved for better maneuverability or straight for precise incisions.   Smaller blades like #11 are often used for punctures and dissection, while #15 is favored for more delicate, smaller incisions.

3.Handle Compatibility:

Carbon steel surgical blades often fit various disposable or reusable handles. Some blades come pre-attached to plastic handles for immediate use, while others can be mounted on standard handles.

4.Packaging:

Sterile Packaging: Disposable carbon steel blades are packaged individually in sterile wraps, ensuring no contamination before use.

Single-Use: As with most disposable blades, carbon steel versions are used once and then discarded after surgery.

Advantages:

1. Sharpness and Precision:

Carbon steel blades are extremely sharp and maintain a fine edge, which is ideal for precision cutting, especially in delicate surgeries.They often outperform stainless steel blades in terms of initial sharpness.

2. Hygiene and Safety:

Since they are disposable, there is no need to clean or sterilize the blade, reducing the risk of infection from reuse.Once the procedure is completed, the blade can be safely discarded.

3.Cost-Effective:

Carbon steel blades are often less expensive to produce compared to stainless steel, which can make them a more affordable option for hospitals or clinics, especially for single-use applications.

4.Reduced Risk of Contamination:

Disposable blades eliminate the risk of cross-contamination between patients, as they are not reused.

5.Strength:

The carbon steel construction gives the blade high strength, making it durable for various surgical applications, especially when a fine, strong edge is necessary.

Specifications:

Surgical Blade Size: