Veterinary Tungsten Carbide Needle Holders: Gillies, Mayo-Hegar, Olsen-Hegar and More
A secure grip on the needle makes every suture easier. This collection brings together tungsten carbide (TC) needle holders for small animal surgery in general, scissor-combination and microsurgical patterns. Prices start from $13.20, and every instrument ships from Sialkot with worldwide delivery. Gold rings on the handles are the usual mark of tungsten carbide jaw inserts.
General-Purpose TC Needle Holders
For everyday suturing, the Mayo Hegar Needle Holder Serrated Tungsten Carbide and the Halsey Needle Holder Tungsten Carbide are our most affordable patterns, at $13.20. The Gillies Needle Holder Tungsten Carbide and the TC Gillies Needle Holder Curved give a slimmer tip for finer work. The Derf Needle Holder Tungsten Carbide is another reliable choice. For deeper cavities, the Heaney Needle Holder Tungsten Carbide Curved 26cm adds reach with its curved jaws.
Needle Holders with Scissors
Olsen-Hegar patterns combine a needle holder with a suture-cutting blade, so you don't have to change instruments between suturing and cutting. Choose the TC Olsen Hegar from $15.40, the Olsen Hegar Needle Holder Curved from $17.60 or the Mathieu Olsen Hegar Needle Holder with TC insert jaws.
Fine and Microsurgical Needle Holders
Small patients and fine tissue call for a lighter tip. The Castroviejo Needle Holder is a microsurgical pattern with TC insert jaws, and the French Eye Ryder Needle Holder is an ophthalmic option. The Mathieu Needle Holder has TC serrated jaws for 5½–6¼ inch suturing, and the PI Needle Holders offer TC insert jaws in a different style. For more delicate options, see our veterinary micro surgical instruments and veterinary ophthalmic instruments.
Wire Twisting
The Wire Twister Tungsten Carbide Jaws 6" is also listed here for wire work. Please contact us for availability.
Build Your Veterinary Surgery Pack
Needle holders work best with the rest of the pack. Pair them with veterinary surgery scissors, Metzenbaum scissors and Mayo dissecting scissors. Add hemostatic forceps, atraumatic forceps, iris tissue forceps and dressing forceps. Complete the setup with scalpel handles, surgical blades, towel clamps and suction and aspiration. Dental teams can see our veterinary dental needle holders, and you can compare general needle holders and TC forceps.
Ordering
Orders over $99 ship free. Clinics and distributors can ask about volume or OEM options through our contact page or download the product catalogue. Browse all veterinary surgical instruments for more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose tungsten carbide needle holders?
TC insert jaws are made for a firm needle grip and lasting wear. Browse the Mayo Hegar and Gillies patterns.
What is an Olsen-Hegar needle holder?
It combines a needle holder with a suture-cutting blade in one instrument. See the TC Olsen Hegar.
What do the gold rings mean?
Gold-colored handle rings are the usual way to identify tungsten carbide inserts.
Which needle holder is best for fine tissue?
Slimmer patterns such as the Castroviejo and Gillies suit fine work.
What are your shipping, return and OEM terms?
Orders over $99 ship free. See the shipping policy, refund policy and Help & FAQs, or contact us for OEM requests.
