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SKU:PS-P-00027
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Scalpel Blade Remover Serrated 14.8cm (5.8") is a reusable stainless steel surgical instrument designed for controlled removal of detachable scalpel blades from compatible reusable scalpel handles. The instrument combines serrated gripping jaws, ring handles, and a manually operated pivot to help the user grasp and disengage a used blade without relying on direct finger contact with the cutting edge.
With an overall length of 14.8 cm, the remover provides working distance between the operator's hand and the blade while maintaining direct manual control at the jaws. It is suitable for professional surgical, pathology, post mortem, laboratory, dental, and other clinical environments where reusable scalpel handles and detachable blades are routinely managed.
The working end of the instrument features serrated jaws designed to engage the flat surface or spine area of a scalpel blade during removal. The textured jaw profile provides additional contact compared with smooth forceps and helps maintain controlled engagement while the blade is being disengaged from the handle.
The jaws should be positioned carefully on the blade according to the scalpel handle and blade configuration. Blade removal should always follow the healthcare facility's sharps-handling protocol and the instructions supplied with the selected blade and handle system.
The Scalpel Blade Remover measures 14.8 cm, equivalent to approximately 5.8 inches. This length provides a compact hand instrument with enough working distance to keep the operator's fingers away from the immediate blade-mounting area during removal.
The size is suitable for inclusion in surgical, pathology, post mortem, and instrument-processing sets where a dedicated mechanical blade-removal instrument is required.
The instrument uses conventional ring handles that provide controlled opening and closing of the serrated jaws. Movement from the handles is transmitted through the pivot to the working end, allowing the user to grip the blade and apply the controlled movement required to disengage it from the scalpel handle.
The ring-handle configuration provides familiar handling for professionals accustomed to surgical clamps, scissors, and forceps while keeping the user's fingers separated from the blade itself.
Reusable scalpel handles commonly use detachable surgical blades that must be removed after a procedure before the handle is cleaned and reprocessed. A dedicated scalpel blade remover provides a mechanical method of handling the blade during this step.
The instrument is intended for blade removal rather than cutting tissue or functioning as a general grasping forceps. Compatibility should be confirmed with the selected scalpel handle and blade system before use.
Scalpel blade removers are used with reusable scalpel handles that accept detachable blades. Surgical catalogs list blade-removal instruments for use with common handle styles, but exact fitment can vary between manufacturers and blade systems.
For this reason, the user should confirm compatibility with the specific handle and blade combination used within the facility rather than assuming universal compatibility with every blade pattern.
Used surgical blades are sharp contaminated items and should be handled according to the facility's sharps-management procedures. A blade remover can support controlled handling by allowing the user to grip the blade mechanically rather than manipulating the cutting edge directly with the fingers.
After removal, the used blade should be transferred immediately to an approved sharps-disposal container according to institutional policy. The reusable scalpel handle can then proceed through its validated cleaning and reprocessing workflow.
Within pathology and post mortem environments, reusable scalpel handles may be used extensively during gross dissection and anatomical examination. The Scalpel Blade Remover Serrated can be included in a post mortem instrument set to assist with controlled blade removal after dissection tasks.
Its dedicated function helps separate blade handling from the use of general surgical forceps or needle holders and provides a specific tool for this stage of the instrument workflow.
The remover may also be used in operating rooms, outpatient surgical environments, dental surgical settings, training laboratories, and other professional facilities where detachable scalpel blades are fitted to reusable handles.
The instrument is not intended to replace institutional sharps-safety protocols. It should be used as part of the facility's established procedure for blade removal, disposal, instrument cleaning, and sterilization.
The Scalpel Blade Remover is manufactured from stainless steel for reusable professional instrument use. Stainless steel provides the structural rigidity required for the serrated jaws, pivot, and ring handles while supporting routine cleaning and reprocessing.
Before each use, the instrument should be inspected for jaw alignment, serration condition, pivot movement, handle integrity, corrosion, and other visible defects that may affect controlled blade gripping.
Peak Surgicals lists this Scalpel Blade Remover as reusable and autoclavable. Following use, the instrument should be cleaned according to the healthcare facility's validated reusable-instrument procedure before sterilization.
The serrated jaws and pivot area should receive particular attention during cleaning because biological material and debris can collect within textured surfaces and joints. The instrument should be thoroughly dried and inspected before sterilization and storage.
| Product Name | Scalpel Blade Remover Serrated |
|---|---|
| Instrument Type | Reusable Scalpel Blade Removal Instrument |
| Overall Length | 14.8 cm (5.8 in) |
| Jaw Type | Serrated |
| Handle Design | Ring Handles |
| Operation | Manual |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Primary Function | Removal of Detachable Surgical Blades from Compatible Scalpel Handles |
| Applications | Surgery, Pathology, Post Mortem, Dental and Laboratory Instrument Handling |
| Reusable | Yes |
| Reprocessing | Autoclavable |
| SKU | PS-P-00027 |
Before using the blade remover, open and close the ring handles to confirm smooth pivot movement and proper opposition of the serrated jaws. Check the gripping surfaces for wear, deformation, contamination, or damage that could interfere with controlled blade engagement.
An instrument with loose joints, damaged serrations, corrosion, or abnormal resistance should be removed from service and assessed according to the facility's instrument-maintenance procedures.
After use, visible contamination should be removed promptly. The jaws should be opened during cleaning where appropriate so that the serrations and internal working surfaces can be accessed effectively.
Following cleaning, inspect the serrated jaws, pivot, ring handles, and stainless steel surfaces. Sterilization, drying, and storage should follow the validated procedures applicable to reusable surgical instruments within the facility.
What is a serrated scalpel blade remover used for?
It is designed to mechanically grip and remove detachable surgical blades from compatible reusable scalpel handles.
What is the length of this instrument?
The overall length is 14.8 cm, equivalent to approximately 5.8 inches.
Why are the jaws serrated?
The serrated working surfaces provide additional contact with the blade during controlled gripping and removal.
Can it be used with every scalpel blade?
Compatibility can vary according to the blade and handle manufacturer. The selected blade and handle system should be checked before use.
Is this instrument reusable?
Yes. Peak Surgicals lists the blade remover as reusable and autoclavable.
Can it be used in post mortem procedures?
Yes. It can be included in pathology and post mortem instrument workflows where reusable scalpel handles and detachable blades are used.
Should the blade be removed with bare fingers?
Used blades should be handled according to the facility's established sharps-safety procedure. A dedicated blade remover provides a mechanical method for gripping the blade during removal.
What is the SKU?
The Peak Surgicals SKU is PS-P-00027.
