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K-Wire Plate Bender

K-Wire Plate Bender

SKU:PS-Or_0018

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The K-Wire Plate Bender is a specialized orthopedic surgical instrument designed for controlled bending, shaping, and contouring of fixation plates. Its compact working end, serrated jaws, and leverage handles provide a dedicated configuration for adjusting orthopedic plates during fracture fixation and reconstructive procedures.

The current Peak Surgicals model is identified as SKU PS-Or_0018. It is manufactured from surgical stainless steel and is intended for reusable professional use in orthopedic operating rooms, trauma surgery, and small-bone fixation procedures.

Designed for Orthopedic Plate Contouring

The primary function of the K-Wire Plate Bender is controlled contouring of orthopedic fixation plates. During fracture management, a plate may require adjustment to follow the anatomical profile of the bone before final fixation.

The instrument allows the surgeon to manually bend and shape a compatible plate according to the requirements of the fixation procedure. Plate selection, bending limits, and final contour should remain consistent with the implant system and surgical technique being used.

Small Serrated Jaws

The current Peak Surgicals description identifies small serrated jaws as a defining feature of the instrument. The serrated working surfaces provide a dedicated gripping area for engaging a plate while controlled bending force is applied.

Before use, the jaws should be inspected for alignment, wear, deformation, or damage that could interfere with appropriate plate engagement.

Compact Working-End Configuration

The product description emphasizes the instrument's compact size, making it relevant to orthopedic procedures where plate contouring must be performed within a relatively confined working area.

This configuration is particularly relevant to small-bone fixation and hand or foot procedures referenced on the current Peak Surgicals page.

Ergonomic Handles for Controlled Leverage

The K-Wire Plate Bender features ergonomically designed handles that provide the primary gripping surface and mechanical leverage during plate adjustment.

The handles transfer manual force to the serrated jaws while allowing the surgeon to control the direction and amount of plate contouring. The current product page does not specify exact handle length or mechanical leverage ratio.

Fracture Fixation Application

Peak Surgicals specifically references fracture fixation procedures as a primary application for the K-Wire Plate Bender. The instrument can be used when an orthopedic plate requires controlled adjustment before or during fixation.

The amount of bending should depend on the implant design, bone anatomy, and instructions applicable to the selected fixation system.

Trauma Surgery Use

The current product listing also identifies trauma surgery as an application. Orthopedic trauma procedures may require plate contouring where a fixation plate needs to match the shape of the bone being treated.

The current page does not state compatibility with a particular plate system, manufacturer, thickness, or implant material.

Hand and Foot Reconstructive Procedures

Peak Surgicals additionally references small-bone procedures and reconstructive surgery of the hand and foot. The compact serrated-jaw configuration provides an instrument option for contouring smaller fixation plates used within these surgical settings.

Compatibility with a particular mini-fragment or small-fragment implant system should be confirmed before use.

Surgical Stainless Steel Construction

The current product description specifies surgical stainless steel construction. The rigid metallic structure provides the mechanical strength required for a reusable manually operated plate-bending instrument.

The exact stainless-steel alloy grade is not stated on the current Peak Surgicals page. Hospitals, orthopedic departments, distributors, and procurement teams requiring a particular material specification should confirm that information before ordering.

Reusable Orthopedic Instrument

The current Peak Surgicals description positions the K-Wire Plate Bender for repeated clinical use and references routine cleaning and sterilization after procedures.

Particular attention should be given to the serrated jaws and articulated areas during cleaning. Before reuse, inspect the instrument for retained debris, jaw misalignment, deformation, restricted movement, corrosion, or other visible mechanical damage.

Selectable Size Options

The live Peak Surgicals storefront includes a Size selector for the K-Wire Plate Bender, indicating that selectable configurations are available.

The exact size values are not exposed in the currently accessible product information. Buyers requiring a particular instrument length, jaw size, or plate compatibility should therefore confirm the selected configuration before ordering.

Product Specifications

Product Name K-Wire Plate Bender
SKU PS-Or_0018
Instrument Type Orthopedic Plate Bender
Material Surgical Stainless Steel
Jaw Design Small Serrated Jaws
Handle Design Ergonomic Handles for Controlled Leverage
Primary Function Bending, Shaping and Contouring Orthopedic Fixation Plates
Referenced Applications Fracture Fixation, Trauma Surgery, Small-Bone Orthopedics and Hand / Foot Reconstruction
Size Options Selectable – Exact Values Not Exposed on Current Page
Compatible Plate Thickness Not Specified on Current Product Page
Jaw Dimensions Not Specified on Current Product Page

For Orthopedic Hospitals and Instrument Procurement

The K-Wire Plate Bender is relevant for orthopedic trauma departments, hospitals, hand and foot surgery services, operating rooms, surgical instrument distributors, and procurement teams sourcing reusable plate-contouring instruments.

For accurate purchasing and inventory identification, buyers can reference SKU PS-Or_0018, surgical stainless-steel construction, and the serrated-jaw plate-bending configuration. Buyers requiring exact overall length, jaw dimensions, compatible plate thickness, implant-material compatibility, or maximum bending capacity should confirm those specifications before ordering because they are not stated on the current Peak Surgicals page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a K-Wire Plate Bender used for?

It is designed for controlled bending, shaping, and contouring of orthopedic fixation plates during fracture and reconstructive procedures.

What is the SKU for this instrument?

The current Peak Surgicals SKU is PS-Or_0018.

What type of jaws does the plate bender have?

The current product description specifies small serrated jaws.

What material is the K-Wire Plate Bender made from?

The current Peak Surgicals description identifies surgical stainless steel. The exact alloy grade is not stated.

Can it be used in small-bone orthopedic procedures?

Yes. The current product page specifically references small-bone procedures and reconstructive surgery of the hand and foot.

What plate thickness can the instrument bend?

The current product page does not state a maximum plate thickness or specific implant-system compatibility. These details should be confirmed before use.