Surgical Blades — Stainless Steel
Surgical scalpel blades follow the Bard-Parker (BP) numbering system, where each number corresponds to a specific blade shape and cutting application rather than just a size. Matching blade number to procedure — and blade number to the correct handle size — is the main decision point when stocking or ordering.
What's in This Collection
Size 15 and 15C are fine, curved blades used for small, precise incisions — the 15C is a narrower variant of the standard 15, suited to more delicate work. Size 11 is a pointed, straight-edged blade used for stab incisions and puncture-style cuts rather than a drawn cutting stroke. Size 12 and 12B use a hooked blade shape, commonly used for suture removal and cutting in tight, curved spaces. Size 20 and 23 are larger blades suited to bigger incisions and general or large-animal surgical work, where more cutting length and blade strength are needed than the smaller precision sizes offer.
All blades ship in a box of 100, individually sealed in foil peel packs, keeping each blade sterile until opened rather than exposing the full box at once.
Choosing the Right Blade and Handle
Blade number should match the procedure first: 15/15C for fine, controlled work; 11 for puncture or stab incisions; 12/12B for suture removal or hooking through tissue; 20/23 for larger incisions. Handle size matters just as much — smaller blades (10, 11, 12, 15, and their variants) fit a No. 3 handle, while larger blades (20 and up) require a No. 4 handle. Using the wrong handle size for a blade either won't seat correctly or won't give proper control.
Related Instruments
Pair these blades with Scalpel Handles sized to match. For fine microsurgical work beyond what a standard blade offers, see Micro Surgical Instruments. Browse the full Veterinary Instruments catalog for the complete surgical range.
Ordering
Peak Surgicals manufactures and supplies surgical blades in bulk for clinics and distributors worldwide, with international shipping — contact our team for wholesale pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between a size 15 and 15C blade?
Both are fine, curved blades for precise incisions; the 15C is a narrower version of the standard 15, suited to smaller or more delicate cuts.
What is a size 11 blade used for?
A size 11 blade has a pointed tip and straight edge, designed for stab or puncture-style incisions rather than a drawn cutting motion.
Does this collection include Beaver blades?
No, despite an outdated meta description suggesting otherwise — this range covers standard BP (Bard-Parker) numbered blades (11, 12B, 15, 15C, 20, 23), not the separate Beaver blade system.
What handle do I need for a size 20 blade?
Larger blades like size 20 and 23 require a No. 4 scalpel handle, while smaller blades (10, 11, 12, 15) fit a No. 3 handle.
Are these blades individually sterile?
Yes, each blade is individually sealed in a foil peel pack within the box of 100, keeping unused blades sterile until opened.
