Orthopaedic Wire Cutter

Orthopaedic Wire Cutteris a surgical tool with Tungsten Carbide (TC) or stainless steel jaws designed to cut cerclage wires and orthopedic pins used in bone fracture repairs and other orthopedic procedures. They are available in a variety of sizes, ranging from under 5 inches to over 22 inches, with different jaw designs (e.g., flush-cut, angled, serrated) and cutting capacities to handle various wire thicknesses and access difficult areas.
Description
Purpose
: To cleanly cut wires and pins, such as cerclage wires and K-wires, that are used to stabilize bone fractures and other orthopedic conditions.
Materials
: Made from durable, corrosion-resistant German-grade stainless steel.
Jaws
: The cutting edges are typically made with Tungsten Carbide (TC) inserts for increased hardness and effective cutting action.
Mechanism
: Many models feature a double-action mechanism, providing increased leverage to reduce hand fatigue for surgeons and improve cutting precision.
Ergonomics
: They are designed with ergonomic handles for a secure grip during surgical procedures.
Variations
:
Flush-Cut: For cutting wires very close to the bone surface.
Angled: For reaching difficult or hard-to-access areas within the surgical site.
Cannulated: Specifically designed to cut pins while allowing a guidewire or cable to pass through the tool.
Cerclage Wire Cutters: Often have short, precise blades and may have serrations.
Sizes
Orthopedic wire cutters come in a wide range of sizes, with overall lengths and maximum cutting capacities varying to suit different surgical needs.
Length
: From approximately 4 3/4 inches for small wire cutting scissors to over 22 inches for large pin cutters.
Capacity
: The maximum wire or pin thickness they can cut varies:
Smaller cutters may handle wires up to 1/16 inch (1.6mm).
Larger cutters, such as the 15-inch double-action model, can cut wires up to 4.8mm.