Double Spring Rib Shear Stainless Steel Surgical Rib Cutter

Double Spring Rib Shear – Stainless Steel Surgical Rib Cutter

The Double Spring Rib Shear is a professional surgical cutting instrument designed for controlled cutting of ribs during thoracic, orthopedic, trauma, and other procedures where access through or removal of rib bone is required. Its robust cutting blades and double spring mechanism provide smooth handle movement and responsive control during use.

Available in 20 cm (8") and 23 cm (9") sizes, this reusable surgical rib cutter allows healthcare professionals and surgical facilities to select the instrument length that best suits their procedural requirements. The stainless steel construction provides the strength and durability required for professional surgical instrument sets.

Key Features

• Double spring mechanism for smooth and responsive handle action
• Designed for controlled rib and bone cutting
• Available in 20 cm (8") and 23 cm (9") lengths
• Strong surgical cutting blades for professional use
• Ergonomic handle design supports controlled gripping
• Spring-assisted opening helps facilitate repeated cutting movements
• Durable stainless steel construction
• Suitable for thoracic, orthopedic, trauma, and general surgical instrument sets
• Reusable surgical instrument for professional healthcare environments

Available Sizes & Specifications

Product Specifications

• Product Name: Double Spring Rib Shear
• Instrument Type: Surgical Rib Shear / Rib Cutter
• Available Lengths: 20 cm (8") and 23 cm (9")
• Mechanism: Double Spring
• Material: Stainless Steel
• Handle Style: Spring Handle
• Function: Controlled rib and bone cutting
• Reusable: Yes, subject to applicable processing instructions
• Professional Use: Surgical and healthcare environments

Uses & Applications

The Double Spring Surgical Rib Shear is designed for procedures requiring controlled cutting or resection of rib bone. Its cutting jaws provide the mechanical leverage required for bone cutting, while the double spring system assists with reopening the handles between cutting movements.

• Thoracic surgical procedures
• Rib cutting and rib resection
• Thoracotomy-related instrument sets
• Cardiothoracic surgical procedures
• Trauma and emergency surgery
• Orthopedic bone-cutting applications
• Hospital operating-room surgical trays

Double Spring Mechanism

A key feature of this instrument is its double spring handle mechanism. The spring-assisted design helps return the handles toward the open position after compression, supporting controlled repetitive movement and convenient instrument handling during procedures.

Strong Rib-Cutting Blades

The Rib Shear features substantial cutting blades designed to engage rib bone during controlled surgical cutting. The blade and handle arrangement provides leverage while allowing the surgeon to maintain control of the cutting action.

Choose Between 20 cm and 23 cm

Both versions provide the same Double Spring Rib Shear design with different overall lengths:

• 20 cm (8") – SM11-0824-20: Compact size for professionals who prefer a shorter instrument and close handling.
• 23 cm (9") – SM11-0824-23: Longer configuration providing additional reach and leverage where required.

Select the required size from the product options before adding the instrument to your cart.

Stainless Steel Surgical Construction

Manufactured from stainless steel, the Double Spring Rib Shear is designed for strength, durability, and professional surgical use. Its metal construction is suitable for healthcare facilities that maintain established reusable-instrument cleaning, inspection, sterilization, and storage procedures.

Why Choose a Double Spring Rib Shear?

• Purpose-designed for rib and bone cutting
• Double spring action supports smooth handle return
• Two practical sizes available in one listing
• Strong blade and handle construction
• Comfortable spring-handle operation
• Suitable for thoracic and orthopedic surgical inventories
• Reusable stainless steel construction

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Professional Use: This instrument is intended for use by appropriately trained healthcare professionals. Instrument selection, use, cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, inspection, and storage should follow applicable product instructions and healthcare facility protocols.