Scissors
Scissors
Hand-held instruments designed to cut thin materials, such as paper and cloth, consisting of two blades laid one on top of the other; products may be intended for use in specific applications such as cutting tissue or bone, dissections, etc.
Scissors are used in the laboratory to cut various materials. Some are for general use and others are designed specifically for tissue dissection or surgery.
Scissors are hand-operated tools that consist of a pair of metal blades with handles. The blades pivot to bring the sharpened edges in contact with each other, an action that cuts the material placed between the blades.
Scissors are selected based on specific features:
- Size or length: Blade length is key, as is the overall length of the scissors
- Shank-to-blade ratio: The length of the handles compared to the length of the cutting blade; the ratio helps determine the force needed to product a cut
- Type of handles: Straight, offset
- Material: Stainless steel is typically used for surgical scissors; some surgical scissors also have tungsten carbide cutting surfaces for hardness and durability
- Tips: Blade ends may be pointed, semi-blunt, or blunt (rounded)
- Blade shape: Straight, curved, or angled (bent); curved or angled blades may provide better access to areas with limited space
Fisherbrand™ Delicate Dissecting Scissors
Use these scissors for a variety of applications. Fisherbrand™ Delicate Dissecting Scissors are forged from surgical-grade stainless steel.
Fisherbrand™ Sharp-Pointed Dissecting Scissors
Use these scissors for a variety of fine dissection. Perfect for educational, scientific or healthcare application. Fisherbrand™ Sharp-Pointed Dissecting Scissors are finely finished, and highly polished. Made from forged from surgical-grade stainless steel. Available in multiple styles.
Fisherbrand™ Standard Dissecting Scissors
Use these scissors for a variety of applications. Fisherbrand™ Standard Dissecting Scissors are forged from surgical-grade stainless steel. Available in multiple styles.
Epredia™ Shandon™ Straight Blunt/Sharp Dissecting Scissors, premium, 6.5 in. (16.5cm)
Epredia™ Shandon Straight Blunt/Sharp Dissecting Scissors are available in Premium and Standard grades.
Fisherbrand™ High Precision Stainless-Steel Scissors
Precision made for general use.
Integra™ Miltex™ MeisterHand™ Operating Scissors
For general utility applications
Fisherbrand™ Blunt-Tipped Scissors
Replacement Scissors for use with Fisherbrand Dissection Kit.
Fisherbrand™ Heavy-Duty Short-Blade Scissors
Fisherbrand Heavy-Duty Short-Blade Scissors have reinforced clip-point for cutting heavy fabric and paper
Eisco™ Stainless Steel Dissecting Scissors, Fine Point
Dissecting Scissors made from high quality, durable stainless steel and ideal for use with delicate work.
Mopec™ Premium Mayo Straight Dissection Scissors
Slightly blunt tips assure controlled, precise, and safe post-mortem dissection with minimal damage to surrounding tissue.
Mopec™ Fine Vannas Scissors
Fine Vannas Scissors are designed to maximize visibility and have a long taper ideal for precise cuts.
Integra™ Miltex™ Lightweight Operating Scissors
Delicate pattern designed for pediatric, vascular and other delicate procedures
Fisherbrand™ Straight-Blade Operating Scissors
Use these scissors for a variety of applications. Fisherbrand™ Straight-Blade Operating Scissors are forged from surgical-grade stainless steel.
Eisco™ Stainless Steel Dissecting Scissors, Blunt End
Dissecting Scissors made from stainless steel with a blunt end and closed shanks.
Surgical Design™ Premier Mayo Dissecting Scissors
Surgical Design™ Premier Mayo Dissecting Scissors are used to cut dense and deep tissue as well as cut materials such as cotton, guaze, needles, sutures and more.