Description
Sklar Derf Needle Holder is a needle holder from Sklar Instruments, 4-3/4 in long, straight, Sklar OR Grade. It is built for repeated use and is supplied non-sterile, ready for the facility's standard instrument processing before the first case. Sklar lists it for cardiovascular and dental & orthodontic work.
- Measured Profile – 4-3/4 in overall length (121 mm) gives the derf needle holder its working reach.
- Working Edge – The cross-serrated with groove edge is the working surface the clinician relies on.
- Handle Design – A finger rings with ratchet handle supports a controlled, repeatable grip.
- Reusable Build – Made for repeated use across cases, with processing between them.
- Department Packaging – Packaged 1 each, which lets departments order the derf needle holder in the quantity they actually consume.
Inside the Derf Needle Holder
The derf needle holder sits in Sklar's needle holders line, in the Sklar OR Grade range. This instrument features short jaws and delicate serrations that hold small needles and commonly 5-0 and 6-0 sutures. Frequently utilized in ophthalmic, dental, or plastic procedures, the shorter length allows the Derf Needle Holder to be easily controlled in smaller surgical areas. It is made of stainless steel. As a reusable instrument, it returns to service after cleaning and sterilization between cases.
Features and Benefits
Design
- Overall Length – 4-3/4 in (121 mm) of reach for the working site.
- Edge – The cross-serrated with groove edge delivers the working action the procedure needs.
- Profile – A straight profile follows the approach angle of the case.
Handling and Build
- Grip – The finger rings with ratchet handle keeps the instrument steady in the clinician's hand.
- Material – The stainless steel build is made for daily clinical service.
- Grade – Built to the Sklar OR Grade tier, the level Sklar specifies for this line.
Supply and Use
- Supplied State – Ships non-sterile and is processed by the facility before its first case.
- Service Life – Returns to service after each cleaning and sterilization cycle.
- Latex – Not made with natural rubber latex.
Product Specifications
Instrument Details
- Instrument Type: Needle holders
- Pattern Name: Derf
- Length: 4-3/4 in (121 mm)
- Working Edge: Cross-serrated with groove
- Curvature: Straight
- Handle Style: Finger rings with ratchet
- Material: Stainless steel
- Grade: Sklar OR Grade
- Sterility: Non-sterile
- Reusability: Reusable
- Latex: Not made with natural rubber latex
- TAA Compliance: TAA compliant
Supply Details
- Packaging: 1 each (ea)
- Item Number: 20-1547
Warranty
- Warranty: Guaranteed for life against manufacturing defects when used for its intended surgical purpose. Sklar will repair or replace the instrument without charge at its discretion.
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Why Choose the Sklar Derf Needle Holder
Sklar backs its reusable instruments with a lifetime guarantee against manufacturing defects, and every instrument is examined at the factory before it ships. That combination of inspection and coverage is why operating rooms keep Sklar instruments in their core sets.
- Controlled Handling – The finger rings with ratchet handle keeps the instrument steady, which supports precise work and less hand fatigue.
- Long Service Life – One purchase serves case after case, which lowers the cost of every procedure it supports.
- Lifetime Guarantee – Coverage for life against manufacturing defects is a differentiator few instrument lines match.
- TAA Compliant – TAA compliance keeps the item eligible for the institutional and government buyers who require it.
- Listed for the Work – Sklar lists this item for cardiovascular work, so it is specified for the service that orders it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the derf needle holder sterile?
No. The derf needle holder is supplied non-sterile, so it goes through the facility's standard instrument processing before it is used. It is sold 1 each. This configuration measures 4-3/4 in overall.
Is the derf needle holder reusable or single-use?
The derf needle holder is a reusable instrument. It returns to service after cleaning and sterilization between cases. It sits in the Sklar OR Grade tier of the Sklar line.
What is the derf needle holder made of?
The derf needle holder is made of stainless steel. It is not made with natural rubber latex.
What size is the derf needle holder?
The derf needle holder measures 4-3/4 in (121 mm) in overall length. That length is the full instrument, handle to tip.
What warranty covers the derf needle holder?
Coverage runs for the life of the instrument against manufacturing defects, provided it is used for its intended surgical purpose. Sklar's remedy under the guarantee is repair or replacement without charge, at Sklar's discretion.
Where is the derf needle holder used?
Sklar lists the derf needle holder for cardiovascular, dental & orthodontic, dermatology, general surgery, ob/gyn (obstetrics & gynecology), physician, podiatry, veterinary (animal health). It sits in the needle holders family of the Sklar catalog.
