Description
Sklar Econo Sterile Littauer Suture Scissors is a scissors from Sklar Instruments, 5-1/2 in long, straight, Econo Sterile Floor Grade. It is supplied sterile and ready to use, so procedure setups stay on schedule without a reprocessing step. Sklar lists it for general surgery and ob/gyn (obstetrics & gynecology) work.
- Measured Profile – 5-1/2 in overall length (140 mm) gives the littauer suture scissors its working reach.
- Tip Configuration – A blunt/blunt (b/b) with one suture hook tip shapes how the instrument engages tissue.
- Working Edge – The smooth edge is the working surface the clinician relies on.
- Handle Design – A finger rings handle supports a controlled, repeatable grip.
- Sterile Supply – Sterile as supplied, so it can be opened straight onto the field.
Inside the Littauer Suture Scissors
The littauer suture scissors sits in Sklar's stitch scissors line, in the Econo Sterile Floor Grade range. This instrument is a ready-to-use, sterile, disposable, floor-grade instrument used for suture removal. These scissors have a small hook shaped tip on one blade that slides under sutures to slightly lift them before cutting for removal. It is made of stainless steel. Because it is sterile and disposable, it goes from the package to the field and is discarded after the case, which keeps turnover simple.
Features and Benefits
Design
- Overall Length – 5-1/2 in (140 mm) of reach for the working site.
- Tip – A blunt/blunt (b/b) with one suture hook tip for precise engagement.
- Edge – The smooth edge delivers the working action the procedure needs.
- Profile – A straight profile follows the approach angle of the case.
Handling and Build
- Grip – A finger rings handle gives the clinician a controlled hold.
- Material – Stainless steel construction stands up to the demands of the procedure schedule.
- Grade – Econo Sterile Floor Grade positioning in the Sklar line, so buyers can match the instrument tier to the setting.
Supply and Use
- Sterility – Supplied sterile and ready for the sterile field.
- Single Use – Disposable after one use, which removes reprocessing from the turnover.
- Latex – Not made with natural rubber latex.
Product Specifications
Instrument Details
- Instrument Family: Stitch scissors
- Pattern Name: Littauer
- Length: 5-1/2 in (140 mm)
- Tip Configuration: Blunt/blunt (b/b) with one suture hook
- Working Edge: Smooth
- Curvature: Straight
- Handle Style: Finger rings
- Material: Stainless steel
- Grade: Econo Sterile Floor Grade
- Sterility: Sterile
- Reusability: Disposable
- Latex: Not made with natural rubber latex
Supply Details
- Packaging: 50 per case (50/cs)
- Manufacturer Pack Detail: 50 items/case
- Item Number: 96-2512
Warranty
- Warranty: Covered by Sklar's guarantee against manufacturing defects when the instrument is used for its intended surgical purpose.
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Why Choose the Sklar Econo Sterile Littauer Suture Scissors
Sklar guarantees its instruments against manufacturing defects, and every instrument is examined at the factory before it ships. For single-use supply, that factory check is the difference between a sterile pack that performs and one that does not.
- Controlled Handling – The finger rings handle keeps the instrument steady, which supports precise work and less hand fatigue.
- Confident Grip on Tissue – The blunt/blunt (b/b) with one suture hook working end engages tissue deliberately, so the clinician is not fighting slippage mid-case.
- Faster Turnover – Sterile, single-use supply removes cleaning and sterilization from the turnaround between cases.
- Factory Inspected – Sklar checks every instrument at the factory before it ships, a quality step built for sterile single-use supply.
- Listed for the Work – Sklar lists this item for general surgery work, so it is specified for the service that orders it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the littauer suture scissors sterile?
Yes. The littauer suture scissors is supplied sterile, so it can go directly into the sterile field when the case is set up. It is sold 50 per case. This configuration measures 5-1/2 in overall.
Is the littauer suture scissors reusable or single-use?
The littauer suture scissors is a single-use, disposable item. It is discarded after the case, which removes reprocessing from the turnover. It sits in the Econo Sterile Floor Grade tier of the Sklar line.
What is the littauer suture scissors made of?
The littauer suture scissors is made of stainless steel. It is not made with natural rubber latex.
What size is the littauer suture scissors?
The littauer suture scissors measures 5-1/2 in (140 mm) in overall length. Its working end carries a blunt/blunt (b/b) with one suture hook configuration.
What warranty covers the littauer suture scissors?
Sklar guarantees the instrument against manufacturing defects when it is used for its intended surgical purpose. The guarantee is Sklar's factory commitment behind every instrument it ships.
Where is the littauer suture scissors used?
Sklar lists the littauer suture scissors for general surgery, ob/gyn (obstetrics & gynecology), physician, veterinary (animal health). It belongs to the stitch scissors line in the Sklar catalog.
