Description
Sklar Econo Sterile Nail Nipper, Concave Blades 4.5" is a surgical instrument from Sklar Instruments, 4-1/2 in long, concave, 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 podiatry work.
- Measured Profile – 4-1/2 in overall length (114 mm) gives the nail nipper, concave blades 4.5" its working reach.
- Tip Configuration – A sharp tip shapes how the instrument engages tissue.
- Working Edge – The working surface is a blade edge, shaped for its task.
- Handle Design – A pliers with spring handle supports a controlled, repeatable grip.
- Sterile Supply – Sterile as supplied, so it can be opened straight onto the field.
What the Nail Nipper, Concave Blades 4.5" Does in the Case
The nail nipper, concave blades 4.5" is part of the Sklar Instruments catalog, in the Econo Sterile Floor Grade range. This instrument is used for removing portions of the toe nail or the nail plate. This product features single spring, plier handles with a knurled grip plate. 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 – 4-1/2 in (114 mm) of reach for the working site.
- Tip – A sharp tip for precise engagement.
- Edge – The blade edge delivers the working action the procedure needs.
- Profile – A concave profile follows the approach angle of the case.
Handling and Build
- Grip – A pliers with spring handle gives the clinician a controlled hold.
- Material – The stainless steel build is made for daily clinical service.
- Grade – Built to the Econo Sterile Floor Grade tier, the level Sklar specifies for this line.
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
- Length: 4-1/2 in (114 mm)
- Tip Configuration: Sharp
- Working Edge: Blade
- Curvature: Concave
- Handle Style: Pliers with spring
- Material: Stainless steel
- Grade: Econo Sterile Floor Grade
- Sterility: Sterile
- Reusability: Disposable
- Latex: Not made with natural rubber latex
Supply Details
- Packaging: 25 per case (25/cs)
- Manufacturer Pack Detail: 25 items/case
- Item Number: 96-2666
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 Nail Nipper, Concave Blades 4.5"
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 pliers with spring handle supports the fine control this work calls for.
- Confident Grip on Tissue – The sharp 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 podiatry work, so it is specified for the service that orders it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the nail nipper, concave blades 4.5" sterile?
Yes. The nail nipper, concave blades 4.5" is supplied sterile, so it can go directly into the sterile field when the case is set up. It is sold 25 per case. This configuration measures 4-1/2 in overall.
Is the nail nipper, concave blades 4.5" reusable or single-use?
The nail nipper, concave blades 4.5" 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 nail nipper, concave blades 4.5" made of?
The nail nipper, concave blades 4.5" is made of stainless steel. It is not made with natural rubber latex.
What size is the nail nipper, concave blades 4.5"?
The nail nipper, concave blades 4.5" measures 4-1/2 in (114 mm) in overall length. Its working end carries a sharp configuration.
What warranty covers the nail nipper, concave blades 4.5"?
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 nail nipper, concave blades 4.5" used?
Sklar lists the nail nipper, concave blades 4.5" for podiatry. Its item number in the Sklar catalog is 96-2666.
