Description
Sklar Rochester-Ochsner Forceps is a forceps from Sklar Instruments, 7-1/4 in long, curved, 1x2 teeth pattern. 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 dermatology work.
- Measured Profile – 7-1/4 in overall length (184 mm) gives the rochester-ochsner forceps its working reach.
- Tooth Pattern – A 1x2 teeth pattern grips tissue with control during the procedure.
- Working Edge – The working surface is a serrated jaws edge, shaped for its task.
- 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.
What the Rochester-Ochsner Forceps Does in the Case
The rochester-ochsner forceps sits in Sklar's forceps line, in the Sklar OR Grade range. This instrument is a heavy instrument designed to aggressively grasp medium to heavy tissue or occlude heavy, dense vessels. They have horizontal serrations the entire length of the jaw as well as 1 X 2 teeth at the tip. 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 – 7-1/4 in (184 mm) of reach for the working site.
- Teeth – The 1x2 teeth pattern holds tissue securely with less crushing pressure.
- Tip – A 1x2 teeth tip for precise engagement.
- Edge – The serrated jaws edge delivers the working action the procedure needs.
- Profile – A curved profile follows the approach angle of the case.
Handling and Build
- Grip – A finger rings with ratchet handle gives the clinician a controlled hold.
- 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 – Supplied non-sterile, ready for standard processing before use.
- Service Life – Reusable across cases with cleaning and sterilization between them.
- Latex – Not made with natural rubber latex.
Product Specifications
Instrument Details
- Instrument Type: Forceps
- Pattern Name: Rochester-Ochsner
- Length: 7-1/4 in (184 mm)
- Teeth: 1x2 Teeth
- Tip Configuration: 1x2 teeth
- Working Edge: Serrated jaws
- Curvature: Curved
- 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: 17-2672
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 Rochester-Ochsner Forceps
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 supports the fine control this work calls for.
- Confident Grip on Tissue – The 1x2 teeth working end engages tissue deliberately, so the clinician is not fighting slippage mid-case.
- Long Service Life – A reusable build spreads the purchase across years of cases instead of a single use.
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the rochester-ochsner forceps sterile?
No. The rochester-ochsner forceps 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 7-1/4 in overall.
Is the rochester-ochsner forceps reusable or single-use?
The rochester-ochsner forceps 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 rochester-ochsner forceps made of?
The rochester-ochsner forceps is made of stainless steel. It is not made with natural rubber latex.
What size is the rochester-ochsner forceps?
The rochester-ochsner forceps measures 7-1/4 in (184 mm) in overall length. Its working end carries a 1x2 teeth configuration.
What warranty covers the rochester-ochsner forceps?
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 rochester-ochsner forceps used?
Sklar lists the rochester-ochsner forceps for cardiovascular, dermatology, general surgery, ob/gyn (obstetrics & gynecology), physician, podiatry, veterinary (animal health). It belongs to the forceps line in the Sklar catalog.
