Mayo Dissecting Scissors
The workhorse of every general surgery tray. Beveled blades with rounded tips cut cleanly through fascia and dense connective tissue, while the balanced shanks reduce hand fatigue across long procedures. Forged from German AISI 420 stainless steel, hardened to 50–54 HRC and finished by hand.
- Straight or curved pattern, 14 / 17 / 20 / 23 cm
- Satin (anti-glare) or mirror finish
- Optional tungsten-carbide (TC) cutting edges, gold rings
- CE marked · UDI laser-etched · Lot traceable
Lead time: 2–4 wks
Mayo scissors were developed at the Mayo Clinic and remain the global standard for cutting fascia, sutures and dense tissue. Our edition is forged — never stamped — from certified German bar stock, then hardened, tempered, hand-ground and individually function-tested on surgical gauze before packing.
The curved pattern allows deeper penetration into wounds with better visibility of the cutting line; the straight pattern is preferred for suture cutting and superficial dissection. Both carry our lifetime workmanship guarantee and are backed by free re-sharpening for the life of the instrument.
| Material | German AISI 420 surgical stainless steel (DIN 1.4021) |
|---|---|
| Hardness | 50 – 54 HRC (blades), boil & corrosion tested per ASTM F1089 |
| Available sizes | 14 cm, 17 cm, 20 cm, 23 cm — straight or curved |
| Finish | Satin (standard) or mirror polish; TC edition with gold rings |
| Sterilization | Steam autoclave up to 137 °C, fully immersible |
| Marking | Laser-etched UDI, lot number and CE mark |
| Packaging | Individual poly pouch; bulk or private-label options |
| Compliance | CE MDR 2017/745 Class I · FDA listed · ISO 7741 dimensional standard |
Cleaning: Rinse at point of use; clean with neutral-pH enzymatic detergent, fully opened, brushing serrations below the waterline. Ultrasonic cleaning recommended weekly.
Sterilization: Pre-vacuum steam cycle, 134 °C for 3–5 minutes, instruments open and unlatched. Use demineralized water only — chlorides cause pitting corrosion.
Lubrication: Apply steam-penetrable instrument milk to the screw joint after every cleaning cycle. Never use industrial oils or WD-40.
Storage: Dry completely before storage. Store in a dry, ventilated cabinet — never in closed plastic without desiccant.
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