Brim Bridge Forceps Straight – 18cm

Product Description

Reusable Brim Bridge Forceps Straight – 18cm

The Reusable Brim Bridge Forceps Straight – 18cm is a precision locking surgical instrument designed for controlled grasping, holding, and temporary clamping during general surgical procedures.

Its long, slender straight jaws provide direct access to the working area, while the integrated ratchet locking mechanism helps maintain the selected jaw position without continuous hand pressure. The 18cm profile offers a practical combination of reach, visibility, and controlled handling.

Key Features

• 18cm Overall Length: Provides practical reach and controlled handling during general surgical procedures.
• Straight Slender Jaws: Designed for direct access and accurate positioning within the operative area.
• Rounded Working Tips: Support controlled contact while handling tissue or surgical materials.
• Ratchet Locking Mechanism: Maintains the selected jaw position without requiring continuous manual pressure.
• Finger-Ring Handles: Provide familiar handling and controlled opening and closing of the jaws.
• German-Grade Stainless Steel: Manufactured for durability, corrosion resistance, and dependable professional performance.
• Reusable Construction: Designed for repeated use following proper cleaning, inspection, and sterilization.
• Professional Surgical Instrument: Suitable for hospitals, operating rooms, surgical centers, clinics, and training facilities.

Product Specifications

Applications and Intended Usage

The Brim Bridge Forceps is intended to assist trained healthcare professionals during procedures requiring controlled grasping, holding, or temporary clamping. Its straight profile allows direct positioning of the working jaws, while the ratchet lock helps retain the selected closure position.

• Controlled grasping during general surgical procedures
• Holding tissue or surgical materials where clinically appropriate
• Temporary clamping during operative procedures
• Supporting controlled manipulation within the surgical field
• Procedures requiring long, straight locking forceps
• Hospital, clinical, and surgical training applications

Benefits of the Straight Jaw Design

The straight jaw configuration provides a direct line of access to the selected working area. Its slender profile supports visibility and accurate positioning where a curved instrument may not be preferred.

Benefits of the Ratchet Lock

The integrated ratchet mechanism allows the user to select and maintain an appropriate jaw position. This helps reduce the need for continuous hand compression while supporting stable instrument control.

Cleaning, Inspection and Sterilization

• Clean the instrument promptly after every procedure.
• Keep the jaws open and the ratchet disengaged during cleaning.
• Remove contamination from the jaws, box joint, ratchet teeth, handles, and finger rings.
• Inspect the jaws and tips for damage, deformation, corrosion, or misalignment.
• Confirm that the joint opens and closes smoothly.
• Check that the ratchet engages and releases correctly before use.
• Sterilize according to validated manufacturer and healthcare-facility procedures.
• Allow the instrument to dry completely before storage.
• Do not use the forceps if any functional component is damaged.

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Professional Use Notice

This reusable surgical instrument is intended for use by trained and qualified healthcare professionals. The user is responsible for confirming the instrument’s suitability for the intended procedure and following all applicable inspection, cleaning, sterilization, storage, and clinical-use protocols.