SIMS-MAIER Sponge Forceps with Ratchet, 28 cm

Product Description

SIMS-MAIER Sponge Forceps with Ratchet – 28 cm

The SIMS-MAIER Sponge/Dressing Forceps with Ratchet, 28 cm (11") are precision surgical instruments designed for secure handling of surgical sponges, gauze, dressings, swabs, and other materials during medical and surgical procedures. Their extended 28 cm length provides excellent reach, while the ratchet locking mechanism allows the forceps to maintain a controlled grip during use.

Designed in the traditional SIMS-MAIER pattern, these reusable surgical forceps feature serrated gripping jaws, finger-ring handles, and a locking ratchet mechanism for controlled and dependable handling. Choose between Straight and Curved configurations according to procedural requirements.

Key Features

• SIMS-MAIER Pattern: Professional sponge and dressing forceps design.
• Overall Length: 28 cm / approximately 11 inches.
• Ratchet Lock: Helps maintain a secure grip without continuous hand pressure.
• Serrated Jaws: Designed to securely hold sponges, gauze, dressings, and swabs.
• Finger-Ring Handles: Provide controlled handling and comfortable instrument manipulation.
• Reusable Design: Suitable for repeated professional use when properly cleaned and sterilized.
• Extended Reach: Long 28 cm profile provides access during procedures requiring greater working depth.
• Available Variants: Straight and Curved.

Product Specifications

Applications & Uses

SIMS-MAIER Sponge Forceps are designed for use by trained healthcare professionals where controlled handling of surgical materials is required. Common applications include:

• Holding surgical sponges during procedures
• Grasping and positioning gauze
• Handling surgical dressings and swabs
• Surgical site preparation
• Applying or removing dressings
• Absorbing or removing fluids using gauze or sponges
• General surgical procedures
• Gynecological procedures
• Hospital and clinical dressing procedures

Ratchet Locking Mechanism

The integrated ratchet mechanism allows the instrument to be locked at the required gripping position. This helps maintain consistent control of sponges, gauze, or dressings while reducing the need for continuous manual gripping pressure.

Cleaning, Sterilization & Instrument Care

As a reusable surgical instrument, the forceps should be thoroughly cleaned, inspected, and sterilized according to the healthcare facility's validated instrument-reprocessing protocol before clinical use. Particular attention should be given to the jaw serrations, screw joint, and ratchet mechanism during cleaning.

Inspect the instrument before each use. Any instrument showing visible damage, corrosion, misalignment, or impaired ratchet operation should be removed from service and evaluated according to facility procedures.

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Need additional grasping and dressing instruments? Explore our General Forceps Collection to find additional forceps for surgical, medical, and clinical applications.

For procedures requiring a shorter dressing instrument, you may also consider our Dressing Forceps 14cm.

Why Choose SIMS-MAIER Sponge Forceps?

• Professional SIMS-MAIER surgical pattern
• 28 cm extended working length
• Secure serrated gripping jaws
• Convenient ratchet locking mechanism
• Straight and curved options in one listing
• Reusable surgical instrument
• Suitable for sponge, gauze, swab, and dressing handling
• Designed for professional medical and surgical environments

Package Includes

1 × SIMS-MAIER Sponge/Dressing Forceps with Ratchet, 28 cm
Configuration supplied according to the selected variant.