100 Pcs SURGICAL STERILE SCALPEL BLADES STAINLESS STEEL HANDLE 43 w/ SCALE

A box of 100 sterile surgical scalpel blades made from high-grade carbon steel are precision instruments designed for a wide array of medical, laboratory, and craft applications. Each blade is known for its extreme sharpness and rigidity, properties which ensure clean, precise incisions and a consistently reliable cutting edge. They are a cost-effective, single-use option that provides excellent performance when a sharp, durable edge is required. 

Key Features and Specifications

The 100 carbon steel scalpel blades in a pack are manufactured to meet high quality and safety standards. Each blade is a single-use, disposable item, which helps eliminate cross-contamination and maintains hygiene. To guarantee sterility, every blade is individually wrapped in a vacuum-sealed aluminum foil pouch and then sterilized by gamma radiation to a minimum dosage of 25 kGy. The high carbon content of the steel alloy provides superior hardness and a longer-lasting cutting edge compared to some stainless steel alternatives. The blades are available in various standard sizes (e.g., #10, #11, #15, #22, #24), and the specific size is usually clearly engraved on each blade for easy identification. They are designed to fit standard, reusable scalpel handles, such as the No. 3 or No. 4 handles, depending on the blade size. 

Applications

These blades are highly versatile and used across numerous professional and personal fields. In medical and veterinary settings, they are ideal for procedures requiring a sharp blade for puncturing or making precise incisions, such as excising skin lesions, lancing abscesses, or in general and specialized surgeries. Beyond clinical use, their precision and sharpness make them popular for a variety of other detailed tasks. These include laboratory dissection, taxidermy, callus removal, dermaplaning procedures in beauty and skincare, and intricate arts and crafts projects like cutting paper, cardboard, plastic, or for wood carvings and clay modeling. 

Safety and Handling

As these are extremely sharp, sterile surgical instruments, proper handling and disposal are crucial. It is recommended to use forceps when attaching or removing the blade from the handle to prevent accidental injury. After use, the disposable blades should be placed in a sealed sharps container and disposed of according to local regulations to prevent injuries and the spread of infection. The blades are not autoclavable after use, as the carbon steel is prone to rusting if exposed to moisture for prolonged periods.