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The 7” Bone File Double-Ended (12 × 7mm & 5mm Ends) is a versatile surgical instrument designed for controlled filing, smoothing, shaping, and refinement of bone surfaces. Its double-ended construction combines 7mm and 5mm working ends in a single instrument, allowing the appropriate end to be selected according to the working area and surgical requirement.
With an overall length of 7 inches, the bone file provides a practical balance between reach, handling, and tactile control. The instrument is designed for manual use where gradual and controlled modification of a bone surface is required. The two working-end dimensions provide flexibility when moving between broader and more localized areas of bone preparation.
The supplied product designation includes “12 × 7mm & 5mm.” The 7mm and 5mm dimensions identify the working-end sizes. Any manufacturer-specific meaning associated with the “12” designation should be confirmed through the applicable product documentation rather than assumed.
The double-ended design provides two different working dimensions without requiring a separate bone file for every change in working area. The 7mm end can provide a broader contact area, while the 5mm end offers a narrower working profile for areas where more localized contact is appropriate. This combination can make the instrument useful for procedures requiring progressive surface refinement.
Bone files are commonly used in orthopedic, trauma, reconstructive, and other surgical applications where controlled smoothing or shaping of bone is required. Depending on the procedure and surgical technique, the instrument may be used to refine irregular bone surfaces, adjust contours, or prepare an area for subsequent surgical steps. Exact use depends on the anatomical site and clinician’s established technique.
The bone file is typically manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel, providing a rigid and durable structure suitable for professional surgical instrumentation. Its rigid construction supports controlled transmission of manual force while allowing the user to maintain tactile feedback. The 7-inch length provides useful access while remaining manageable during routine surgical handling.
The working surfaces should be inspected regularly for wear, damage, or deformation. After use, the instrument should be cleaned according to established instrument-processing procedures, with particular attention to the filing surfaces. If supplied as a reusable instrument, it should be sterilized according to the manufacturer’s validated instructions and the healthcare facility’s applicable protocols.
The 7″ Bone File Double-Ended offers two useful working dimensions in one compact surgical instrument. Its 7mm and 5mm ends, 7-inch length, and rigid construction make it a practical option for controlled bone filing, smoothing, shaping, and contour refinement in appropriate surgical applications.
Key Features
- 7-inch overall length
- Double-ended surgical bone file
- 7mm and 5mm working ends
- Supplied 12 × 7mm & 5mm designation
- Two different working dimensions in one instrument
- Designed for controlled bone filing and smoothing
- Useful for bone surface shaping and contour refinement
- 7mm end provides a broader working contact area
- 5mm end provides a narrower working profile
- Supports tactile manual control during bone preparation
- Typically manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable when supplied as a reusable surgical instrument
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | 7″ Bone File Double-Ended |
| Instrument Type | Bone File |
| Overall Length | 7 inches |
| Design | Double-Ended |
| Working End 1 | 7mm |
| Working End 2 | 5mm |
| Product Designation | 12 × 7mm & 5mm |
| Primary Function | Bone filing, smoothing, shaping, and contour refinement |
| Operation | Manual |
| Typical Applications | Orthopedic, trauma, reconstructive, and surgical bone preparation |
| Material | Typically surgical-grade stainless steel |
| Reusable | Yes, when supplied as a reusable instrument |
| Sterilization | According to validated manufacturer instructions and facility protocol |
FAQs
What is a 7″ double-ended bone file used for?
It is designed for controlled filing, smoothing, shaping, and refinement of bone surfaces during appropriate surgical procedures.
What are the working-end sizes?
This model has two working ends: one measuring 7mm and the other measuring 5mm.
What is the advantage of having 7mm and 5mm ends?
The two sizes provide different working profiles in one instrument. The 7mm end offers a broader contact area, while the 5mm end provides a narrower working profile.
What does the “12” designation mean?
The “12” is part of the supplied product designation. Its exact technical meaning should be confirmed from the applicable manufacturer or catalog documentation rather than assumed.
Is this bone file suitable for orthopedic surgery?
Bone files are commonly used in appropriate orthopedic and reconstructive procedures for controlled smoothing, shaping, and refinement of bone surfaces.
What material is the bone file made from?
It is typically manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel, although the exact material specification can vary by manufacturer.
Can this bone file be reused?
If supplied as a reusable surgical instrument, it can be cleaned, inspected, sterilized, and reused according to validated manufacturer instructions and facility protocols.
How should this bone file be sterilized?
It should be cleaned and sterilized according to the manufacturer’s validated processing instructions and the healthcare facility’s established sterilization protocol. Specific cycle parameters should not be assumed without manufacturer guidance.