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The Measuring Instrument, 163mm Slight Curved Tip is designed for healthcare professionals who require a practical and controlled instrument for measurement, assessment, or positioning during surgical procedures. Its slightly curved tip provides an angled working profile that can help the user reach and assess areas that may be difficult to approach with a completely straight instrument.
With an overall length of 163mm, this measuring instrument offers a useful balance between working reach and handling control. The length allows the instrument to be positioned comfortably while maintaining appropriate distance from the surgical field. The slight curvature at the tip can support more precise positioning and measurement when working around anatomical contours or within confined surgical areas.
The instrument can be incorporated into general surgical or specialty instrument sets where controlled measurement is required. The exact application may vary according to the working-end design and the clinical procedure in which it is used. It should therefore be selected according to the measurement requirements and established surgical technique of the healthcare professional.
The slightly curved tip is an important design feature because it provides an offset approach compared with a straight measuring instrument. This can assist with positioning the tip against or alongside a target area while maintaining a practical hand position. The defined working end also supports controlled contact during measurement and assessment.
The instrument is typically manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel, providing durability, corrosion resistance, and suitability for routine clinical instrument processing when properly maintained. Its metal construction is intended to withstand repeated handling and, where supplied as a reusable instrument, appropriate cleaning and sterilization cycles.
Proper instrument care is essential for maintaining performance and service life. After use, the Measuring Instrument should be cleaned promptly to remove blood, tissue, and other contaminants. It should be inspected regularly for bending, surface damage, corrosion, or deformation of the curved tip. Any instrument showing damage that could affect accurate measurement or safe use should be removed from service and evaluated according to facility procedures.
If the instrument is reusable, cleaning, disinfection, packaging, and sterilization should always be performed according to the manufacturer’s validated instructions and the healthcare facility’s established infection-control protocol. The working tip should be protected during handling and storage to help preserve its original shape.
For hospitals, surgical centers, specialist clinics, and professional medical instrument suppliers, the 163mm Slight Curved Tip Measuring Instrument provides a useful precision tool for procedures requiring controlled measurement and access. Its practical length, slightly curved working tip, and durable construction make it suitable for inclusion in a range of professional surgical instrument collections.
Key Features
- Overall length of 163mm
- Slightly curved working tip
- Designed for controlled surgical measurement and assessment
- Provides useful access around anatomical contours
- Supports precise positioning and handling
- Practical length for controlled instrument manipulation
- Suitable for appropriate surgical and specialty procedures
- Typically manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel
- Durable construction for professional clinical environments
- Suitable for inclusion in surgical instrument sets
- Requires proper cleaning and inspection after use
- Sterilization should follow validated facility protocols
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Measuring Instrument, 163mm Slight Curved Tip |
| Instrument Type | Measuring Instrument |
| Overall Length | 163mm |
| Tip Design | Slightly Curved |
| Application | Surgical measurement and assessment |
| Working Profile | Curved precision tip |
| Specialty | Surgical / Medical |
| Material | Typically surgical-grade stainless steel |
| Reusable | Depending on supplied configuration |
| Sterilization | Follow validated manufacturer/facility protocol |
FAQs
1. What is the 163mm Measuring Instrument used for?
It is designed for controlled measurement, assessment, and positioning during appropriate surgical and medical procedures.
2. What is the length of this measuring instrument?
The instrument has an overall length of 163mm.
3. What type of tip does this instrument have?
It features a slightly curved tip, providing an offset working approach for improved access and positioning.
4. Why is the curved tip useful?
The slight curvature can help the user approach anatomical contours or confined areas from a more practical angle compared with a straight instrument.
5. What material is the instrument typically made from?
It is typically manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel, although the exact material specification may vary by manufacturer.
6. Can this measuring instrument be sterilized?
If supplied as a reusable instrument, it should be cleaned and sterilized according to the manufacturer’s validated instructions and the healthcare facility’s sterilization protocol.
7. Who can use this surgical measuring instrument?
It is intended for appropriately trained healthcare professionals using it within their relevant clinical or surgical procedures.
