Not many companies are concerned with the testing the surface finish of the instrument they manufacture. Most of the surfaces are evaluated subjectively through the naked eye and experience. However, we at Dr. Frigz are slightly more technical than that for many of our critical instruments. Generally, our goal is to convert subjectivity in testing …
If you remember our previous post we mentioned that stainless steel (S.S) is not completely corrosion free and that it should be more rightly called stain-resistant than stain-less. We also mentioned that the corrosion resisting power of S.S can be increased by doing passivation process. well, what is passivation process anyways? Passivation is a chemical …
These days surgical Instruments are made from a variety of materials including composites, plastics, titanium, and (the more traditional;) stainless steel. Typically two types of stainless steel series are most commonly used for instruments manufacturing. 300 series (Austenitic) stainless steel, and 400 series (Martensitic) stainless steel. The Austenitic steel cannot be hardened through heat treatment. …
What are DDJ Instruments? These are instruments whose jaws are specially coated with diamond dust in order to substitute the traditional smooth (more expensive) TC tips. These DDJ tips provide similar functionality of a TC tip but at a cheaper price. Benefits of DD Coating Increased griping capability Does not bend or burr needles Hybrid …
The quality, finish, and functionality of a surgical instrument is greatly affected by the quality of forging used. Die making and forging are perhaps amongst the most important and basic processes that help create world class medical devices. Having said that, what is forging anyways? Forging is a method of shaping metal by applying pressure. …
General Forceps Forceps are among the plethora of surgical instruments that surgeons require during operation. Forceps come in different shapes, sizes, and varieties; some with ratchets, serrations, grooves, teeth, and, coatings depending upon their intended use. Their main purpose is to grasp things (tubes, cotton, etc) or tissue during surgery. They are made from high …
