FOERSTER-BALLENGER SPONGE FORCEPS STRAIGHT SERRATED 18,0CM

Foerster-Ballenger Sponge Forceps Straight, Serrated – 18.0 cm – Microsurgical Sponge Handling Instrument

The Foerster-Ballenger Sponge Forceps (straight, 18.0 cm) with fine serrations is designed for precise handling of swabs and wound materials in microsurgery and ophthalmology. Its compact design ensures optimal control in confined surgical sites.

Key Advantages:
✔ 18-cm microsurgical design for ophthalmic and delicate procedures
✔ Serrated tips (1x2 teeth) for secure grip of moist swabs
✔ Medical-grade AISI 316L stainless steel – corrosion-resistant and autoclavable (135°C)
✔ Atraumatic rounded tips to prevent tissue damage
✔ Ergonomic spring mechanism for one-handed operation

Specifications:

• Material: Stainless steel AISI 316L

• Length: 18.0 cm

• Jaws: Straight, serrated (1x2 teeth)

• Tip width: 2.5 mm

• Surface: Matte finish

• Standards: DIN EN ISO 13485, CE

Clinical Applications:
→ Ophthalmic surgery (e.g., cataract procedures)
→ Microsurgical wound management
→ Viscosurgical device handling
→ Dental applications

German-engineered precision for critical surgical tasks