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Description

  • Merit Hartmann Alligator Forceps are an ENT instrument commonly used in myringotomy procedures to insert or remove tubes or dressings and packing
  • Serrated tips securely hold and remove foreign objects, granulation tissue, and cerumen
  • Merit instruments are Sklar’s office-grade line of products and most commonly utilized for routine and in-office minor procedures
  • This product is angled at the box lock, with straight serrated tips and a length of 3-1/2 inches

Product Specs

Item Number 911774
Catalog Number 209
UOM CS
Level 1 Family Description Equipment & Equip Disposables
Level 2 Category Description Diagnostic Disposables
Level 3 Group Description Specula
Level 4 Sub-Category Description Vaginal Specula
Application Alligator Forceps
Brand Merit
Buy American Act (BAA) Compliant No
Country of Origin Pakistan
Grade Floor / Office Grade
Handle Type Finger Ring Handle
Locking Type NonLocking
Manufacturer Sklar
Manufacturer # 98-209
Material Pakistani Stainless Steel
McKesson # 348931
Size 3-1/2 Inch Length
Sterility NonSterile
Style Hartmann
Tip Style Angled
Tip Type Serrated Tips
Trade Agreement Act (TAA) Compliant No
Type Scissor Type
UNSPSC Code 42291802
Usage Reusable

Frequently asked questions

Are these forceps suitable for ear procedures?

Yes, these are specifically designed for ENT procedures, such as myringotomies, as well as the removal of cerumen, granulation tissue, or foreign objects from the ear canal.

Can these be reused for multiple patients?

Yes, these are reusable instruments intended for daily use in a medical office setting. Please note that they arrive non-sterile, so they must be properly cleaned and sterilized according to your facility’s protocols before their first use and between procedures.

What is the benefit of the angled tip?

The angled design provides improved visibility and access, allowing for more precise reach and better control when performing delicate maneuvers inside the ear canal.

Are the tips designed to grip firmly?

Absolutely. The tips are serrated, which is engineered to provide a firm and secure hold on dressings, packing, and foreign bodies during clinical procedures.

Does this model have a locking mechanism?

No, this specific model features a non-locking design with a traditional finger-ring handle, allowing for steady and precise manual manipulation.

Who is this instrument best suited for?

It is an essential tool for ENT specialists, audiologists, and general practitioners who frequently perform ear examinations and minor in-office procedures.

What grade of stainless steel is used?

These are manufactured from high-quality Pakistani stainless steel, designed for durability and reliability in routine office-grade medical applications.

Is this product BAA or TAA compliant?

No, this instrument is not BAA or TAA compliant.

What is the total length of the instrument?

The forceps have a shaft length of 3-1/2 inches, making them compact and ideal for detailed in-office diagnostic and procedural work.

Is this a brand-name instrument?

Yes, these are authentic Sklar instruments, a trusted manufacturer of high-quality clinical medical tools.