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Condition:
Factory New
- Country of Origin: China
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Warranty:
Until Use/Expiration
- Weight: 6.6 lb
- Compatible with electrosurgical pencils with Bovie DERM 101, 102, A942 and Bantam | PRO
- Attaches quickly without bulking the pencil
- Enables electrosurgical pencils to capture smoke plumes
- Used in conjunction with a suction source
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- MPN: SS95
- Phone: (800) 251-3000
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Frequently asked questions
Does the adapter maintain a slim, comfortable profile?
Yes, the Bovie SharkSkin Adapter is designed for ergonomics and comfort. It attaches quickly to the reusable handpiece without substantially increasing the diameter of the electrosurgical pencil. This design ensures:
- A comfortable grip during use.
- Maintenance of dexterity and feel, crucial for precise procedures.
What Bovie electrosurgical handpieces are compatible?
The Bovie SharkSkin Electrosurgery Pencil Adapter is specifically designed for use with reusable handpieces for several Bovie high-frequency desiccators, allowing you to integrate smoke plume capture directly at the surgical site.
The compatible models include:
- Bovie DERM 101
- Bovie DERM 102
- Bovie A942
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**Bovie Bantam PRO (#A952)**
Does the adapter feature integrated smoke plume capture?
Yes, the Bovie SharkSkin Adapter is specifically engineered for integrated smoke plume capture directly at the surgical site, enhancing safety by managing surgical smoke aerosols.
This single-use aspiration sheath provides several key functional benefits:
- High-Rate Evacuation: It is capable of capturing smoke plumes efficiently at a rate of 45 LPM (Liters Per Minute).
- Unobstructed View: The design incorporates a transparent capture port tip to ensure clinicians maintain a clear visual field of the surgical site.
- Ergonomics: It attaches quickly to compatible Bovie handpieces without adding excessive bulk, preserving a comfortable, ergonomic grip.
- Ready to Connect: Each unit is supplied sterile, latex-free, and includes pre-attached 3/8” x 10’ tubing for immediate connection to a suction source.
How many adapters come in a box?
Each box contains 20 Bovie SharkSkin Electrosurgery Pencil Adapters. Each unit is sterile, intended for single use, and comes equipped with the integrated 3/8” x 10’ tubing for smoke evacuation. The material is also certified latex-free.
Does the adapter have 10-foot tubing?
Yes, the Bovie SharkSkin Adapter includes integrated tubing designed for effective smoke evacuation.
Key features of the tubing and evacuation system are:
- Tubing Length: 10 feet (10’), providing ample reach to connect to an external suction source.
- Tubing Diameter: 3/8 inch
- Smoke Capture Rate: The system captures surgical smoke plumes at an effective rate of 45 Liters Per Minute (LPM) directly at the operative field.
Does the transparent tip maintain clear visibility?
Yes, the Bovie SharkSkin Electrosurgery Pencil Adapter is engineered with a transparent capture port tip specifically to ensure optimal visibility of the surgical site. This feature is a key selling point, as it provides:
- Unobstructed View: The transparent material guarantees a clear line of sight to the tissue interface, enhancing procedural precision.
- Full Electrode Exposure: The adapter design leaves the operative tip or blade fully exposed for effective cutting or coagulation.
- Integrated Evacuation: It achieves efficient smoke plume capture (up to 45 LPM) without requiring complex setup or compromising the surgeon’s view or ergonomic grip.
What is the smoke capture rate?
The Bovie SharkSkin adapter offers effective, integrated smoke evacuation directly at the surgical site.
- Capture Rate: It achieves a smoke capture rate of 45 LPM (Liters Per Minute) when connected to a compatible suction source.
- Tubing: The adapter features integrated 3/8” x 10’ tubing for simple connection to the external suction unit.
- Visibility: The transparent capture port tip ensures you maintain a clear, unobstructed view of the surgical site throughout the procedure.
Are the adapters individually packaged for sterility?
Yes, these adapters are designed with sterility and safety in mind. They are packaged individually (separately) to ensure that complete sterility is maintained until the point of use. Additionally, the adapters are:
- Designed for single use only.
- Certified latex-free.
Are electrosurgical pencils included with the purchase of these adapters?
No, electrosurgical pencils are not included. This product listing is for the adapter sheath only.
Are these adapters latex-free?
Yes, the Bovie SharkSkin Electrosurgery Pencil Adapters are latex-free, ensuring they are suitable for use with patients and staff who may have latex sensitivities.

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