Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder, 6 Inch, Straight

The Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder is a standard clinical instrument with a straight jaw configuration and ratcheted handle for secure needle control. The 6-inch overall length provides a compact working length for a wide range of applications. Constructed from stainless steel for durability, corrosion resistance, and compatibility with standard autoclave sterilization. Reusable.

Key Features

• Standard Mayo-Hegar design for reliable needle control
• Straight jaw configuration for direct needle placement
• 6-inch overall length
• Ratcheted handle for secure needle grip and controlled release
• Stainless steel construction for durability and corrosion resistance
• Compatible with standard autoclave sterilization
• Reusable

Specifications

• SKU: 5664
• Brand: Complete Medical
• Instrument: Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder
• Overall Length: 6 inches
• Jaw Style: Straight
• Material: Stainless steel
• Sterilization: Autoclavable
• Country of Origin: China

Ideal For

Physician offices, urgent care centers, and clinical procedure rooms that stock needle holders as a standard instrument will find the 5664 a 6-inch straight stainless steel option with a ratcheted handle and autoclave compatibility. The 6-inch length offers a more compact working length than the 7-inch version, making it a practical choice where a shorter instrument is preferred. Central sterile supply departments managing instrument reprocessing will find the stainless steel construction straightforward to clean, inspect, and autoclave between uses. DME providers and medical supply retailers that stock clinical instruments will find the 5664 a consistently available 6-inch straight Mayo-Hegar needle holder.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the 6-inch and 7-inch Mayo-Hegar needle holder?
The 6-inch (SKU 5664) is more compact and offers slightly more control in confined spaces. The 7-inch (SKU 5665) provides a longer working length for applications where additional reach is needed. Both are straight jaw, stainless steel instruments with the same ratcheted handle design.

What is a Mayo-Hegar needle holder used for?
A Mayo-Hegar needle holder is used to grasp and drive needles during clinical procedures. The ratcheted handle locks the needle securely in the jaws, allowing controlled driving force and clean release for repositioning.

Are these autoclavable?
Yes. These stainless steel needle holders are compatible with standard autoclave sterilization. Follow your facility's sterilization protocols and inspect the instrument for wear, jaw damage, or ratchet failure before each use.

Are these reusable?
Yes. These are reusable stainless steel instruments designed for repeated use with proper cleaning, inspection, and sterilization between uses. Replace when the jaws show significant wear or the ratchet no longer holds securely.