Sponge Forceps, Straight, Serrated, 9.5 Inch

Sponge forceps are ring-handled surgical instruments used to grasp, hold, and manipulate sponges, gauze, and other soft materials during surgical and clinical procedures. The straight, serrated jaw configuration of this 9.5-inch model provides a secure grip on sponges and gauze for wound packing, skin prepping, and instrument field management. The ratcheted ring handle allows for controlled, hands-free holding when needed. Constructed from stainless steel for durability and compatibility with standard autoclave sterilization.

Key Features

• Straight jaw configuration for direct sponge and gauze grasping
• Serrated jaws for secure grip on soft materials without slipping
• 9.5-inch overall length for reach into deeper wound or cavity areas
• Ratcheted ring handle for controlled, hands-free holding when needed
• Stainless steel construction for durability and corrosion resistance
• Compatible with standard autoclave sterilization for repeated clinical use

Specifications

• SKU: 5657
• Instrument: Sponge Forceps
• Jaw Style: Straight, serrated
• Overall Length: 9.5 inches
• Handle: Ratcheted ring handle
• Material: Stainless steel
• Country of Origin: China

Ideal For

Surgeons and surgical technologists performing open procedures who need to grasp, place, or remove sponges and gauze from the surgical field will find the 9.5-inch length and serrated straight jaws effective for secure material handling without contaminating the sterile field. Physicians and nurses performing wound packing, wound irrigation, and skin prepping in procedure rooms and outpatient settings will benefit from the ratcheted handle for controlled, one-handed sponge placement and removal. Gynecology and obstetrics teams that use sponge forceps for vaginal prepping and instrument field management will find the straight 9.5-inch configuration appropriate for standard clinical use. Central sterile supply departments managing instrument reprocessing will find the stainless steel construction straightforward to clean, inspect, and autoclave between uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are sponge forceps used for?
Sponge forceps are used to grasp and manipulate sponges, gauze, and other soft materials during surgical and clinical procedures. Common uses include wound packing, skin prepping with antiseptic-soaked gauze, sponge counting during surgery, and general material handling within the sterile field.

What does serrated mean for forceps jaws?
Serrated jaws have a textured, ridged surface that provides a more secure grip on soft materials such as gauze and sponges, preventing them from slipping out of the forceps during use. This is the standard jaw configuration for sponge forceps used in surgical and clinical settings.

Are these autoclavable?
Yes. Stainless steel surgical forceps 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 procedures.