SURGICAL

INSTRUMENTS

PRODUCT CATALOG
FOR VETERINARIANS
 FOLLOWING THE UNIVERSAL
MANUFACTURING PROCESS
EXPERT CRAFTSMANSHIP. Forging is the point of “substantial transformation” which
determines the instrument’s country of origin, regardless of
SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE. where all of the other manufacturing steps take place. All of our
instruments are finished to technical drawing specifications to
ensure precision.
Pivetal strives to provide quality products that meet or exceed
the standards of other leading brands. Like all the products
RAW MATERIAL
within our portfolio, our surgical instruments have been designed
Steel plates are cut by a splitting machine and can be in the form
with veterinarians in mind. Sourced with the finest raw materials
of square, round, or flat bars.
and crafted by experts, each instrument is manufactured and
finished with excellence.
Our instruments are made from quality German stainless steel FORGING
in over 65 patterns. Crafted in ISO 13485-certified facilities to The metal is heated to a malleable temperature of several
withstand the demands of regular, everyday use, these tools thousand degrees and stamped out by a drop hammer.
meet the most stringent international production standards.
From forging to machining, finishing to passivation, the journey
to the completion of a finished surgical instrument involves 114
deliberate steps and can take up to two months. TRIMMING
Excess material around the forged instrument is removed by
Designed to offer outstanding performance and durability, these using presses.
instruments are backed by the Pivetal Promise – a warranty
that guarantees peace of mind and quality backed by service. A
complete breakdown of our warranty is located on page 23. FITTING
The individual rough components are joined together to ensure
proper alignment and precise function.

FINISHING
The rough instrument is then deburred, dulled, reassembled,
hardened and polished.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
International Checkpoints
Forceps 3 In addition to meeting ISO-13485 standards, which are the regulatory requirements outlined by
Needle Holders 7 the International Organization for Standardization, there are several checkpoints throughout the
process of manufacturing surgical instruments.
Scalpel Blades 13
Scissors 15 • ASTM E10861 and A7512 Pre-Manufacturing: Tests the chemical resistance of the raw material
Surgery Packs 19 • ASTM E183 Post-Manufacturing: Tests the strength or hardness of an instrument
Ancillary Items 21 • ASTM E34 Post-Manufacturing: Tests the microstructure of the metal composition
Warranty 23
Instrumentation 24 REFERENCES 1. ASTM Standard Test Method for Analysis of Austenitic Stainless Steel by Spark Atomic Emission Spectrometry: [Link]
org/Standards/[Link]. 2. ASTM Standard Test Methods, Practices, and Terminology for Chemical Analysis of Steel Products: [Link]
org/[Link]/HISTORICAL/[Link]. 3. ASTM Standard Test Methods for Rockwell Hardness of Metallic Materials: [Link]
Standards/[Link]. 4. ASTM Standard Guide for Preparation of Metallographic Specimens: [Link]

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 FORCEPS | SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS FORCEPS | SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

FORCEPS
Hemostatic forceps are used to clamp vessels and temporarily obstruct the passage of blood during surgery. Equipped
with a ratchet mechanism, these tools can be set to maintain a hands-free occlusion, allowing surgeons the freedom to
bind ligatures or make additional transections in the area. These delicate tools come in an array of sizes with straight or
curved jaws to be used in various procedures and on different mediums.
For the complete list of available forceps, please see page 5.

ARTERY DRESSING
Carmalt forceps are larger in size, used to squeeze pedicles prior to Standard dressing forceps have a serrated tip, ideal for securely handling
ligation and transection. Serrations are found on the entire jaw surface both bandages, while the rounded, blunt tip minimizes patient discomfort.
longitudinally and in the transverse direction (at the tip only), creating cross- Designed for multiple purposes, these forceps can also be used for
striations; this design creates a multifaceted tool for holding confined tissue or manipulating and grasping soft tissue.
removing sutures.
Adson micro forceps have a serrated, non-locking tip ideal for securely
Halsted mosquito forceps are designed with fine tips and short, serrated handling bandages, while the rounded, blunt tip minimizes patient discomfort
jaws, making them ideal for compressing smaller blood vessels. Ratcheted in the event of manipulating delicate tissue.
finger handles provide a secure, locking grip necessary for halting blood flow.

Kelly forceps are larger and less delicate than mosquito forceps, with
serrations on the distal half of the jaws providing hemostasis and clamping of
tissue to small and medium-sized blood vessels.
INTESTINAL
Doyen forceps are characterized by their long, thin, serrated bowing jaws
designed specifically for use in gastric and intestinal surgeries. A gentle grip
Crile forceps are designed with serrations on the entire length of the jaw can be created when the handle ratchets are used to reduce tissue trauma.
surface and are intended for clamping blood vessels prior to cauterization
or ligation.

Rochester-Pean forceps come with fully serrated jaws and locking ratchet
mechanism to increase stability when clamping larger blood vessels during TISSUE
procedures like hysterectomies, while reducing the potential of the Adson-Brown forceps are designed to manipulate delicate tissue, like skin
tissue moving. and fascia, in a variety of procedures. The small, rat-tooth tips provide a firm
but gentle grip on tissue, minimizing trauma.

Allis forceps are intended for grasping organs and slippery, dense tissue.
These forceps can cause trauma when misused and should only be used on
DISSECTION
fascial planes and connective tissue.
Standard dissection forceps can be used as both a hemostat and for blunt
tissue dissection.
Standard tissue forceps are used for grasping, holding, and manipulating
various types of tissue in a broad range of procedures.
Hartmann mosquito forceps are intended for fine tissue dissection in shallow
wounds or ophthalmologic procedures. The fine, short, serrated jaws can act as
a hemostatic clamp, reducing blood flow in order to cauterize or ligate.

TOWEL
Backhaus forceps, also known as towel clamps, are commonly used to
connect drape (where the corners of two curtains meet) or to position drape
to patients’ skin during surgical procedures.

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MPN DESCRIPTION LENGTH SERRATED

ARTERY/HEMOSTAT
21294768 Crile Forceps, Curved 5 1/2" (14 cm) ✓
21294685 21294756 21294768
21294769 Crile Forceps, Straight 5 1/2" (14 cm) ✓
21294770 Crile Forceps, Curved 6 1/4" (15.9 cm) ✓
21294771 Crile Forceps, Straight 6 1/4" (15.9 cm) ✓
21294685 Halsted Mosquito Forceps, Curved 4 3/4" (12.1 cm) ✓
21294769
21294686 Halsted Mosquito Forceps, Straight 4 3/4" (12.1 cm) ✓
21294686 21294757
21294766 Kelly Forceps, Curved 5 1/2" (14 cm) ✓
21294767 Kelly Forceps, Straight 5 1/2" (14 cm) ✓
21294760 Carmalt Forceps, Curved 6 1/2" (16.5 cm) ✓
21294761 Carmalt Forceps, Straight 6 1/2" (16.5 cm) ✓
21294687
21294770
21294762 Carmalt Forceps, Curved 8" (20.3 cm) ✓
21294760
21294763 Carmalt Forceps, Straight 8" (20.3 cm) ✓
21294765 Rochester-Pean Forceps, Straight 8 7/8" (22.5 cm) ✓
DISSECTION
21294773 Hartmann Mosquito Forceps, Curved, Delicate 4" (10.2 cm) ✓
21294688
21294761 21294771
21294774 Hartmann Mosquito Forceps, Straight, Delicate 4" (10.2 cm) ✓
DRESSING
21294688 Adson Micro Forceps 4 3/4" (12.1 cm) ✓
21294689 Adson Micro Forceps 4 3/4" (12.1 cm) ✓
21294755 Standard Dressing Forceps 5 3/4" (14.6 cm) ✓
21294689
INTESTINAL
21294762 21294772
21294754 Doyen Forceps, Straight 9" (22.8 cm) ✓
TISSUE
21294824 Adson Micro Forceps, 1x2T 4 3/4" (12.1 cm)
21294687 Adson-Brown Forceps, 7x7T 4 7/8" (12.4 cm)
21294752 21294772 Allis Forceps, 4x5T 6" (15.2 cm)
21294763 21294773
21294753 Standard Tissue Forceps, 2x3T 5 1/2" (14 cm)
21294752 Standard Tissue Forceps, 1x2T 5 3/4" (14.6 cm)
TOWEL CLAMP
21294756 Backhaus Forceps 3 1/2" (8.9 cm)
21294753 21294757 Backhaus Forceps 5 1/4" (13.3 cm)
21294765 21294774

Images to the left are listed in numerical order.

21294824
21294754 21294766

21294755
21294767
MEASURING
We have listed product dimensions in both inches and centimeters for your convenience. Please use the
ruler to the right to validate product specifications when ordering.

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 NEEDLE HOLDERS | SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

NEEDLE HOLDERS
These versatile, multi-purpose tools are made to grasp and guide needles to ensure precision when stitching and
suturing tissue. Each needle holder has a unique design to hold and manipulate needles based on procedural
applications. Many of these needle holders come with a tungsten carbide insert, increasing the quality and longevity
of the needle holder’s grip. In either scenario, it is recommended that upkeep and/or replacement of instruments are
maintained regularly due to wear associated with continuous metal-to-metal contact.
For the complete list of available needle holders, please see page 9.

Castroviejo needle holders are designed with a spring and latch mechanism,
creating a small, pencil-like grip for microvascular procedures.

Mayo-Hegar needle holders are designed with strong tapers (no cutting
blade) to grasp and guide large, curved suture during surgical procedures.

Olsen-Hegar needle holders have scissor blades located at the base of the
jaw allowing veterinarians to manipulate the needle and cut the material when
suturing, saving time during procedures.

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 NEEDLE HOLDERS | SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

TUNGSTEN
CARBIDE
MPN DESCRIPTION LENGTH SERRATED INSERTS

21294833 Castroviejo Micro Needle Holder 5 1/2" (14 cm)

21294793 Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder 6 1/4" (15.9 cm) ✓
21294794
21294758 21294794 Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder 6 1/4" (15.9 cm) ✓ ✓
21294795 Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder 7 1/2" (19 cm) ✓ ✓
21294758 Olsen-Hegar Needle Holder with Scissors 5 1/2" (14 cm) ✓
21294790 Olsen-Hegar Needle Holder with Scissors 5 1/2" (14 cm) ✓ ✓
21294759 Grant/Olsen-Hegar Needle Holder with Scissors 6 1/2" (16.5 cm) ✓
21294791 Olsen-Hegar Needle Holder with Scissors 6 1/2" (16.5 cm) ✓ ✓
21294792 Olsen-Hegar Needle Holder with Scissors 7 1/2" (19 cm) ✓ ✓
21294759
21294795
21294796 Olsen-Hegar Needle Holder with Scissors 7 1/2" (19 cm) ✓ ✓

Images to the left are listed in numerical order.

21294790
21294796

21294833
21294791

21294792

21294793

MEASURING
We have listed product dimensions in both inches and centimeters for your convenience. Please use the
ruler to the right to validate product specifications when ordering.

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 EVOLUTIONARY TECHNOLOGY,
EXCEPTIONAL
WOUND CARE
Pivetal offers a diverse selection of swaged sutures
manufactured with distinct attributes, like fluorescent
coloring and glare-reducing Cobra Black needles, for every
surgical procedure. The absorbable and non-absorbable
suture profiles provide veterinarians with wound closure
options that reduce risk of infection and promote healing.

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 SCALPEL BLADES | SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS SCALPEL BLADES | SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

SCALPEL BLADES
These disposable scalpel blades are intended for use with reusable handles and are available in carbon or stainless
steel to meet user preferences. Pivetal scalpel blades come in various sizes to create incisions in skin or soft tissue
21301737 21301738
depending on the procedural needs, including dissection.
• Automated grinding and polishing process ensures consistent and sharp cutting edges
• Gamma sterilized – 2.5 Mrads
• Packaged with VCI (vapor corrosion inhibitor) paper to protect from blade corrosion
• Individually sealed in foil peel packs
• Manufactured in FDA-inspected facilities
• For single use only
21301740 21301739
• Sterile

Carbon steel is a harder steel option offering long-lasting, sharp edges. MPN DESCRIPTION SIZE MATERIAL QTY
Available in sizes 11 and 12. 21301737 Scalpel Blades #10 Stainless Steel 100s
21301740 Scalpel Blades #15 Stainless Steel 100s
Premium quality Swiss stainless steel. Available in sizes 10 and 15.
21301738 Scalpel Blades #11 Carbon Steel 100s
21301739 Scalpel Blades #12 Carbon Steel 100s

FITS PIVETAL #3 SCALPEL HANDLE! Order information on page 19.

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 SCISSORS | SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS SCISSORS | SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

SCISSORS
Surgical scissors are configured with different tip types, sharp-sharp, blunt-blunt and blunt-sharp, in order to perform
a diverse number of tasks. With curved and straight options in various lengths, these tools can cut or dissect both fine,
delicate tissue or tough, fibrous matter throughout the body.
For the complete list of available scissors, please see page 17.

BANDAGE OPHTHALMOLOGIC
Knowles bandage scissors are used for cutting tight dressings and gauze Iris scissors are designed for use in ophthalmologic procedures to
from patients. Designed with a knob at the end of one point, these angled manipulate and incise tissue during iridectomy and iridotomies.
scissors lift dressings away from the skin, preventing injury during removal.

Lister bandage scissors are also designed to remove tight bandages without
penetrating the skin. The blunt tip on the lower blade allows the scissors to be
safely placed directly against the patient’s skin.
STITCH
Littauer and Spencer stitch scissors have a small hook-shaped tip on one
Universal bandage scissors come with a serrated bottom blade and
blade to help slide and lift, hold, or remove sutures before cutting them.
extremely sharp upper blade to help cut through the thickest of dressings
and gauze. The tip of the lower blade has a flat, blunt nodule intended to slide
between the bandage and patient’s skin, reducing the risk of injury.

WIRE-CUTTING
Wire-cutting scissors are non-ratcheted with short tips for cutting wire and
DISSECTION suture or trimming tissue.
Metzenbaum scissors are designed with longer handles and shorter blades
to cut through delicate, soft tissue and for blunt dissection.

Mayo scissors come in various lengths and are designed for strength when
cutting or dissecting dense, connective tissue and fascia, as well as sutures.

Iris scissors, also known as tenotomy scissors, have a blunt tip intended for
detailed dissection of fine tissue and suture removal.

OPERATING
General operating scissors come with sharp points for cutting tissue,
dressings, drains, and sutures.

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 SCISSORS | SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

MPN DESCRIPTION LENGTH SERRATED

BANDAGE
21294803 Knowles Scissors, Angled, Sharp/Blunt 5 3/4" (14.6 cm)
21294809 21294821
21294797
21294797 Lister Scissors, Angled, Blunt/Blunt 5 3/4" (14.6 cm)
21294822 Lister Scissors, Angled, Blunt/Blunt 7 1/4" (18.4 cm)
21294814 Universal Bandage Scissors, Blue, Angled, Blunt/Blunt 7 1/2" (19 cm) ✓
21294805 Universal Bandage Scissors, Black, Angled, Blunt/Blunt 7 1/2" (19 cm) ✓
DISSECTING
21294798 21294812 21294822
21294808 Mayo Scissors, Rounded Blade, Straight, Blunt/Blunt 6" (15.2 cm)
21294820 Mayo-Stille Scissors, Rounded Blade, Curved, Blunt/Blunt 6" (15.2 cm)
21294815 Mayo Scissors, Rounded Blade, Straight, Blunt/Blunt 6 3/4" (17 cm)
21294825 Mayo-Stille Scissors, Rounded Blade, Curved, Blunt/Blunt 6 3/4" (17 cm)
21294832 Mayo Scissors, Straight, Blunt/Blunt 6 3/4" (17 cm)
21294799 21294823

21294814
21294827 Mayo Scissors, Curved, Blunt/Blunt, Super Cut 6 3/4" (17 cm) ✓
21294828 Mayo Scissors, Straight, Blunt/Blunt, Super Cut 6 3/4" (17 cm) ✓
21294799 Metzenbaum Scissors, Fine, Curved, Blunt/Blunt 5 1/2" (14 cm)
21294818 Metzenbaum Scissors, Straight, Blunt/Blunt 5 3/4" (14.6 cm)

21294803 21294815 21294825

21294809 Metzenbaum Scissors, Curved, Blunt/Blunt, Super Cut 5 3/4" (14.6 cm) ✓
21294798 Metzenbaum Scissors, Curved, Blunt/Blunt 7" (17.8 cm)
21294812 Metzenbaum Scissors, Straight, Blunt/Blunt 7" (17.8 cm)
21294816 Metzenbaum-Nelson Scissors, Curved, Blunt/Blunt, Super Cut 7" (17.8 cm) ✓
21294819 Iris Scissors, Curved, Sharp/Sharp 4 1/2" (11 cm)

21294804 21294816 21294827 OPERATING

21294823 General Operating Scissors, Straight, Sharp/Sharp 5 1/2" (14 cm)
21294817 General Operating Scissors, Straight, Sharp/Blunt 5 1/2" (14 cm)
OPHTHALMOLOGIC
21294831 Iris Scissors, Curved, Sharp/Sharp, Super Cut 4 1/8" (10.2 cm) ✓
21294817 21294828 21294806 Iris Scissors, Straight, Sharp/Sharp 4 1/2" (11 cm)
21294805
STITCH
21294807 Littauer Scissors, Straight, Blunt/Blunt 4 1/2" (11 cm)
21294804 Littauer Scissors, Straight, Blunt/Blunt 5 1/2" (14 cm)
21294821 Spencer Scissors, Straight, Blunt/Blunt, Delicate 3 1/2" (8.9 cm)
21294806 21294818 21294830 WIRE-CUTTING
21294830 Universal Wire Cutting Scissors, Angled, Blunt/Blunt 4 3/4" (12.1 cm) ✓

Images to the left are listed in numerical order.

21294807 21294819 21294831

MEASURING
21294808 21294820 21294832
We have listed product dimensions in both inches and centimeters for your convenience. Please use the
ruler to the right to validate product specifications when ordering.

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 SURGERY PACKS | SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS SURGERY PACKS | SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

SURGERY PACKS SMALL SPAY-NEUTER PACK

A staple in any veterinary facility, general surgery packs are comprised of an assortment of common, all-purpose

21294752
hand instruments (clamps, forceps, scalpel handles, needle holders, and scissors) used in routine procedures. 21294798
21294789 21294790
21294685 x 2
Spay and neuter packs contain many of the same tools found in the general surgery pack, but also include ancillary
instruments needed for removing canine or feline reproductive organs. These spay-neuter packs are available in two 21294756 x 4
21294772
21298005
sizes, providing veterinarians with instruments appropriate for small and large animal operations.

21294687

GENERAL SURGERY PACK

21294760 x 2 21294766 x 2 21294832
21294760 x 4

21294767 x 2
21298005
21294789
MPN DESCRIPTION TYPE LENGTH QTY
21294832
21294687 Adson-Brown Forceps Tissue, 7x7T 4 7/8" (12.4 cm) 1
21294798 21294772 Allis Forceps Tissue, 4x5T 6" (15.2 cm) 1
21294756 Backhaus Forceps Towel Clamp 3 1/2" (8.9 cm) 4
21294790 21294760 Carmalt Forceps Artery/Hemostat, Curved, Serrated 6 1/2" (16.5 cm) 2

21294757 x 4
21294685 Halsted Mosquito Forceps Artery/Hemostat, Curved 4 3/4" (12.1 cm) 2
21294685 x 3 21294687 21294766 Kelly Forceps Artery/Hemostat, Curved, Serrated 5 1/2" (14 cm) 2
21294798 Metzenbaum Scissors Dissecting, Curved, Blunt/Blunt 7" (17.8 cm) 1
21294790 Olsen-Hegar Needle Holder with Scissors Tungsten Carbide Inserts, Serrated 5 1/2" (14 cm) 1
MPN DESCRIPTION TYPE LENGTH QTY 21294789 Scalpel Handle No. 3 5" (12.7 cm) 1
21294687 Adson-Brown Forceps Tissue, 7x7T 4 7/8" (12.4 cm) 1 21294752 Standard Tissue Forceps Tissue, 1x2T 5 3/4" (14.6 cm) 1
21294757 Backhaus Forceps Towel Clamp 5 1/4" (13.3 cm) 4 21294832 Mayo Scissors Straight, Blunt/Blunt 6 3/4" (17 cm) 1
21294760 Carmalt Forceps Artery/Hemostat, Curved, Serrated 6 1/2" (16.5 cm) 4 21298005 Snook Hook Ovariectomy 8" (20.5 cm) 1
21294685 Halsted Mosquito Forceps Artery/Hemostat, Curved, Serrated 4 3/4" (12.1 cm) 3
21298798 Spay-Neuter Surgery Pack, Small TOTAL PIECES 18
21294767 Kelly Forceps Artery/Hemostat, Straight, Serrated 5 1/2" (14 cm) 2
21294832 Mayo Scissors Straight, Blunt/Blunt 6 3/4" (17 cm) 1
21294798 Metzenbaum Scissors Dissecting, Curved, Blunt/Blunt 7" (17.8 cm) 1 LARGE SPAY-NEUTER PACK
21294790 Olsen-Hegar Needle Holder with Scissors Tungsten Carbide Inserts, Serrated 5 1/2" (14 cm) 1
21294789 Scalpel Handle No. 3 5" (12.7 cm) 1 21294752 21294760 x 2 21294772 21294789
21298005 Snook Hook Ovariectomy 8" (20.5 cm) 1 21294685 x 2

21294791
21298840 Surgery Pack General TOTAL PIECES 19
21298005

21294687

21294757 x 4
21294766 x 2
21294798 21294832

MPN DESCRIPTION TYPE LENGTH QTY

21294687 Adson-Brown Forceps Tissue, 7x7T 4 7/8" (12.4 cm) 1
21294772 Allis Forceps Tissue, 4x5T 6" (15.2 cm) 1
21294757 Backhaus Forceps Towel Clamp 5 1/4" (13.3 cm) 4
21294760 Carmalt Forceps Artery/Hemostat, Curved, Serrated 6 1/2" (16.5 cm) 2
21294685 Halsted Mosquito Forceps Artery/Hemostat, Curved 4 3/4" (12.1 cm) 2
21294766 Kelly Forceps Artery/Hemostat, Curved, Serrated 5 1/2" (14 cm) 2
21294798 Metzenbaum Scissors Dissecting, Curved, Blunt/Blunt 7" (17.8 cm) 1
21294791 Olsen-Hegar Needle Holder with Scissors Tungsten Carbide Inserts, Serrated 6 1/2" (16.5 cm) 1
21294789 Scalpel Handle No. 3 5" (12.7 cm) 1
21294752 Standard Tissue Forceps Tissue, 1x2T 5 3/4" (14.6 cm) 1
21294832 Mayo Scissors Straight, Blunt/Blunt 6 3/4" (17 cm) 1
21298005 Snook Hook Ovariectomy 8" (20.5 cm) 1

21298799 Spay-Neuter Surgery Pack, Large TOTAL PIECES 18

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 ANCILLARY ITEMS | SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS

GALLSTONE SCOOP
FERGUSON
The double-ended Ferguson Gallstone
Scoop is intended to aid in the removal
of gallstones from the tubular duct.

MPN DESCRIPTION TYPE LENGTH

21294836 Ferguson Gallstone Scoop Double-ended 9 1/2" (24.1 cm)

GROOVED DIRECTOR
TONGUE TIE
Grooved directors are used as guides
when inserting probes, stretching
ligatures, or gauging specific areas of
tissue when suturing during procedures
related to the gallbladder, urethra
or uterus.

MPN DESCRIPTION TYPE LENGTH

21294834 Grooved Director Tongue Tie 4 1/2" (11.4 cm)

SCALPEL HANDLE
NO. 3
The number 3 reusable handle features
an engraved metric scale and is most
commonly used with disposable scalpel
blades #10, 11, 12, and 15.

MPN DESCRIPTION TYPE LENGTH

21294789 Scalpel Handle No. 3 5" (12.7 cm)

SNOOK HOOK
OVARIECTOMY
Snook hooks are designed with a
curved, button-like tip to remove a
horn of the uterus when performing
ovariohysterectomies in dogs and cats.

MPN DESCRIPTION TYPE LENGTH

21298005 Snook Hook Ovariectomy 8" (20.5 cm)

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 WARRANTY INSTRUMENTATION

GENERAL INSTRUMENTATION
RECOMMENDED CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Pre-Cleaning
THE
1. All devices should be cleaned in the open position to allow solution to contact all surfaces.
2. Contaminated instruments should be cleaned as soon as possible.
3. Rinse device to remove any excess soil.
PROMISE 4. Submerge instruments in an enzymatic/neutral pH detergent bath and allow soaking between 5
and 10 minutes.
5. Use a soft bristled brush and gently remove any visible soil still remaining on the device. Be sure
WARRANT Y
LI F E T I M E to clean hinges, crevices and other difficult-to-reach areas.
6. Rinse instruments in purified water for a minimum of 2 minutes. Flush hinges, crevices, and
other difficult-to-reach areas until the water exiting the device is clear of soil and detergent. If
soil still remains, repeat the steps above.
Manual Cleaning
OUR LIFETIME WARRANTY 1. Rinse under cool running tap water to remove excess build-up of soil.
Designed with the highest global standards in mind, our instruments will provide superior 2. Bathe in enzymatic detergent per manufacturer’s recommendation using lukewarm tap water
performance and longevity, which is why these tools are backed by the Pivetal Promise – a lifetime for 1 minute.
warranty that ensures peace of mind and unwavering quality backed by service. Pivetal’s collection 3. Scrub thoroughly with a soft bristled brush to remove soil.
of hand instruments are guaranteed for life against manufacturing defects and workmanship, 4. Rinse under cool running tap water and aggressively flush hard-to-reach areas with a syringe to
provided that the instrument has been used for its intended surgical purpose and has been remove detergent residuals.
properly cared for. Pivetal will repair or replace the instrument without charge at our purview.* 5. Bathe in a neutral detergent per manufacturer’s recommendation using warm tap water for
3 minutes.
Our instruments are carefully examined and inspected during a multi-point review prior to shipping.
Any instrument that does not satisfy our quality checklist is sent to be further fine-tuned, cleaned, 6. Scrub thoroughly with a soft bristled brush to remove soil.
and polished before undergoing a secondary review. 7. Rinse under running reverse osmosis/deionized (RO/DI) water to remove detergent.
8. Sonicate in enzymatic detergent per manufacturer’s recommendation for 10 minutes.
*
Under the discretion of our repair facility, instruments that have not been properly cared for or
9. Rinse under running RO/DI water.
misused based on their intended purpose will nullify said warranty. Customers will be responsible
10. Dry with a disposable, lint-free cloth.
for the repair or replacement charges associated with any instrument deemed as such.
11. Visually inspect for cleanliness.
Tungsten carbide instruments are included under this warranty, except for their inserts, which have Ultrasonic Cleaning
separate restrictions (see below).
1. Follow Pre-Cleaning steps outlined above.
2. Submerge instruments fully opened in Ultrasonic Washer with cold distilled water and the
LIMITED WARRANTY – TUNGSTEN CARBIDE INSERTS
minimum effective concentration of enzymatic cleaner per manufacturer’s recommendation.
Pivetal’s surgical instruments with tungsten carbide inserts are covered under warranty for FIVE full 3. Ultrasonically clean instruments at 45 kHz for 10 minutes.
years of normal use upon purchase.
4. Rinse under cool running RO/DI water for 2 minutes and flush hinges and crevices with a
During this five-year period, any adjustments necessary including repair, sharpening (of tungsten syringe until water exiting instrument is clear of detergent.
carbide scissors) or replacement of the instrument is covered. A nominal charge will be made for 5. Dry with a disposable, lint-free cloth.
repairs upon expiration of the warranty period. All non-tungsten carbide portions of the instrument 6. Visually inspect for cleanliness. Repeat cleaning process, as necessary, until visually clean.
are guaranteed under the Pivetal Promise Lifetime Warranty mentioned above.
Automated Washer: Neutral pH Detergent
Note: The Pivetal Promise Lifetime Warranty does not apply to the scalpel blade handle #3 or 1. Follow Pre-Cleaning steps outlined above.
disposable blades. 2. Load instruments into automatic washer per manufacturer’s recommended orientation.
3. Wash instruments per mechanical washer parameters in table below.
4. Visually inspect for cleanliness. Repeat cleaning process, as necessary, until visually clean.

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Automated Washer: Low Impingement/High pH Detergent CYCLE TYPE PARAMETER MINIMUM SET POINT
1. Follow Pre-Cleaning steps outlined on page 21. Exposure Temp 270˚F (132˚C)
2. Load instruments into automatic washer per manufacturer’s recommended orientation.
Pre-Vacuum Exposure Time 4 minutes
3. Wash instruments per mechanical washer parameters in table below.
Dry Time 30 minutes
4. Low motor setting (low impingement) requires Neutral pH Cleaner to be replaced with
Alkaline Detergent with pH above 11 in Wash 1 Phase. Exposure Temp 275˚F (135˚C)
5. Visually inspect for cleanliness. Repeat cleaning process, as necessary, until visually clean. Pre-Vacuum Exposure Time 3 minutes

PHASE TIME DESCRIPTION DETERGENT Dry Time 30 minutes

Pre-Wash 1 2 min Pre-wash with cold tap water None Exposure Temp 270˚F (132˚C)
Gravity Displacement
Exposure Time 15 minutes
Enzyme Wash 1 min Enzyme spray and soak with hot tap water Enzymatic Detergent
Dry Time 30 minutes
Cold Water Rinse 15 sec Cold tap water rinse (2x) None
STORAGE
Wash 2 min Detergent wash with hot tap water Neutral pH Cleaner
After sterilization, instruments should remain in sterilization wrap and be stored in a clean and dry
Hot Water Rinse 15 sec Hot tap water rinse None environment. The devices are manufactured from non-degradable materials. When stored under
the recommended conditions, the shelf-life of this product is not limited.
Pure Rinse 10 sec Hot purified water None
MAINTENANCE
Drying 7 min Hot air dry None Apply lubricant on the connecting elements (locking mechanism) and moving parts only.
Note: It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that the maintenance of each instrument
is performed using the proper equipment, materials, and personnel to achieve the desired result.
Note: Ensure instruments are lubricated prior to sterilization and after last rinse cycle using a
This requires validation and routine monitoring of the washers and sterilizers used throughout
water-soluble product intended for surgical instruments.
the instrumentation process. Any deviation from the instructions provided may result in potential
adverse consequences. The manufacturer warranty is null and void in the event of improper use
RECOMMENDED STERILIZATION INSTRUCTIONS
or care of instruments.
Sterilization should be performed in a medical-grade instrument tray or disposable paper or
plastic pouch. Make certain that the instrument container is sealed in appropriate packaging for REPAIR
sterilization. Sterilize in compliance with the local guidelines for hospital hygiene. To ensure that all repairs are completed according to the manufacturer’s specifications, instruments
Sterilization of instruments may be accomplished by autoclave or ethylene oxide. Time and should only be repaired by an authorized repair facility.
temperature parameters required for sterilization vary according to type of sterilizer, cycle design, All products are guaranteed to be free from defects in material and workmanship at the time of
and packaging material. shipping. All of our products are designed and manufactured to meet the highest quality standards.
Autoclave Sterilization We cannot accept liability for failure of products which have been modified in any way from their
• Do not sterilize instruments at temperatures over 285°F (141°C). original condition.
• All ring-handled instruments must be autoclaved in the fully open position to prevent cracking of
the box lock.
• All instruments must be sterilized in the completely open position. Applicable instrument
disassembly should not require any mechanical tooling such as screwdrivers, pliers, etc.
• All devices shall be positioned to allow steam contact of all surfaces.
• All instruments with concave surfaces shall be placed so that the surfaces will drain water.
• Always verify parameters with sterilizer’s written instructions.
• The use of “flash" sterilization is not recommended, as it may shorten the life of instruments.

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