Suture needle 3/8 spring eye
Suture needle 3/8 spring eye Suture needle 3/8 spring eye

The Aesculap Suture Needle 3/8 Spring Eye is a round-body, curved surgical needle with a taperpoint tip for controlled, smooth tissue passage. Measuring 80 mm in length with a 1.40 mm diameter, it offers precise handling for general soft‑tissue suturing. The spring eye design allows quick threading of suture without swaging for efficient setup. Supplied as 12 needles per pack, it’s a dependable choice for veterinary surgical kits and farm veterinary supplies.

Suture needle 3/8 spring eye

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Suture needle 3/8 spring eye

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The Aesculap Suture Needle 3/8 Spring Eye is a round-body, curved surgical needle with a taperpoint tip for controlled, smooth tissue passage. Measuring 80 mm in length with a 1.40 mm diameter, it offers precise handling for general soft‑tissue suturing. The spring eye design allows quick threading of suture without swaging for efficient setup. Supplied as 12 needles per pack, it’s a dependable choice for veterinary surgical kits and farm veterinary supplies.

About This Item

  • Suture needle for general soft-tissue suturing where a 3/8 circle, round-body, taperpoint needle is indicated.
12 needles per pack

What does “3/8 spring eye” mean on this suture needle?

3/8 refers to the needle’s curved geometry (3/8 of a full circle). The spring eye is an opening in the needle eye that allows you to insert the suture quickly without swaging.

What is a taperpoint tip best suited for?

A taperpoint tip is designed to spread and pass smoothly through soft tissue without cutting, making it appropriate where a cutting edge is not required.

What are the dimensions and pack size?

Each needle is 80 mm (3 1/8") long with a 1.40 mm diameter. The unit format is 12 needles per pack.

Is this needle sterile, disposable, or reusable?

The product details provided do not specify. Follow your clinic’s policies and local regulations for sterilization, reuse, or disposal.

Which suture materials can I use with the spring eye?

This spring eye design accepts suture by threading through the eye opening. Select suture types and sizes appropriate to your procedure and verify compatibility with your clinical protocols.

Can I use this needle for small animals or livestock procedures?

Use it where a 3/8 circle, taperpoint suture needle is indicated, according to clinician judgment and procedural requirements.

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