Arthrex AR-1208L Cannulated Drill Bit 8mm Orthopedic 7"

Arthrex AR-1208L Cannulated Drill Bit 8mm Orthopedic 7"

• Model: AR-1208L
• Diameter: 8mm
• Cannulated
• Overall Length: 7 inches

The AR-1208L cannulated drill bit from Arthrex is designed to facilitate precise and controlled tunnel creation during knee ligament reconstructive procedures, particularly procedures involving the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) or posterior cruciate ligament (PCL). With its 8 mm diameter, this drill bit enables the formation of tunnels sized appropriately for graft fixation devices that correspond to that diameter—ensuring proper graft fit and optimal bone contact. The cannulated design allows the drill to be placed over a guide pin, improving accuracy of trajectory and enabling alignment with femoral or tibial footprints under arthroscopic visualization.

In operation, the surgeon first places a guide wire in the desired tunnel path (femoral or tibial) and then advances the 8 mm AR-1208L drill bit over that wire, ensuring that the tunnel track remains true to plan and avoids malalignment or damage to adjacent bone structures such as the posterior wall of the femur. Because many knee reconstruction procedures demand high precision in tunnel trajectory to replicate native anatomy and optimize graft function, the use of a well-engineered cannulated bit contributes to reproducibility and surgical workflow efficiency. The bit’s compatibility with Arthrex’s tool sets means it integrates seamlessly into ACL tool-boxes and instrumentation trays, reducing the need for custom bits outside the system.

From an instrumentation management and operational standpoint, the AR-1208L offers value to orthopedic surgical teams by standardizing one size of tunnel bit within the wider set of Arthrex cannulated drills. Because knee ligament reconstructions often require multiple tunnel diameters and lengths depending on graft type, bone quality and fixation method, having a reliable 8 mm cannulated bit helps streamline inventory, pre-operative planning, and intra-operative decision-making. As with all reusable surgical instruments, proper cleaning, inspection (for burrs or damage), and sterilization per manufacturer instructions are critical for safety, instrument longevity, and optimal surgical outcome.

These surgical instruments have been previously used and show visible signs of wear consistent with their prior usage. Despite these signs, they remain in a usable condition, suitable for continued medical procedures.