Synthes 309.180 Spare Reamer Tube For Hollow Reamer (309.200)

Synthes 309.180 Spare Reamer Tube For Hollow Reamer (309.200)

• Model: 309.180
• For Hollow Reamer 309.200

An orthopedic surgical instrument designed to resect bone (cut out part of the bone) and precisely shape a specific area of bone as it is advanced for the acceptance of a prosthetic implant, typically at or within a joint (e.g., condyle of knee, neck of humerus, olecranon of ulna). Commonly called a mill or a reamer it is typically designed as either a preshaped or a solid cylindrical body with an end/circumferential cutting edge, and is attached to a shaft for manual or powered rotation. It is typically made of a high-grade stainless steel alloy in varying sizes. This is a reusable device.

The Synthes 309.180 Spare Reamer Tube serves as a critical replacement component within the Synthes screw removal system—specifically functioning alongside the 309.200 Hollow Reamer. When a hollow reamer’s tube becomes worn, damaged, or otherwise unsuitable for use, the 309.180 tube can be quickly swapped in, restoring proper functionality for reaming around 2.0 mm cortex screws without requiring replacement of the entire reamer apparatus. This helps maintain surgical readiness while reducing overall costs.

Manufactured by DePuy Synthes, this reamer tube is supplied non-sterile, giving surgical teams the flexibility to sterilize it according to their protocols (e.g., standard autoclave procedures) before integration into the hollow reamer. Its precise design ensures a snug fit, preserving the structural integrity and cutting efficacy of the reamer assembly. Having spare tubes like the 309.180 on hand helps minimize procedural interruptions in the operating room by enabling rapid part replacement.

From a procurement standpoint, this component offers excellent value. Priced around US $90 for a brand-new, sealed unit—and about US $45 if opting for a reprocessed, open-package version—this spare tube provides cost-effective redundancy, ensuring clinics remain fully operational even when instrument parts wear out. Its availability through suppliers like Geosurgical makes inventory planning straightforward and keeps essential surgical tools accessible.