V. Mueller AU18200 McGee Wire Crimping Forceps Delicate 3" ENT

V. Mueller AU18200 McGee Wire Crimping Forceps | 3" Delicate ENT | Stainless Steel

The V. Mueller AU18200 McGee Forceps is a highly specialized microsurgical instrument engineered for the most delicate maneuvers in ear surgery. Specifically designed for stapedectomy and ossiculoplasty, these forceps are the clinical standard for crimping the wire loop of a stapes prosthesis onto the long process of the incus.

Forged from premium surgical stainless steel, the AU18200 features an ultra-slim, "delicate" jaw profile. This allows the surgeon to apply precisely calibrated pressure to secure prosthetic hardware without fracturing the fragile ossicular chain or disturbing the surrounding middle ear structures.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: V. Mueller (Cardinal Health)

• Model / REF: AU18200

• Product Type: McGee Wire Crimping Forceps

• Specialty: Otolaryngology (ENT) / Otology

• Working Length: Approximately 3 Inches (7.6 cm)

• Jaw Profile: Ultra-Delicate / Microsurgical

• Material: High-Grade Surgical Stainless Steel

• Reusability: Fully Reusable / Autoclavable

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• Precision Wire Crimping: The distal jaws are engineered with a specific geometry that ensures a uniform, circular crimp. This is critical for the long-term stability of a stapes prosthesis, preventing subsequent conductive hearing loss due to a loose wire loop.

• Compact 3-Inch Reach: The shortened working length is optimized for use through an ear speculum. It provides the surgeon with a 1:1 tactile ratio, ensuring that every micron of movement at the handle translates into precise compression at the tip.

• Ultra-Low Profile Jaws: The "delicate" designation refers to the incredibly thin profile of the forceps' head. This allows for maximum visibility under the surgical microscope, ensuring the surgeon's line of sight is not obscured during the critical crimping phase of the procedure.

• Balanced Mechanical Advantage: The hinge and handle design are calibrated to provide smooth, non-ratcheted closure. This allows the surgeon to feel the "seat" of the wire against the bone, preventing over-compression and potential necrosis of the incus.

• V. Mueller Quality: Known for high-tolerance metallurgical standards, these forceps maintain their jaw alignment and tension through repeated sterilization and high-precision use.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Condition: Used – Excellent Clinical Condition.

• Integrity: This instrument has been rigorously inspected for jaw alignment and hinge smoothness. The delicate crimping surfaces are free of pitting, burrs, or mechanical play, ensuring 100% functional readiness for microsurgery.

• Professional Processing: Primis Medical utilizes an extensive cleaning and disinfection protocol for all pre-owned surgical assets. Our staff, with over 25 years of experience, ensures that each instrument meets AAMI standards for hospital readiness.

• Regulatory Compliance: As a Class II surgical instrument, the sale of this item is subject to FDA regulation. We will verify your status as an authorized medical purchaser prior to shipment.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Due to the fragile nature of the delicate tips, this instrument will be shipped with a protective tip-guard in a reinforced, custom-padded container to ensure safe arrival.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.