Standard

ASTM F1744:96(2016)

Oct 2016 Current

Existing or new amendments and versions must be purchased separately.

Language English

Services Online + Pdf CHF 52,00 Online CHF 44,00

There are no extended editions available for this standard

There are no available corrigendum or amendments for this standard. Any future corrigendum and amendments will be added automatically for subscribers.

Abstract

This guide is intended to provide a better understanding of the care of stainless steel surgical instruments intended for reuse. This guide is not intended for use with electrical, pneumatic, or other powered surgical instruments. The stainless steels most used are martensitic and austenitic types. The instruments shall be used only for their intended purpose, such as cutting, holding, clamping, retracting, and so forth. Undue stress or strain should be avoided when handling and cleaning. The guide includes care in particular for hemostatic forceps, needle holders, scissors, microsurgical instruments, instrument kits, and other sharp instruments. The instrument care specified includes cleaning, lubrication, and inspection. Testing, repair and restoration, and sterilization are specified.

Products specifications

Standard from ASTM
Published: October 1 2016
Edition: 96(2016)
Document type: IS
Pages
ISBN:

Publisher: ASTM
Distributor: ASTM
ICS: 11.040.30

Product Relations

Replaces: ASTM F1744:96(2008)e1

ASTM F1744:96(2016)

Create subscription