Mercedes Rib Spreader

Description

Mercedes Rib Spreader

The Mercedes rib spreader opens the chest wall and holds the ribs apart during thoracic surgery. You can buy it alone, as a complete set, or pick up blades separately.

Three ways to order

The complete set suits a new thoracic tray. By contrast, the frame-only option fits a team that already owns blades. Also, loose blades let you replace or add one size at a time.

Blade sizes

Blades come in 48 x 68 mm and 70 x 75 mm. The smaller pair suits a narrower incision. However, the larger pair spreads the load across more rib surface.

Spares for busy theaters

Blades see the most handling during setup and reprocessing. So a spare pair keeps the tray complete if one goes out for repair. Plus, you can switch blade size without opening a second tray.

Choosing your setup

Many buyers start with the complete Mercedes rib spreader and add blades later. Then a second frame makes sense as a backup. That way, a single damaged part never takes the whole instrument out of service.

Cleaning Mercedes rib spreader

Remove the blades before cleaning so water reaches every contact surface. Next, brush the frame and the blade mounts, then rinse well. Finally, dry each part and store the blades beside their frame in one tray.

Mercedes rib spreader specifications

• Complete set, spreader only, or blades only
• Blades: 48 x 68 mm
• Blades: 70 x 75 mm
• Blades sold separately

Why buy from us

Also, every instrument we sell carries three years of cover against manufacturing defects. Then our Atlanta office checks every order before dispatch. You can find care tips in our FAQs. Meanwhile, ASTM F899 describes the steel grades used for surgical instruments. For a lighter frame, see our Burford aluminum spreader. Our full range sits in the cardiovascular and thoracic category.

For professional use only. See our care and sterilization guide for notes on photos and materials, and our returns policy before you order.