Tap Sleeve For Tap

Description

Tap Sleeve For Tap

This tap protection sleeve guides a tap and shields soft tissue while threads are cut. It is listed for use with a 2.7 mm tap.

Why use a tap protection sleeve

A tap turning in a wound can catch tendons or vessels. Therefore the sleeve forms a protective tube around it. The tap also stays aligned with the drilled hole.

Sizes listed

The listing gives a 3.5 mm sleeve for a 2.7 mm tap. Please check this against your screw system. We can confirm compatibility before you order.

Who uses a tap protection sleeve

Small fragment and hand surgeons use tap sleeves during screw fixation. Also, foot surgeons use them near tendons. They suit maxillofacial work too.

Technique

Seat the sleeve against the bone over the drilled hole. Then pass the tap through it and turn steadily. Keep the sleeve still while tapping.

Fit matters

Sleeves must match both the tap and the drill hole. Consequently, mismatches cause problems in theater. Ask us if unsure.

Tap protection sleeve details

• 3.5 mm sleeve
• Listed for a 2.7 mm tap
• Protects soft tissue during tapping
• Supplied non-sterile

Care

Brush the bore to remove bone chips. Dry fully. Inspect the tip for burrs.

When you order

Teams receive three years against manufacturing defects with every tap sleeve by default. Before shipment, a staff member in Atlanta assesses this tap sleeve by eye. We gladly advise on choices for your clinic. To read about medical stainless steel, see ASTM F899. Most clinics order two of these to cover reprocessing time. Search the full orthopedic tools list for more. You may also want the tap and drill sleeve. For payment questions, see the FAQs.

Professional buyers only. Open our delivery policy for delivery windows. Our care and sterilization guide explains photo differences and nickel content.