Kalt Needle Holder Straight 14.0 cm (5.5)

Controlled Needle Handling Across Surgical Workflows

The Kalt needle holder is a 5 5/8-inch instrument for grasping, positioning, and guiding suture needles during suturing. Its medium, straight profile provides a familiar approach, while the 10.0 mm finely serrated jaws are designed to help maintain needle contact during controlled handling. The flat handle and integrated lock support a consistent grip and secure positioning as the operator works through routine suturing tasks. This configuration can fit instrument setups used in cardiovascular, general surgery, and ophthalmic workflows, with its standard weight class offering practical handling for repeated procedural use without adding unnecessary complexity to the instrument table.

Use Cases

• Grasp and guide suture needles during general surgical closure and tissue approximation.
• Support controlled needle handling in cardiovascular procedures where a straight needle holder is appropriate to the operative approach.
• Use in ophthalmic instrument setups when the selected suture and technique call for a medium straight needle holder.
• Apply the finely serrated jaws to help maintain contact with the needle during positioning and passage.
• Use the locking handle when a secured grip is useful during needle loading, transfer, or controlled suturing steps.

Specifications

Care & Handling

• Clean the instrument according to facility procedures and the applicable manufacturer instructions.
• Inspect the finely serrated jaws, lock, and handle before use for visible soil, damage, or impaired movement.
• Handle the jaws carefully to preserve their serrated gripping surfaces and straight alignment.
• Store the needle holder in a manner that protects the jaws and prevents unnecessary contact with other instruments.

Specifications

General use; follow facility protocols.