Cheatle Forceps
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Cheatle forceps are long, angled transfer forceps for handling sterile dressings and instruments without hand contact. The serrated jaws provide a firm grip, while the extended reach keeps hands away from heat and helps maintain asepsis. Durable stainless steel construction and easy sterilization make them a dependable choice for operating theatres, labor rooms, and dressing stations seeking safe, efficient sterile setup.
Description
Cheatle forceps are long, scissor-style transfer forceps used to handle sterile instruments, dressings, and trays without hand contact. The elongated shanks and angled, serrated jaws let clinicians pick items from sterilizers, drums, or gallipots while keeping hands away from hot surfaces and maintaining aseptic technique. Made from surgical-grade stainless steel, they are corrosion resistant and fully autoclavable for repeated use in operating theatres and procedure rooms.
Key features and benefits
• Angled jaws with longitudinal serrations for secure, non-slip grip on packs, bowls, and instruments.
• Long reach to safely access sterilizers and drums while protecting hands from heat and steam.
• Ring handles with smooth spring action for precise control and minimal fatigue.
• Box joint construction for durability and consistent alignment.
• Stainless steel body that resists corrosion and tolerates high-temperature sterilization.
• Available in straight or curved patterns to suit different picking angles and setups.
Typical applications
• Transferring sterile dressings, instruments, and gauze to a sterile field.
• Retrieving items from sterilizers, antiseptic containers, or instrument drums.
• Maintaining asepsis during minor procedures in theatres, emergency rooms, labor wards, and outpatient clinics.
• Setting up dressing trolleys and surgical trays.
How it compares
Compared with artery or tissue forceps, Cheatle forceps are longer, with broader, serrated jaws designed for grasping packs and containers rather than tissue. They provide better reach and heat safety than short dressing forceps, making them the preferred tool for sterile transfer tasks.
Quality and compliance
Professional forceps are typically manufactured under medical-device quality systems and may carry CE marking. Stainless steel used for surgical instruments commonly conforms to international material standards. Always verify the specific model’s certifications and reprocessing instructions before clinical use.
Who should buy
Hospitals, clinics, and sterile services that need a reliable, easy-to-sterilize instrument for safe transfer of sterile items and consistent aseptic setups.
