V. Mueller AU15310 ENT House Alligator Crimper Forceps 3-1/8"

V. Mueller AU15310 House Alligator Crimper Forceps | 3-1/8" Fine Serrated | ENT

The V. Mueller AU15310 House Alligator Crimper is a premier microsurgical instrument designed for the delicate task of securing middle ear prostheses. Developed in the tradition of the House Ear Institute, these forceps are engineered to crimp the wire loops of stapes prostheses onto the incus with absolute tactile precision.

Utilizing a classic alligator-style (pistol-grip) mechanical action, the AU15310 ensures that only the distal 8mm jaws move during closure. This allows the surgeon to maintain a perfectly steady line of sight through the surgical microscope, as the shaft remains stationary within the narrow confines of the ear canal.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: V. Mueller (Cardinal Health)

• Model / REF: AU15310

• Product Type: House Alligator Crimper Forceps

• Specialty: Otology / Neurotology (ENT)

• Working Length: 3-1/8 Inches (7.9 cm)

• Jaw Length: Approximately 8mm

• Jaw Type: Fine Serrated (Non-slip grip)

• Material: High-Grade Surgical Stainless Steel

• Reusability: Fully Reusable / Autoclavable

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• House-Style Precision: The 8mm jaws are specifically designed for the "House" technique of ossicular reconstruction. The fine serrations provide a secure, non-slip grip on micro-wires and Teflon structures, ensuring the prosthesis does not shift during the critical crimping phase.

• Stationary Shaft Visualization: In microsurgery, peripheral movement can be distracting. The alligator mechanism keeps the shaft fixed, allowing the surgeon to focus entirely on the jaw-to-tissue interface under high magnification.

• Ergonomic Tactile Feedback: The 3-1/8" reach is the clinical standard for trans-canal access. It provides the surgeon with a 1:1 tactile ratio, allowing them to feel the exact resistance of the wire against the bone to prevent over-crimping and subsequent necrosis.

• Low-Profile Jaws: The narrow profile of the jaws is optimized for the middle ear's tightest quadrants, such as the area around the stapes footplate and the facial nerve canal.

• V. Mueller Metallurgy: Forged from premium stainless steel, these forceps are tempered to maintain perfect jaw alignment and spring tension through years of high-frequency sterilization cycles.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: Used – Excellent Clinical Condition.

• Integrity: This instrument has been meticulously inspected for jaw alignment, serration integrity, and hinge smoothness. The jaws meet flush at the tip with zero mechanical play. The stainless steel finish is free of pitting, oxidation, or burrs.

• Professional Processing: Primis Medical performs an extensive cleaning and disinfection protocol for all pre-owned surgical assets. Our expert staff, with over 25 years of experience, ensures that each instrument meets AAMI and manufacturer standards for hospital readiness.

• Regulatory Compliance: As a Class II surgical instrument, the sale of this item is subject to FDA regulation. We will verify your status as an authorized medical purchaser prior to shipment.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: To protect the delicate 8mm jaws and the precision hinge, this instrument will be shipped with a protective tip-guard in a reinforced, custom-padded container to ensure safe arrival.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.