High-Performance Surgical Scalpel Blades
Universal Sutures (Unisur Lifecare Pvt. Ltd.) manufactures premium-grade single-use sterile Surgical Scalpel Blades engineered for ultra-clean, effortless skin and tissue incision. Crafted in automated cleanroom facilities in Bengaluru, India, each blade delivers uncompromised sharpness, structural rigidity, and burr-free edge geometry.
Our surgical blades comply strictly with international standards ISO 7740 and BS 2982, guaranteeing perfect locking fitment with standard surgical handles (No. 3, 3L, 4, 4L, and 7). Operating under ISO 13485 QMS and CE certifications, we supply hospital networks, government health tenders, and healthcare distributors across 60+ countries.
Technical Features & Manufacturing Advantages
Designed to meet the stringent demands of general, plastic, orthopedic, ophthalmic, and cardiovascular surgery.
Premium Raw Materials
Available in Swiss/Swedish Grade AISI 420 Stainless Steel for superior corrosion resistance, and high-purity Carbon Steel (Grade T10) for maximum edge retention.
Feather-Touch Sharpness
Automated precision grinding and micro-honing eliminate microscopic burrs, reducing tissue trauma and drag during delicate surgical procedures.
VCI Corrosion Protection
Carbon steel blades are wrapped in Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor (V.C.I.) lined foil pouches to safeguard against moisture and rust during long sea transit.
Validated Sterilization
Terminally sterilized via Gamma Radiation (minimum dose 25 kGy / 2.5 Mrad) or Ethylene Oxide (EO), delivering a 10⁻⁶ Sterility Assurance Level (SAL).
Guaranteed 5-Year Shelf Life
Hermetically sealed peel-open aluminum foil packs preserve sterile barrier integrity and sharpness for 5 years from manufacture.
ISO 7740 Handle Fitment
Precision-punched fitment slots ensure effortless attachment and secure non-slip seating onto standard reusable surgical handles.
Surgical Blade Range & Handle Compatibility
Comprehensive selection of small (Fitment No. 3) and large (Fitment No. 4) scalpel blade figures.
| Blade Size | Material Options | Fitment Handle | Primary Clinical Indications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Size 10 | Stainless Steel / Carbon Steel | Handle No. 3, 3L, 7 | Skin incisions in general surgery and thoracic procedures. |
| Size 11 | Stainless Steel / Carbon Steel | Handle No. 3, 3L, 7 | Stab incisions, arteriotomy, abscess drainage, and laparoscopic port entry. |
| Size 12 | Stainless Steel / Carbon Steel | Handle No. 3, 3L, 7 | Suture removal, ENT procedures, palatoplasty, and dental surgery. |
| Size 15 | Stainless Steel / Carbon Steel | Handle No. 3, 3L, 7 | Precise, short, and curved incisions in plastic, pediatric, and ophthalmic surgery. |
| Size 18 to 21 | Stainless Steel / Carbon Steel | Handle No. 4, 4L | Medium-to-large skin and muscle incisions in abdominal and orthopedic surgery. |
| Size 22 to 24 | Stainless Steel / Carbon Steel | Handle No. 4, 4L | Heavy tissue dissection, sternotomy, autopsy, and trauma surgery. |
| Size 36 | Stainless Steel / Carbon Steel | Handle No. 4, 4L | Specialized macro-incisions and pathology procedures. |
Turnkey OEM & Private Label Manufacturing
Universal Sutures partners with global medical brand owners, hospital suppliers, and importer-distributors to deliver customized surgical blade packaging solutions aligned with local health authority regulations.
- Custom Packaging: 100 pcs/dispenser box, unit foil packaging, and multi-language labeling (English, French, Spanish, German, Arabic).
- Private Brand Artwork: In-house artwork department supporting distributor logo branding and barcoding (GS1 DataMatrix compatible).
- Regulatory Dossier Support: CE documentation, Free Sale Certificates (FSC), ISO 13485 QMS audit support, and Certificate of Analysis (CoA) per lot.
Surgical Blade Sourcing & Procurement FAQ
Our surgical blades are manufactured from top-tier Swiss/Swedish Stainless Steel (Grade AISI 420) and High-Carbon Steel (Grade T10). Carbon steel blades feature V.C.I. (Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor) foil wrapping to prevent oxidation during storage.
Each blade is individually sealed in an airtight, peelable aluminum foil sachet and terminally sterilized using Gamma Radiation (25 kGy minimum dose) or Ethylene Oxide (EO). They carry a 5-year guaranteed shelf life.
Yes, all surgical blades adhere strictly to ISO 7740 and BS 2982 standards, ensuring precise micro-fitment with standard surgical handles No. 3, 3L, 4, 4L, and 7.
Yes, Universal Sutures offers full OEM service including customized foil pouch printing, box packaging artwork (100 pcs/box), custom master carton branding, and complete CE regulatory dossiers for market registration.