Blumenthal Bone Rongeur
Curved-jaw bone rongeur used for trimming and contouring bone, with versions sold for oral surgery as well as general orthopaedic work.
Reusable hand instrument
About the Blumenthal Bone Rongeur
The Blumenthal rongeur is a bone rongeur whose jaws are curved, and in some listings angled, relative to the handles. Squeezing the sprung handles closes the sharp, scoop-shaped jaws to bite off small pieces of bone.
Registry entries show the pattern in two main markets. Surgical instrument makers list Blumenthal bone rongeurs with slight, standard and strong curves under orthopaedic joint and limb rongeurs, while dental suppliers list angled-jaw Blumenthal rongeurs, including sharply angled versions, as dental rongeurs. The dental class is defined as rongeurs used to remove sharp edges of the alveolar bone after tooth extraction.
The degree of curvature is the main way variants differ; jaw width and length also vary by manufacturer.
Product reference: Accurate Surgical & Scientific Instruments — official product page. The listed company is shown as a source; check the catalogue for its role as manufacturer or supplier.
Common uses
- Bone trimming and contouring
- Smoothing alveolar bone after tooth extraction (dental versions)
Variations, sizes & configurations
Shapes
- Curved
Lengths
- 16cm
Specifications vary by manufacturer. Confirm exact dimensions and patterns in the manufacturer’s catalogue.
Catalogue specifications (Accurate Surgical & Scientific Instruments)
- Blumenthal Bone Rongeur Curved, 16cm
As published in the brand’s online catalogue. View official product ↗
Catalogue listings from manufacturers
| Brand | Catalogue item | Model no. | Size / length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accurate Surgical & Scientific Instruments (ASSI) | Blumenthal Bone Rongeur | ASSI.MTK2460715 | 16cm | Official site ↗ |
| Lenox Surgical Instruments | Blumenthal Bone Rongeur 150mm | LS17-161 | 150mm | Official site ↗ |
| Lenox Surgical Instruments | BLUMENTHAL Bone Rongeur 155 mm | LS17-160 | 155 mm | Official site ↗ |
| Lenox Surgical Instruments | Blumenthal Bone Rongeur 90° Curved | LD5-101 | Official site ↗ | |
| Hexamed | Blumenthal Bone Rongeur cvd 15.5cm | CI.1180.02 | 15.5cm | Official site ↗ |
| Hexamed | Blumenthal Bone Rongeur deep cvd 15.5cm | CI.1180.03 | 15.5cm | Official site ↗ |
| Hexamed | Blumenthal Bone Rongeur semi cvd 15.5cm | CI.1180.01 | 15.5cm | Official site ↗ |
| Lenox Surgical Instruments | Blumenthal Bone Rongeurs 45° Curved | LD5-102 | Official site ↗ | |
| Lenox Surgical Instruments | Lenox Instruments Blumenthal Bone Rongeurs 30° Curved | LD5-103 | Official site ↗ |
9 items listed in manufacturers’ own online catalogues, with sizes and model numbers as published. Check the exact item on the manufacturer’s page before ordering.
Companies offering this instrument
Accurate Surgical & Scientific Instruments
Westbury, United States
New York supplier of surgical instruments for many specialties, with offices on both US coasts.
Shown only where the company’s own catalogue or website lists this instrument.
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Questions about the Blumenthal Bone Rongeur
What is a Blumenthal Bone Rongeur used for?
Curved-jaw bone rongeur used for trimming and contouring bone, with versions sold for oral surgery as well as general orthopaedic work.
What lengths and sizes is the Blumenthal Bone Rongeur listed in?
Lengths recorded from the sources for this guide: 16 cm. Ranges differ between manufacturers, so confirm the exact size in the catalogue you order from.
Which configurations of the Blumenthal Bone Rongeur are documented?
This guide records these variations, shapes: Curved. See variations, sizes & configurations for the full list.
Where can I find catalogue listings for the Blumenthal Bone Rongeur?
9 items matching this pattern are listed from manufacturers’ own online catalogues: Lenox Surgical Instruments (5), Hexamed (3) and Accurate Surgical & Scientific Instruments (1). The catalogue table gives each model number and size as published, with a link to the official product page.
Which companies offer the Blumenthal Bone Rongeur?
Companies whose own catalogues list the Blumenthal Bone Rongeur include Accurate Surgical & Scientific Instruments. Check the exact pattern and size with the company.
Which instruments are related to the Blumenthal Bone Rongeur?
Other rongeurs in this directory include Beyer Rongeur, Bohler Rongeur, Cushing Disc Rongeur and Friedman Bone Rongeur. See all rongeurs.
What should I check when sourcing rongeurs?
- Pattern and size: compare the bite size, the jaw angle and the shaft length with the supplier’s catalogue drawing or a sample. For the Blumenthal Bone Rongeur this page records lengths of 16 cm and Curved shapes.
- Material: confirm the exact steel grade or alloy in the supplier’s documentation, such as the material specification or certificate.
- Finish and any coating, as stated by the supplier.
- Regulatory marking or registration required in your target market (see medical device certifications).
- Reprocessing: the cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation instructions in the manufacturer’s instructions for use (IFU).
Sources
- accuratesurgical.com/hand-surgery-bone-rongeurs/blumenthal-bone-rongeur/
- accessgudid.nlm.nih.gov/devices/00888118030450
- accessgudid.nlm.nih.gov/devices/00888118030467
- accessgudid.nlm.nih.gov/devices/00192896027220
- accessgudid.nlm.nih.gov/devices/00304040045107
Last checked 29 Oct 2026. Information is general reference, not clinical guidance.
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