Manufacturer catalogue product · Needle Holders
Crile Wood Needle Holder Tungsten Carbide 9″

Product details as published
| Length | 9″ |
|---|---|
| Material | tungsten carbide |
Details are copied from the manufacturer’s public catalogue (checked 29 October 2026). The product photo is the manufacturer’s own and belongs to it. Confirm the exact item, specifications and regulatory status with the manufacturer before ordering.
About this instrument type
Crile-Wood Needle Holder: Narrow-jawed, ratcheted needle holder with a tapered blunt tip, for small to medium needles in both continuous and interrupted closures.
General reference for the pattern. Variants differ between manufacturers.
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Questions about this product
What should I check when sourcing needle holders?
- Pattern and size: compare the jaw pattern, any jaw inserts and the ratchet or lock, together with the length with the supplier’s catalogue drawing or a sample. For the Crile Wood Needle Holder Tungsten Carbide 9″ this page records length 9″.
- Material: this guide records tungsten carbide (as published); 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).
Further reading
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