Manufacturer catalogue product · Needle Holders
Mathieu Needle Holder, 14 cm (5.5″)
Listed in the online catalogue of Hu-Friedy, model no. NHM.
Product details as published
| Brand | Hu-Friedy |
|---|---|
| Model no. | NHM |
| Length | 14 cm, 5.5" |
| Catalogue section | Surgical > Dental Needle Holders |
Details are copied from the manufacturer’s public catalogue (checked 29 October 2026). Product photos belong to the manufacturer and are shown on its own site. Confirm the exact item, specifications and regulatory status with the manufacturer before ordering.
About this instrument type
Mathieu Needle Holder: Plier-style needle holder with a single spring and a ratchet at the base of the handles, used where refined suturing is needed.
General reference for the pattern. Variants differ between manufacturers.
Questions about this product
Who lists the Mathieu Needle Holder, 14 cm (5.5″)?
It is listed in the online catalogue of Hu-Friedy under model number NHM. For price, availability and documentation, contact the company through its official product page.
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 Mathieu Needle Holder, 14 cm (5.5″) this page records length 14 cm, 5.5".
- 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).
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