Description
Chirmax Steel Wire
Non-absorbable surgical suture – Non-absorbable stainless steel wire. Monofilament surgical steel wire made of 316LVM implant steel. Suture color of this version: steel-colored.
Properties
- Most inert of all sutures
- Maximum tensile strength
- Fixed or rotating (axial) needles
- Supplied in long pack
Areas of Application
- Abdominal wound closure
- Sternal closure
- Orthopedic procedures
- Tendons
Contraindications
Contraindicated in cases of known sensitivity to steel, chromium, or nickel, and when radiotransparency of the suture material is required (possible interference with radio diagnostics).
Technical Specifications
| Type |
Monofilament (wire), fixed or rotating (axial) needles |
| Composition |
Monofilament surgical steel wire made of 316LVM implant steel |
| Resorption |
Non-absorbable |
| Tissue Reaction |
Minimal |
| Color |
Steel-colored |
| USP Size Range |
1 to 7 |
| Sterilization |
Sterile packed (EO), CE certified, manufactured according to ISO 13485 / GMP |
Forms of Supply
With atraumatic needle (single thread), as pre-cut ligature threads (multiple packs, e.g., 3 × 45 cm) or as a Chirapack reel (300 cm, 20 pieces per box). Needle codes: HR = ½-circle round body, HS = ½-circle cutting, DS = ⅜-circle cutting, DR = ⅜-circle round body, GS/GR = straight, HRT = Tapercut, X = extra strong, s = slim.
Manufacturer: CHIRMAX (CTI Group) – over 85 years of experience in suture manufacturing. Medical device for use by medical professionals.
