Autoclaveable handle with stripping mechanism to attach a...

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2011-01-25

2011-01-25

Dvorak, Linda C (Department: 3739)

Surgery

Instruments

Electrical application

C016S110100, C016S111100

Reexamination Certificate

active

07875027

ABSTRACT:
Embodiments of a handle for use in a surgical tool that uses electricity is disclosed. In one embodiment, the handle is autoclaveable and reusable, and includes connections between an electrical cable (e.g. for providing electrical energy and/or transmitting electrical signals) and an operating end of the tool. An insert member having arms for stripping wire or cable electrically connects the cable and the operating end of the tool, and a set screw may be provided to hold the cable in place. A clip member may also be provided to hold the handle to the rest of the tool. Method for using and assembling handle embodiments are also described.

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