Full function through an access of a few millimetres.

Eight variants across five series for thoracoscopic and minimally invasive surgery, six of them with a tungsten carbide insert. The sliding shaft transmits movement without play — where there is no room for a joint.

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Dual-pivot design
The double-pivot system transfers the ring-handle motion precisely to the jaws.
VATS-optimized & port-compatible
Specially designed for video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery. Shaft optimized for 5 mm ports.
TC inserts, gold standard
Tungsten carbide inserts on the jaws for superior grip strength and wear resistance.

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Certified to ISO 13485:2016VATS-optimized5 mm port-compatible100% Made in Germany

The technology

The sliding shaft makes the difference.

The sliding shaft delivers the full functionality of an open instrument through a minimal access point. Every shaft is manufactured to micrometer tolerances, and the sliding mechanism runs with absolutely no play.

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Highlights

What makes the sliding shaft special.

Technology

Sliding shaft technology

The sliding shaft delivers full instrument functionality through ports and the smallest access points.

Mechanism

Dual-pivot design

The unique double-pivot system transfers the ring-handle motion precisely to the jaws.

Application

VATS-optimized

Specially developed for video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery. Slim, port-ready profile.

Jaw

TC inserts, gold standard

Tungsten carbide inserts provide superior grip strength and significantly longer service life.

Compatibility

Port-compatible

Designed for standard trocars and ports. Shaft diameter optimized for 5 mm and larger.

Origin

100 % Made in Germany

Developed in close collaboration with thoracic surgeons. Manufactured to ISO 13485:2016.

Application

Developed for minimally invasive access.

Thoracic Surgery

VATS

Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery: full instrument function through the 5 mm port.

Minimally Invasive

MIS

Gentle procedures through the smallest access points, with no compromise on precision and grip strength.

Deep Access

Endoscopy

The dual-pivot design transfers every movement precisely, even with long, slim shafts.

Cardiac Surgery

MICS

Minimally invasive cardiac surgery through small access points, with the reliability of an open instrument.

The instruments

Sliding shaft instruments at a glance.

Needle holders, grasping forceps and scissors in sliding shaft design, for minimally invasive access.

Sliding Shaft Needle Holder

Full needle-holder function through the port. With TC inserts for a secure needle grip.

Sliding Shaft Grasping Forceps

Atraumatic tissue grip even deep in the thorax, precisely controlled via the ring handle.

Sliding shaft instrument with ring handle

Ring Handle Design

The dual-pivot system transfers every movement of the ring handle precisely to the tip.

Further Designs

From scissors to specialty instruments, as a sliding shaft variant for your access.

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Technical Data

All specifications at a glance.

Shaft & Access

Shaft diameter: 5 mm (others on request)
Compatibility: Standard trocars and ports
Mechanism: Dual-pivot, sliding shaft
Application: VATS, minimally invasive surgery
Standard: ISO 13485:2016

Jaws & Material

Inserts: Tungsten Carbide (TC)
Material: Stainless Steel, Titanium
Handle: Ring handle, ergonomic
Manufacturing: Micrometer tolerances
Standard: ISO 13485:2016

Designs

Instruments: Needle holder, grasping forceps, scissors
Tip shape: Straight, curved
Custom build: To your drawing
Use: Thoracic surgery, MIS
Standard: ISO 13485:2016