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ASTM F1079-87(2014)

Historical Reaffirmation

Standard Specification for Inserted and Noninserted Surgical Scissors

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1.1 This specification covers general workmanship aspects of inserted and noninserted stainless steel scissors fabricated from stainless steel and intended for reuse in surgery.

1.2 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test method described in this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.


This specification covers the general workmanship aspects of inserted and noninserted 410, 410K, 416, 420, 420A, and 420B martensitic stainless steel scissors intended for reuse in surgery. Inserts should be made of stellite, tungsten carbide, or other suitable materials. The instruments should conform to the required values of corrosion resistance cutting ability, Rockwell hardness, and physical properties after passivation and heat treatment. The products should also have finger rings, joints, cutting edges, pivot screws, and finish that are of the required quality.


SDO ASTM: ASTM International
Document Number F1079
Publication Date Oct. 1, 2014
Language en - English
Page Count 2
Revision Level 87(2014)
Supercedes
Committee F04.33
Publish Date Document Id Type View
Feb. 1, 2008 F1079-87R08E01 Revision
Feb. 1, 2022 F1079-87R22 Reaffirmation
Oct. 1, 2014 F1079-87R14 Reaffirmation
Feb. 1, 2008 F1079-87R08 Reaffirmation
Jan. 1, 1998 F1079-87R98 Reaffirmation
Sept. 25, 1987 F1079-87R02 Reaffirmation