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| Customization: | Available |
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| Application: | Medical Drill Bit |
| Material: | Hard Stainless Steel |
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Material & Metallurgy | Core Material | Premium Surgical Stainless Steel (e.g., 455/465):High strength, good corrosion resistance. Cobalt-Chromium-Molybdenum Alloy (CoCrMo - ASTM F1537):Superior wear & fatigue resistance. Solid Tungsten Carbide (WC):Extreme hardness, brittle. Hybrid (Carbide Tips on Steel Shank):Combines cutting performance with toughness. |
Coating | Titanium Nitride (TiN - Gold):Classic, increases hardness & lubricity. Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC - Black):Ultra-low friction, biocompatible. Zirconium Nitride (ZrN):High corrosion resistance. Uncoated/Electropolished. | |
Design & Geometry | Point Angle | Standard:118° (general purpose).Orthopedic:90°-100° (for cortical bone).Self-Centering:90° with chisel edge. |
Helix Angle (Flute Design) | High Helix (~40°):Efficient chip evacuation in soft bone/cancellous bone. Low Helix (~20°):Greater strength for hard/cortical bone. Parabolic Flute:Enhanced chip flow. | |
Tip Design | Standard Twist Drill, Brad Point (for precise entry), Trocar (sharp tip), Diamond Coated (for ceramics/composites). | |
Dimensions | Diameter Range | Micro:0.5 mm - 1.0 mm (for mini screws, dental). Standard:1.5 mm - 6.5 mm (orthopedic trauma). Large:7.0 mm - 15.0 mm (for reaming, acetabular prep). |
Working Length (Fluted Section) | Short:10 mm - 25 mm (for plates). Standard:30 mm - 60 mm. Long:70 mm - 150 mm (for intramedullary applications). | |
Total Length (with Shank) | Designed to fit standard surgical drill chucks (e.g., Jacobs chuck, quick-connect). Common: 65 mm - 200 mm. | |
Mechanical Performance | Core Hardness (HRC) | Stainless Steel:50 - 55 HRC. CoCr Alloy:45 - 50 HRC (softer core, hard surface via work-hardening). |
Surface Hardness (Coated) | TiN Coating:~80 HRC (equiv. Vickers 2400). DLC Coating:~90 HRC (equiv.). | |
Fatigue Strength | High-cycle fatigue tested (e.g., >50,000 cycles at specified torque). | |
Operational Performance | Cutting Efficiency | Optimized geometry reduces thrust force and heat generation. |
Chip Evacuation | Flute design prevents clogging, especially in deep holes. | |
Thermal Management | Design and coatings reduce heat transfer to bone (< 47°C threshold to prevent necrosis). | |
Compatibility | Drive System/Shank Type | Round Shank (for Jacobs Chuck), Hex Shank (3-flat, 6-flat for power tools), Quick-Coupling (for specific drivers).ANSI/ISO standard sizes. |
Compatible Drill Speed (RPM) | Guidelines: -Small Diameter (1-2mm):800-1500 RPM. -Medium (2.5-4.5mm):500-1000 RPM. -Large (>5mm):200-500 RPM. Speed depends on material and irrigation. | |
Sterilization & Reusability | Reusability Classification | Designed for Multiple Use (Limited Reuse):Can withstand validated reprocessing cycles (cleaning, lubrication, sterilization). |
Validated Sterilization Methods | Steam Autoclave (134°C), Low-Temperature Hydrogen Peroxide Plasma (e.g., STERRAD®), Ethylene Oxide (EtO). | |
Maximum Recommended Cycles | Typically 5 - 20 cycles, depending on material, use intensity, and inspection criteria. | |
Quality & Traceability | Manufacturing Standards | ISO 13485, ASTM F366 (Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Drill Pipe), ISO 6475 (Implants - Metal Bone Screws). |
Inspection | Dimensional (CMM), visual (microscopy), hardness, coating adhesion, and functional (drilling) tests. | |
Marking | Laser-etched with diameter, lot number, sometimes manufacturer ID. | |
Packaging | Initial Packaging | Individual sterile barrier pouch or in a set within a sterilizable case/tray. |
Reprocessing Packaging | Can be repackaged in sterilization pouches or trays for reuse. | |











