Aesculap HF-477 Flat Fine-Tip Nippers

AESCULAP HF-477 NIPPER

The Aesculap HF-477 is a compact and precise nipper measuring 11.35 cm, specifically designed for cutting nail corners. Its stainless steel construction and smooth-surface handle provide control and durability, while the single foldable spring plate ensures smooth and even opening. Aesculap, with more than a century of experience, combines advanced technology and craftsmanship to achieve instruments of consistent quality and high precision. Product non-sterile as supplied, sterilizable and reusable.

INDICATIONS FOR USE:

Cutting nail corners in professional manicure and pedicure.

FEATURES:

BRAND: Aesculap
MATERIAL: Stainless steel
CONDITION: Non-sterile (sterilizable product) · Reusable
HANDLE: Smooth surface
SPRING: Single foldable plate
TOTAL LENGTH: 11.35 cm
WIDTH (closed): 4.0 cm
WIDTH (open, with plate): 5.6 cm
BLADE LENGTH: 1.2 cm
WEIGHT: 40 g.

REPLACEMENT:

Replacement Spring Aesculap Nippers(Ref. 13.450.6) > go

INITIAL RECOMMENDATIONS:
Perform visual and mechanical check before use.
Clean, disinfect, and sterilize before first use and after each use.
Remove from service broken, damaged, or rusty instruments.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE:

During use

Remove visible dirt immediately; avoid delays > 1 h before reprocessing.

Manual cleaning

• Prefer dry removal; if not sufficient, wash with distilled water, including cavities/grooves (pressurized water).
• Use soft-bristle plastic brush and dry carefully (lint-free cloth/compressed air).

Cleaning and disinfection

• Ultrasonic bath or container with suitable disinfectant according to manufacturer’s instructions.
• Keep instruments separated to avoid collisions; rinse thoroughly with distilled water and dry.

Lubrication before sterilization

Apply protective oil to joints; open/close to distribute and remove excess. The film is permeable to steam.

Steam sterilization (Europe): 121 °C · 15 min · 110 kPa or 134 °C · 3 min · 210 kPa.

CORROSION PREVENTION:

• Pitting: minimize contact with saline/iodine solutions; rinse with demineralized water.
• Microbiological: do not delay reprocessing; avoid drying of residues.
• Erosion: do not use steel wool or metal brushes; avoid shocks/collisions in ultrasonic baths.
• Galvanization: do not wash with non-stainless materials.
• Oxidation: avoid prolonged immersion; dry completely (including cavities).
  
  WARNINGS AND STORAGE:
• Non-sterile: reprocess before use.
• Exclusive use by qualified personnel; keep out of reach of children.
• Store in a clean, cool, dry place; protect from direct sunlight.