Autoclavable medical instrument case for reduced instrument corrosion
US8104614B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 30, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jan 31, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 16, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2202/182
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A case for storing medical instruments contains a rotating bracket for holding the instruments. The bracket is connected to the tray and hinged lid of the case via a movable frame, and the bracket movement is controlled by opening and closing of the lid. When the lid is closed, the bracket points the tips of the instruments downward to minimize water collection; and when the lid is opened, the instrument holding bracket rotates so that the instruments it holds are moved to a vertical position, facilitating instrument selection.
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