Sklar Surgical Instruments · Thoracotomy Set · Ref. 98-2211

THORACOTOMY SET

Pre-configured 97-piece thoracotomy set instrument set by Sklar Corporation (ref. 98-2211) — German stainless steel, 51-point factory-inspected, backed by Sklar’s Lifetime Guarantee against manufacturing defects. Distributed by PCB Medical.

What’s included

German Stainless SteelLifetime Guarantee51-point QC130+ years heritage

A 130-year heritage of surgical excellence

Sklar — A Legacy of Excellence since 1882.

Sklar Corporation has been crafting surgical instruments in West Chester, Pennsylvania for over 130 years. Each instrument is forged from high-grade German stainless steel, finished to exacting surgical tolerances, and rigorously tested for reliability and function. Sklar’s quality system applies a 51-point incoming inspection to each component and a 6-point final check before shipment — every instrument that ships is verified by hand. Sklar instruments are backed by an industry-leading Lifetime Guarantee against manufacturing defects when used for their intended surgical purpose.

PCB Medical is an authorized distributor of Sklar surgical instruments. Every set ships with full Sklar warranty coverage, PCB Medical’s local support, and same-business-day quote response.

Set composition · Sklar Ref. 98-2211

What’s included in the Thoracotomy Set

Pre-configured for surgical procedures. 97 pieces across 45 distinct instruments — every instrument German stainless steel, ratchet-tested, and individually inspected against Sklar’s 51-point checklist before being assembled into the set.

Qty	Instrument	Reference
6	Sklar® Halsted Mosquito Hemostatic Forceps – 5", Curved Reusable	Sklar 17-1550
6	Sklar® Crile Hemostatic Forceps – 5-1/2", Curved Reusable	Sklar 17-3155
4	Sklar® Crile Hemostatic Forceps – 5-1/2", Straight Reusable	Sklar 17-3055
6	Sklar® Rochester-Pean Hemostatic Forceps – 6-1/4", Curved Reusable	Sklar 17-2262
4	Sklar® Rochester-Pean Hemostatic Forceps – 8", Curved Reusable	Sklar 17-2280
4	Sklar® Allis Tissue Forceps – 6", 4×5 Teeth Reusable	Sklar 36-2160
2	Sklar® Allis Tissue Forceps – 7-1/2", 5×6 Teeth Reusable	Sklar 36-2275
2	Sklar® Babcock Forceps – 8" Reusable	Sklar 36-1677
2	Sklar® Rochester-Ochsner Forceps – 6-1/4", Straight, Serrated, 1×2 Teeth Reusable	Sklar 17-2862
2	Sklar® Schnidt Tonsil Forceps Reusable	Sklar 74-3075
2	Sklar® Lawrence Forceps 10-3/4" Reusable	Sklar 55-2685
2	Sklar® Mixter Right Angle Forceps Reusable	Sklar 55-2892
2	Sklar® Gemini Forceps Reusable	Sklar 55-2898
1	Sklar® TC Mayo-Hegar / Masson Needle Holder – 10-1/2", Serrated Reusable	Sklar 21-8034
1	Sklar® TC Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder – 7", Serrated Reusable	Sklar 21-8032
1	Sklar® TC Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder – 8", Serrated Reusable	Sklar 21-8033
2	Sklar Edge™ TC Mayo Dissecting Scissors – 6-3/4", Curved Reusable	Sklar 16-1610
1	Sklar Edge™ TC Metzenbaum Dissecting Scissors – 7", Curved, Blunt/Blunt Reusable	Sklar 16-2110
2	Sklar Edge™ TC Metzenbaum-Nelson Bariatric Dissecting Scissors – 9", Curved, Blunt/Blunt Reusable	Sklar 16-2310
1	Sklar Edge™ TC Metzenbaum-Nelson Bariatric Dissecting Scissors – 11", Curved, Blunt/Blunt Reusable	Sklar 16-2311
1	Sklar Edge™ TC Mayo Dissecting Scissors – 6-3/4", Straight Reusable	Sklar 16-1510
2	Sklar® DeBakey Atraumatic Tangential Clamp Reusable	Sklar 52-6624
1	Sklar® Duval Lung forceps – 1" Jaw 9" Reusable	Sklar 36-2595
4	Sklar® Foerster Sponge Forceps – 9-1/2", Straight, Serrated Reusable	Sklar 87-2195
2	Sklar® Lorna (Edna) Towel Clamp – 5-1/4" Reusable	Sklar 47-2852
2	Sklar® Backhaus Towel Clamp – 5-1/4" Reusable	Sklar 47-2955
2	Sklar® Scalpel Handle – #3 Reusable	Sklar 06-2903
1	Sklar® Scalpel Handle – #7 Reusable	Sklar 06-2907
1	Sklar® Scalpel Handle – #3L Reusable	Sklar 06-2915
2	Sklar® Dressing Forceps – 6", Straight, Serrated Reusable	Sklar 19-1060
2	Sklar® Tissue Forceps – 6", Straight, 1×2 Teeth Reusable	Sklar 19-1260
2	Sklar® Dressing Forceps – 8", Straight, Serrated Reusable	Sklar 19-1080
2	Sklar® Tissue Forceps – 8", Straight, 1×2 Teeth Reusable	Sklar 19-1280
2	Sklar® DeBakey Atraumatic Tissue Forceps Reusable	Sklar 52-5195
2	Sklar® Potts-Smith Dressing Forceps – 10", Straight, Serrated Reusable	Sklar 52-3310
2	Sklar® Russian Tissue Forceps – 8" Reusable	Sklar 19-2280
2	Sklar® Adson Tissue Forceps – 4-3/4", Straight, 1×2 Teeth Reusable	Sklar 50-3047
1	Sklar® US Army Retractor Reusable	Sklar 60-1085
2	Sklar® Cushing Nerve and Vein Retractor Reusable	Sklar 50-1290
2	Sklar® Richardson Retractor Reusable	Sklar 60-1676
2	Sklar® Richardson Retractor Reusable	Sklar 60-1691
2	Sklar® Kelly Retractor Reusable	Sklar 60-1661
1	Sklar® Balfour Abdominal Retractor Reusable	Sklar 60-6710
1	Sklar® Zalkind Ribbon Retractor – 13" x 2" Reusable	Sklar 60-3620
1	Sklar® Zalkind Ribbon Retractor – 13" x 1-1/2" Reusable	Sklar 60-3615
97	Total pieces · 45 distinct instruments

Composition is the standard Sklar 98-2211 configuration. Custom configurations available — request a custom set quote.

Sklar quality system

51-point inspection · German stainless · hand-finished

Sklar’s quality system is built on inspection and material. Every Sklar instrument passes through a documented inspection process before shipment.

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51-point incoming inspectionEach component is checked against Sklar’s quality standards before being approved for assembly.
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6-point final inspectionEvery assembled instrument is hand-checked against a final 6-point checklist before being shipped.
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German Stainless SteelPremium surgical-grade material on OR Quality and Sklarlite™ lines. Hand-finished to exacting tolerances.

Why surgeons specify Sklar

Three reasons it’s the chosen brand for U.S. surgery centers.

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Lifetime GuaranteeSklar stainless steel instruments are guaranteed for life against manufacturing defects when used for their intended surgical purpose. Repair or replacement at no charge.
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5-yr carbide warrantyTungsten carbide jaw inserts (scissors, needle holders) covered for 5 years — sharpening, repair, or replacement at no charge during the warranty period.
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130+ years heritageSklar Corporation has been crafting surgical instruments since 1882. West Chester, PA headquarters. Trusted by U.S. hospitals, surgery centers, and clinics.

Quick reference

Set details

Reference data for the Sklar 98-2211 Thoracotomy Set distributed by PCB Medical.

Sklar reference98-2211

Set typeThoracotomy Set — pre-configured

Pieces / distinct items97 pieces · 45 distinct instruments

Quality tierSklar OR Quality (German stainless)

ReusabilityReusable · non-sterile (autoclave-compatible)

SterilizationSteam autoclave per Sklar IFU

Inspection51-point incoming + 6-point final

Warranty · stainlessLifetime against manufacturing defects

Warranty · carbide inserts5 years (sharpening, repair, replacement)

ManufacturerSklar Corporation · West Chester, PA · est. 1882

DistributionPCB Medical — authorized distributor

Catalogs

Download the Sklar reference catalogs

Two PDFs: the full Sklar Hospital Catalog (complete general-surgery reference) and the brochure specific to this set.

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General catalog

Sklar Hospital Catalog

Complete general-surgery reference — full Sklar instrument range, sets, configurations, and reference numbers.

Open full catalog (PDF) ↗

PDF · Sklar Corporation · distributed by PCB Medical

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This set

Thoracotomy Set — Brochure

Set-specific PDF brochure for ref. 98-2211 — full composition list, individual Sklar reference numbers, and PCB Medical distribution data.

Open set brochure (PDF) ↗

PDF · this set only · PCB Medical