Murdoch Eye Lid Speculum, With Locking Mechanism — Overview

The Murdoch Eye Lid Speculum with locking mechanism (S1-540-00 family) is a nasal-approach retractor available in 12mm and 15mm blade sizes, with a compact 5.75cm total length and 20mm blade spread, secured by a locking mechanism that fixes the blade position once set.

Locking Mechanism

The locking feature holds the blade spread at a chosen position, preventing drift during the procedure regardless of incidental pressure on the instrument — giving the surgeon a stable, unchanging exposure once locked, similar in purpose to the locking screws and nuts found on other specialized specula in this range.

Two Sizes

The 12mm size suits narrower palpebral fissures or more conservative exposure needs; the 15mm size provides wider access for cases needing more working room. This design is directly paired with a non-locking version (Murdoch Eye Lid Speculum Without Locking Mechanism) sharing the same compact dimensions, letting surgeons choose based on whether they want the locking feature for a given case.

Clinical Use

This speculum is used in general anterior segment and cataract surgery by surgeons who want a fixed, non-drifting exposure at a compact instrument scale.

Material and Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel and hand-finished in Sialkot, Pakistan, with the locking mechanism integrated into the compact frame design.

Sterilization and Care

Fully autoclavable. The locking mechanism should be checked for smooth, secure operation before each use, alongside standard blade and spring checks.

Ordering

The Murdoch Eye Lid Speculum, With Locking Mechanism, is available as S1-540-06 (12mm) and SA-540-07 (15mm). Scatter Instruments supplies this range internationally to hospitals, surgery centers, and distributors, with bulk pricing and OEM or private-label branding available on request.