Description
Specifications
| Versions | Sterile and Non-Sterile |
| Use | Removes debris and scuff marks from a rigid endoscope distal window |
| Substrate | Foam backing with a fine micro-abrasive mesh |
| Grit | Tuned to clear a view in fewer than six firm swipes |
| Sterile Version | Pre-sterilized for the sterile field |
| Latex Free | Yes |
| Single Use | Yes |
| Packaging | Pack of 10 |
| Modality | Arthroscopy and rigid endoscopy |
| Category | Misc. Accessories |
Sterile and Non-Sterile Options
You get two versions of the same pad. The sterile pad comes pre-sterilized, so it can go straight into the sterile field and clean a scope during a live procedure without breaking sterility. The non-sterile pad does the same job for cleaning before a case is set up or after it wraps, where sterility is not a concern. Most teams keep both on hand and reorder them with their other imaging supplies.
Key Features
- Clears debris and light scuff marks from the distal window of a rigid endoscope
- Grit level tuned to restore a clear view in fewer than six firm swipes
- Gentle enough to avoid scratching the lens or tearing your gloves
- The sterile version comes pre-sterilized for use inside the sterile field
- Non-sterile version handles pre-procedure and post-procedure cleaning
- Single-use and latex-free, sold in packs of 10
How to Use the Buffing Pad
Hold the pad in one hand and wipe the tip of the scope across the mesh surface. A few firm swipes lift the debris and scuffs off the distal window and bring the view back, usually in fewer than six passes. Use one pad per case and then discard it, since each one is single-use. The grit is set to clean without cutting into the lens coating, so normal use will not mark the instrument.
Where It Fits
The buffing pad is built for rigid endoscopes, so it earns its place in arthroscopy and other rigid-scope procedures where a clear distal window matters. Keep the sterile pads with your procedure trays for use during a case, and keep the non-sterile pads in the cleaning area for setup and turnover. Either way, a clean scope means less time lost to a dirty or scuffed view.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the sterile and non-sterile pads?
The sterile pad is pre-sterilized so it can be used inside the sterile field during a procedure. The non-sterile pad is for cleaning before or after a case, outside the sterile field. The cleaning action is the same on both.
Will the pad scratch the scope lens?
No. The grit level is set to lift debris and light scuffs without cutting into the lens coating, and it will not tear your gloves during normal use.
How many pads come in a pack?
Each pack holds 10 pads. Every pad is single-use, so you start each case with a fresh surface and discard it after.
What procedures is it used for?
It is made for rigid endoscopes, which makes it a fit for arthroscopy and similar rigid-scope work where a clear distal window matters.
