Dilator 14.8mm Titanium – 218mm length

The Dilator 14.8 mm Titanium, 218 mm Length is a specialized surgical instrument used during minimally invasive spine surgery. It is designed to gradually dilate soft tissue and muscle layers, helping create a controlled access corridor to the operative site before placement of a tubular retractor. This dilator features a 14.8 mm diameter and 218 mm working length , making it suitable for procedures requiring narrow-profile dilation with extended surgical reach. Its smooth tapered profile supports guided advancement through soft tissue while helping reduce unnecessary tissue disruption. Made from titanium , the dilator offers lightweight, durable, and corrosion-resistant construction suitable for repeated professional use. The instrument may be used as part of a complete MIS tubular retractor system with sequential dilators, tubular retractors, a flexible arm, and table clamp fixation, depending on the surgical setup. The Dilator 14.8 mm Titanium, 218 mm Length is suitable for hospitals, spine surgery centers, neurosurgery departments, orthopedic operating rooms, and advanced surgical facilities. It is intended for use by trained spine surgeons, neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, and qualified operating-room professionals. Key Features Titanium surgical dilator Diameter: 14.8 mm Length: 218 mm Designed for minimally invasive spine surgery Supports controlled soft-tissue dilation Helps prepare the access pathway for tubular retractor placement Smooth tapered profile supports controlled insertion Extended length supports deeper surgical access Lightweight, durable, and corrosion-resistant construction Reusable surgical instrument Suitable for MIS tubular retractor system workflows Intended for trained surgical professionals only Standard Specifications Specification Details Product Name Dilator 14.8 mm Titanium Diameter 14.8 mm Length 218 mm Material Titanium Instrument Type Surgical Dilator Application Minimally invasive spine surgery Common Use Soft-tissue dilation, access preparation, tubular retractor placement Design Smooth tapered dilator profile Reusability Reusable Sterilization Autoclavable according to hospital and manufacturer protocol User Qualified spine surgeons and trained surgical professionals Environment Hospital, spine center, neurosurgery OR, orthopedic OR Applications Minimally invasive spine surgery Sequential tissue dilation Tubular retractor access preparation Lumbar spine access Spinal decompression procedures Discectomy procedures Laminectomy approaches Fusion-related surgical access where clinically indicated Deep-access MIS spine procedures Neurosurgical spine procedures Orthopedic spine procedures Benefits Supports controlled tissue dilation Helps create a stable pathway for tubular retractor placement Narrow diameter supports controlled access preparation Extended length supports deeper surgical reach Helps reduce unnecessary soft-tissue disruption during access preparation Lightweight titanium construction supports comfortable handling Durable and corrosion-resistant for repeated professional use Suitable for MIS spine system workflows FAQs What is the Dilator 14.8 mm Titanium, 218 mm Length used for? It is used to gradually dilate soft tissue and prepare an access pathway during minimally invasive spine surgery. What does 14.8 mm mean? The 14.8 mm measurement refers to the dilator diameter. What does 218 mm length mean? The 218 mm length refers to the working length of the dilator, supporting deeper surgical access during MIS procedures. What material is this dilator made from? This dilator is made from titanium , which provides a lightweight, durable, and corrosion-resistant surgical instrument profile. Is this dilator reusable? Yes, this type of titanium surgical dilator is generally designed as a reusable instrument. Cleaning and sterilization should follow hospital and manufacturer protocols. Is it used alone or with a tubular retractor system? It is typically used as part of a minimally invasive spine retractor system with sequential dilators and tubular retractors. Who should use this product? This product should only be used by trained spine surgeons, neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, and qualified operating-room professionals.