Weck Hem-o-lok® Large Ligating Clip Applier (544181) – 11" Curved

The Weck 544181 is a precision-engineered surgical instrument designed for the delivery and closure of Large (Purple) Hem-o-lok polymer ligating clips. This 11-inch applier features a curved jaw, which is essential for navigating around vital structures and achieving the correct angle of ligation in deep surgical sites.

Constructed from high-grade surgical stainless steel, the 544181 provides the tactile feedback and closing pressure required to ensure a permanent, leak-proof seal on vessels and tissue bundles. The Hem-o-lok system is a preferred choice for many surgeons due to its "Cool Jaw" design and the fact that polymer clips do not produce the imaging artifacts often seen with titanium alternatives.

Key Features

• Manufacturer: Teleflex / Weck

• Model Number: 544181

• Clip Size Compatibility: Large (L) / Purple Clips

• Overall Length: 11 inches (28 cm)

• Jaw Type: Curved

• Material: Premium Surgical Stainless Steel

Clinical & Operational Advantages

• Deep Cavity Access: The 11-inch length allows for comfortable reach during complex open procedures, such as radical prostatectomy or nephrectomy, where deep vascular control is required.

• Positive Locking Feedback: Engineered to provide a distinct "tactile click" upon full clip closure, giving the surgeon immediate confirmation of a secure ligation.

• Curved Visibility: The curved jaw improves the line of sight at the vessel, allowing the surgeon to see behind the structure they are ligating to avoid accidental entrapment of adjacent tissue.

• Radiolucent Compatibility: Because this applier is designed for polymer clips, the resulting ligation is CT and MRI compatible, ensuring clear post-operative imaging.

Condition

• Status: Used – Usable Condition (USED-SI).

• Functional Status: The spring mechanism is responsive, and the jaws are perfectly aligned for consistent clip loading and closure.

• Cosmetic Status: Shows visible signs of wear consistent with professional surgical use, including minor surface scuffs or typical sterilization patina.

• Sterilization Note: This instrument is provided non-sterile. It must be professionally cleaned and autoclaved per your facility's validated surgical protocols prior to use.

Warranty

• ✔ Primis "Secure-Lock" Guarantee

  We guarantee the Weck 544181 will load and close Large Hem-o-lok clips correctly. If the jaws are misaligned or the spring fails upon arrival, Primis Medical will provide a full refund or replacement.

Applications

The Weck 544181 is essential for:

• Urology: Ligation of the renal artery and vein or dorsal vein complex.

• General Surgery: Secure closure of the cystic duct or mesenteric vessels.

• OB/GYN: Managing high-volume tissue bundles during hysterectomy.

What’s Included

• (1) Weck 544181 Hem-o-lok Ligating Applier (Large, 11" Curved)

Shipping

• Fast and secure shipping.

• Ships within 1-2 business days.

• Packaged with tip protection to ensure the jaws remain in perfect alignment during transit.