tungsten carbide jaws, double-action, front & side cutting, cuts up to 1/16″ (1.7 mm) diameter hard wire, 7″ (17.8 cm) Flush Wire Cutter is an instrument designed for use in cutting wires during surgical procedures. A variety of procedures require the insertion of wire to stabilize an inserted graft or fracture repair. This decreases potential for trauma and increases the speed of healing. This cutter features double-action tungsten carbide jaws that allow for precise cuts on wire up to 1.7 mm diameter. This instrument can be used for both front and side cutting.