The Stainless Steel Bending Tattoo/Dental Sterilization Tray, often called a “wrapping plate” or “folding plate,” is a specialized tool designed to facilitate the aseptic wrapping of instrument packages prior to sterilization. It ensures a neat, secure bundle that maintains sterility post-autoclave.
Technical Specifications & Material Science: Made from high-quality 304 stainless steel sheet, this tray is a flat, rectangular plate with perforations across its surface and distinctive bent or folded-up edges on two or four sides. These raised edges (typically 1-2 cm high) create a shallow containment area. The perforations are crucial for allowing steam to penetrate the sterilization wrap during the autoclave cycle. The plate is rigid, easy to clean, and autoclavable itself.
Industry Standards & Compliance: Supports sterile processing standards (ANSI/AAMI ST79) by enabling proper packaging. The material is medical-grade and corrosion-resistant.
Application Scenarios: A staple in central sterilization departments (CSSD), dental clinics, and tattoo studios. Used to assemble and wrap sets of instruments (e.g., a dental examination kit, a tattooing needle cluster) in sterilization pouches or woven/non-woven wraps before placing them in the autoclave.
Usage Guidelines: 1) Place a square of sterilization wrap or open a pouch on the plate. 2) Arrange the dry, cleaned instruments in the center. 3) Fold the wrap over the instruments and the plate, using the plate’s edges as a guide for neat, consistent folds. 4) Secure with autoclave tape or self-seal the pouch. 5) Remove the wrapped bundle from the plate. The plate is then ready for the next set. It streamlines the packaging process and creates a standardized package size.
Market Value Proposition: This simple tool is essential for efficient, compliant sterile processing. It saves time, reduces frustration in wrapping, and produces professional, secure packages that are less likely to tear or open prematurely. For suppliers, it is a low-cost, high-utility item that complements sales of autoclaves, sterilization pouches, and instruments, completing the infection control workflow for professionals.