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The Flip Cutter is a sophisticated, single-use retrograde drill designed to revolutionize how bone tunnels are created in ACL and PCL reconstructions. This unique instrument functions as a small-diameter guide pin that, once inside the joint, "flips" its tip into a larger-diameter cutting blade. This allows the surgeon to drill a bone socket from the inside of the joint toward the outside (Retrograde Drilling), rather than drilling all the way through the bone. Manufactured from high-hardness 630 (17-4PH) Stainless Steel, the Flip Cutter maintains an incredibly sharp edge for precise, clean sockets. This technology is essential for "All-Inside" surgical techniques, as it preserves the outer bone cortex, reduces postoperative pain, and allows for anatomically placed sockets that are not limited by traditional drilling angles. Available in diameters from 6mm to 12mm, the TOOLMED Flip Cutter provides the precision and mechanical reliability required for the most demanding ligament procedures.
Arthroscopy System
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1 Pcs
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Product Description
Enables the creation of sockets without a full-length tunnel. This preserves the bone cortex, which leads to less swelling and a faster biological recovery for the patient.
Because the drill enters the joint as a thin pin, surgeons can reach anatomical positions on the femur and tibia that are impossible to reach with traditional straight drills without damaging other structures.
The high-speed retrograde cutting mechanism produces a perfectly cylindrical socket with smooth walls, providing the ideal environment for the ligament graft to heal into the bone.
Used in specialized retrograde drilling for coracoid process preparation and deep glenoid anchor placement where space is extremely limited.
Ideal for creating retrograde sockets for labral reconstruction or for managing focal chondral defects in the acetabular roof.
The gold standard for ACL and PCL reconstruction (specifically for the "All-Inside" technique). Also used for retrograde drilling in OCD (Osteochondritis Dissecans) lesion treatment and pediatric ACL surgery to avoid the growth plates.
| Product name | Flip Cutter |
| Material | TA3 |
| Diameter | / |
| Length | / |
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| Certificate | CE Certificate |
| Brand | TOOLMED |
| MOQ | 1 Pcs |
| OEM | Avaliable |
| Package | PE Inner Bag+Carton |
| Payment Method | T/T，Bank transfer, Western Union |
| Delivery Time | 5-7 days |
| Shipping | DHL EMS UPS TNT FEDEX |
A Flip Cutter is a "transformer" drill used in knee surgery. It starts as a thin, sharp pin that slides easily through the bone into the joint. Once inside, the surgeon triggers a switch that makes the tip "flip" out to the side like a blade. This allows the surgeon to drill a hole from the inside out. [Image showing the pin turning into a drill]
This tool is used almost exclusively for ACL and PCL reconstructions. It is perfect for modern "All-Inside" surgeries where the goal is to make the smallest holes possible. It is also used in children's knee surgeries because it is so precise that it can avoid hitting the "growth plates" in a child's bone.
The biggest advantage is Preserving Bone. Traditional drills make a hole all the way through the bone. The Flip Cutter makes a "socket" (a hole that doesn't go all the way through). This leaves the outside of the bone strong and intact. For the patient, this usually means less pain after surgery and a knee that feels more "solid" during recovery.
Biomechanically, the Flip Cutter allows for Retrograde Reaming. By drilling toward the cortex rather than away from it, the drill creates a "blind socket." This allows for a shorter graft length and tighter tensioning ($T$). The mechanical flip mechanism is designed to withstand the torque ($ \tau = r \times F $) required to cut through dense bone without bending the 3.5mm shaft, ensuring the socket is perfectly straight.
The surgeon uses a guide to aim the Flip Cutter at the exact spot where the new ligament should go. The device is tapped into the bone as a pin. Once the tip enters the joint, the surgeon "flips" the blade. Using a surgical power drill, the surgeon pulls the device backward, cutting the socket to the desired depth (usually 20-30mm). The blade is then flipped back to pin mode and removed.
Because the Flip Cutter technique preserves the bone cortex, postoperative care often allows for Faster Progression in physical therapy. There is typically less bone bruising and internal bleeding compared to traditional drilling. Patients are still required to follow their ACL rehab protocol, but the initial "inflammatory phase" is often much shorter.
The Flip Cutter represents the pinnacle of arthroscopic drilling technology. By providing a way to create precise, anatomical bone sockets while minimizing bone loss, it enables surgeons to provide a higher standard of care and better long-term outcomes for ligament reconstruction patients.
No. The Flip Cutter is a Single-Use instrument. This is critical because the mechanical "flip" mechanism and the blade sharpness must be 100% reliable for every surgery to prevent bone damage or instrument failure.
The TOOLMED Flip Cutter is designed with a "fail-safe" manual override. However, because each unit is tested, a failure to flip back is extremely rare. Surgeons always verify the flip function before inserting it into the patient.
Yes. We offer sizes from 6mm to 12mm in half-millimeter steps. This allows the surgeon to match the hole size exactly to the thickness of the patient's tendon graft.
While it requires a slightly different technique than traditional drilling, most orthopedic surgeons find it very intuitive. It actually simplifies many surgeries by making it easier to reach difficult angles.
Yes. It is designed to create sockets in both the thigh bone (femur) and the shin bone (tibia), making it a versatile tool for the entire ACL procedure.
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