Demagnetizing Instruments

[wperez]

What methods are you all using to demagnetize your instruments? I have been asked to look for other alternatives. Thanks

[sheper1]

We use a surgical instrument demagnetizer

[Harvey Johnson]

We used to demagnetize in our department, but as soon as the instrument touched one that had not been demagnetized, the magnetic condition returned.
Our scub techs asked for a device they could use in the OR, away from the sterile field, so I purchased a few hand held screwdriver demagnitizers from Grainger. You just pass the tip through the opening, not touching the sides so not contaminating the instrument, and it's demagnetized.
Not much $$ and the scrub techs report they work great.

[sunshine]

I'm trying to find information/articles specific to demagnitizing instruments. The whys and such. Any suggestions? Thanks!

[carol1967]

This has been a real problem for us. The small demagnetizers overheat after about 3-4 instruments. I just purchased a large demagnetizer that will demagnetize an entire pan of instruments. So far we really like it. Not cheap but is very nice. http://www.em-chicago.com/Demagnetizers_Medical.htm