Bharat Surgical manufactures and supplies reusable and selected disposable laparoscopic trocar systems for hospitals, surgical centres, medical colleges, dealers and international distributors. The published range includes stainless-steel, Storz-type, magnetic spiral, metallic and plastic cannula configurations in multiple instrument-access sizes from 3.5 mm to 10.5 mm.
A trocar should be purchased as a complete compatible assembly. The trocar pin, cannula, valve, seal, reducer, stopcock and intended instrument diameter must be verified together before ordering to ensure seamless compatibility and seal integrity.
A laparoscopic trocar is a critical access instrument used by trained surgeons during minimally invasive procedures. A typical trocar assembly includes a trocar pin or obturator and a hollow cannula that provides a port for compatible laparoscopic instruments.
Depending on the specific trocar model, the cannula assembly may also incorporate several integrated components to manage pneumoperitoneum and facilitate access, such as:
The trocar system should be selected by qualified healthcare professionals according to the intended procedure and product-specific instructions for use.
Laparoscopic trocar insertion is a critical step in minimally invasive surgery. Reusable systems require meticulous inspection of sharp obturator tips, valve seals, and cannula straightness prior to each procedure. Always refer to the institutional protocols and validated reprocessing guidelines for your facility.
Bharat Surgical manufactures a comprehensive range of laparoscopic trocars. Specific model features, checklists, and warnings are detailed below. All dimensions and configurations must be confirmed in the final quotation.
Conventional reusable stainless-steel access trocar, published in 5.5 mm, 8 mm and 10.5 mm sizes.
Stainless-steel satin-finish trocar, compatible with standard Storz-style cannula locking systems.
Reusable stainless-steel trocar featuring a spiral-threaded external cannula and a magnetic valve assembly.
Magnetic-valve trocar with smooth metallic cannula. Material specifications must be confirmed prior to tender.
Single-use access system featuring a lightweight plastic cannula, available in 5 mm and 10 mm sizes.
Silicone, metal, and plastic flip-top reducer (10/5 mm) to facilitate smaller instrument entry.
Before ordering the SS Trocar Special, please verify:
Important: "Storz type" is a compatibility reference. It does NOT imply:
The term "magnetic" describes the product name or valve connection design. Buyers should request a detailed drawing or sample if the exact attraction mechanism or compatibility is critical.
For the Magnetic Trocar Metallic, the exact metal or stainless-steel grade is not pre-published. Prior to tender, please confirm:
Before purchasing single-use trocars, confirm:
| Bharat Surgical Product | Published Sizes | Material / Finish | Usage Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SS Trocar Special | 5.5 mm, 8 mm, 10.5 mm | Stainless-steel finish | Reusable |
| Storz-Type Trocar Satin | 5.5 mm, 8 mm, 10.5 mm | Stainless steel with satin finish | Reusable |
| Magnetic Trocar Spiral | 3.5 mm, 5.5 mm, 8 mm, 10.5 mm | Stainless steel | Reusable |
| Magnetic Trocar Metallic | 3.5 mm, 5.5 mm, 8 mm, 10.5 mm | Confirm before ordering | Reusable |
| Disposable Apple Trocar with Plastic Cannula | 5 mm, 10 mm | Plastic cannula | Disposable |
| Safety Trocar — Pyramid Type | 5 mm, 7 mm, 10 mm | Stainless steel / plastic | Reusable |
| Side-Cut Safety Trocar | 5 mm, 10 mm | Stainless steel | Reusable |
| Ball-Point Safety Trocar | 10 mm | Stainless steel | Reusable |
| Flip-Top Trocar Reducer (10/5 mm) | 10 mm to 5 mm | Silicone, metal and plastic | Reusable |
* Availability, exact outside diameter, usable internal diameter, working length and supplied components must be confirmed in the final quotation. Safety trocar models have their own separate Level 3 page.
A detailed breakdown of trocar tip configurations, seal valves, stopcocks, and materials specified in the source document.
Obturator tips are selected according to access methodology. Available configurations include:
* Tip selection must be made by qualified healthcare professionals.
Trocar cannulas incorporate valve mechanisms to maintain pneumoperitoneum during instrument changes:
* Confirm exact valve types in quotation. Leak-proof claims are system-specific.
Gas flow control and size adjustments are critical for maintaining intra-abdominal pressure:
* Pressure settings must follow specific clinical and equipment limits.
Published products include stainless-steel construction (with satin or special finish), plastic cannulas, and silicone/metal/plastic compound reducer components. Because exact stainless-steel grades are not pre-published on reusable standard trocars, buyers must request material certificates where needed.
Institutional Evaluation Points: Shaft straightness, cannula bore smoothness, distal and proximal edge finish, tip sharpness/integrity, valve housing seal, stopcock thread, corrosion resistance, and traceability markings.
| Component | Function within the system | Procurement check |
|---|---|---|
| Trocar Pin or Obturator | Fits through the cannula as part of the access assembly | Tip, size, length and cannula compatibility |
| Cannula | Provides the instrument-access channel | Internal diameter, working length and profile |
| Valve | Forms part of the model-specific sealing arrangement | Type, integrity and instrument compatibility |
| Silicone Seal | Accommodates a defined instrument diameter | Size, condition and replacement availability |
| Stopcock | Connects the approved insufflation tubing | Thread, position and compatibility |
| Reducer | Allows specified smaller instruments through a larger cannula | Cannula size, instrument size and valve fit |
| Fixation Feature | Provides model-specific external engagement | Spiral, threaded, smooth or other design |
| Valve Housing | Holds model-specific seals and valves | Detachable or fixed construction |
Procurement Note: The exact package contents must be stated in the quotation. "Trocar" should not be assumed to include every listed accessory. The trocar pin, cannula, valve, seal, reducer, stopcock and intended instrument diameter must be verified together before ordering.
Critical selection points for clinical procurement, derived from the source documentation.
| Selection Point | Reusable Trocar | Disposable Trocar |
|---|---|---|
| Intended use cycle | Multiple uses when properly reprocessed | Single-use as labelled |
| Construction | Often stainless steel with replaceable seals | Commonly plastic or mixed-material assembly |
| Reprocessing | Must follow validated IFU | Do not reprocess unless specifically permitted under applicable regulations |
| Inspection | Required before every use | Packaging and product condition checked before use |
| Procurement focus | Service life, seals, spares and CSSD compatibility | Sterility, shelf life, box quantity and disposal |
| Cost evaluation | Initial cost plus reprocessing and maintenance | Per-procedure acquisition and disposal cost |
* The final selection should consider clinical requirements, hospital policy, sterile-services capacity, local regulations and lifecycle cost.
| Feature | Standard Laparoscopic Trocar | Safety Trocar |
|---|---|---|
| Tip mechanism | Model-specific conventional obturator or pin | Model-specific guard, blunt tip or safety feature |
| Product category | General trocar access system | Separate safety trocar category |
| Available examples | SS, Storz-type and magnetic configurations | Pyramid, side-cut and ball-point configurations |
| Compatibility checks | Pin, cannula, valve and size | Safety mechanism, cannula, valve and size |
| Risk status | Requires trained use and system checks | Safety feature does not eliminate procedural risk |
* A “safety” designation does not make entry risk-free and does not replace training, visualisation requirements or clinical judgement. Explore Safety Trocars →
| Feature | Smooth Cannula | Spiral or Threaded Cannula |
|---|---|---|
| External profile | Smooth outer surface | Includes a spiral or threaded external feature |
| Fixation concept | Model-specific | Model-specific engagement feature |
| Procurement check | Diameter, length and valve | Thread profile, diameter, length and valve |
| Interchangeability | Not assumed | Not assumed |
* The selection is clinical and system-specific. This page does not recommend one cannula profile over another.
The trocar cannula must accommodate the intended laparoscopic instrument while maintaining the system's specified valve and seal function. Nominal instrument and port sizes may differ slightly — a 5 mm instrument does not automatically fit every trocar marketed in the 5 mm category.
Warning: Confirm the maximum instrument diameter, cannula bore and seal range from the product documentation before ordering. A reducer may be required when a smaller instrument is to be used through a larger trocar.
| Trocar Category | Common Procurement Check |
|---|---|
| 3.5 mm | Instrument outside diameter and special small-port compatibility |
| 5 or 5.5 mm | Compatibility with nominal 5 mm instruments |
| 7 or 8 mm | Exact instrument and cannula interface |
| 10 or 10.5 mm | Compatibility with nominal 10 mm instruments and reducers |
| Compatibility Point | Required Information |
|---|---|
| Intended Instrument | Outside diameter and working length |
| Cannula | Nominal size, internal bore and usable length |
| Trocar Pin | Tip, diameter, length and lock |
| Valve | Type and approved instrument-size range |
| Reducer | Cannula size and reduced instrument size |
| Stopcock | Thread and tubing connection |
| Fixation Profile | Smooth, spiral or threaded |
| Reprocessing | Validated IFU for reusable components |
| Replacement Component | Model, catalogue number and photographs |
| Documentation | Tender and destination-country requirements |
Reusable trocar systems contain narrow channels, valves, seals, stopcocks and detachable components that require validated cleaning and sterilisation workflows.
Reprocessing is a multi-step clinical workflow. Thorough cleaning must precede sterilisation because any retained biological contamination can interfere with the sterilisation process. The US FDA describes reusable-device reprocessing as a detailed process involving cleaning followed by appropriate disinfection or sterilisation.
Steam sterilisation should be used only when the product-specific IFU validates it for the complete trocar and all its components. A stainless-steel cannula, plastic valve housing and silicone seal may each have different processing limitations.
Before autoclaving, always verify:
Before release for clinical use, authorised sterile processing personnel should verify:
* A damaged, incomplete or mismatched trocar must be removed from service immediately.
| Component | Suggested Qty |
|---|---|
| Trocar pin or obturator | 1 |
| Matching cannula | 1 |
| Valve housing | 1 |
| Compatible seal set | 1 set |
| Insufflation stopcock | 1 |
| Compatible reducer | As required |
| Spare seals and washers | As required |
| Cleaning brushes (IFU specified) | 1 set |
| Flushing adaptor (if applicable) | 1 |
| Sterilisation tray or rack | 1 |
* This is a procurement template, not a clinical setup guide. The final configuration must be approved by qualified clinical, biomedical and sterile-services personnel.
Hospitals may request reusable stainless-steel trocar sets, disposable configurations, multiple access sizes, replacement trocar pins or cannulas, spare seals/valves, trocar reducers, sterilisation trays, biomedical compatibility reviews, and tender BOQ support.
Medical colleges and teaching hospitals require trocar systems for authorised clinical use, simulation, demonstration, or skills training. State the environment in your inquiry so we can recommend the appropriate configurations.
We accept inquiries from laparoscopic instrument dealers, surgical distributors, hospital suppliers, importers, tender suppliers, and export companies. Dealers may request mixed-size orders, bulk quantities, export packaging, and technical documents. Registration/labelling must be verified.
Laparoscopic trocar prices depend on whether they are reusable or disposable, diameter, working length, tip design, cannula profile, valve and seal mechanism, reducer/stopcock, finish, quantity, packaging, and destination. Confirm your sizes for an accurate quotation.
Before requesting a quotation, please determine:
Bharat Surgical is a preferred supplier for healthcare facilities and distributors worldwide. Here is why buyers source from us:
Comprehensive reusable standard trocar configurations tailored to clinical needs.
Selected disposable Apple trocar models with lightweight plastic cannulas.
Available sizes from 3.5 mm to 10.5 mm to match standard laparoscopes.
Stainless-steel, satin finish, and plastic cannula options to suit CSSD workflows.
Storz-type compatibility references, SS, and magnetic configurations.
Separate Level 3 safety trocar range (pyramid, side-cut, ball-point) available.
Compatible flip-top reducers (10/5 mm) and spare seals/washers.
Dedicated support for hospitals, local dealer networks, and export compliance.
* Note: Exact dimensions, material grade, valve design, supplied components, reusable status and sterile supply condition must be verified in the final quotation.
Immediate answers to all 38 technical and procurement queries regarding laparoscopic trocars.
A laparoscopic trocar is an access instrument consisting of a trocar pin or obturator and a compatible cannula for introducing specified laparoscopic instruments.
Bharat Surgical publishes reusable stainless-steel, Storz-type, magnetic, safety and selected disposable trocar configurations.
Published sizes include 3.5 mm, 5 mm, 5.5 mm, 7 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm and 10.5 mm across different models.
No. Each model has its own published size range.
They are different nominal size categories. Confirm the instrument diameter, cannula bore and valve range before selection.
It is Bharat Surgical’s published stainless-steel-finish trocar available in 5.5 mm, 8 mm and 10.5 mm sizes.
It is a trocar manufactured with an intended Storz-type compatibility reference.
No. The description does not imply manufacture or endorsement by KARL STORZ.
It is a published stainless-steel trocar configuration with a spiral profile and magnetic product designation.
Bharat Surgical publishes 3.5 mm, 5.5 mm, 8 mm and 10.5 mm sizes.
It is a published single-use trocar configuration with a plastic cannula in 5 mm and 10 mm sizes.
Sterile supply, method, packaging and shelf life must be confirmed in the final quotation.
Reusable trocars require validated reprocessing, inspection and maintenance. Disposable trocars are used according to their single-use labelling.
It is the hollow access component through which a compatible instrument is introduced.
It may be supplied as a set, but the exact quotation contents must be checked.
Only when exact size, length, tip and locking compatibility have been established.
It is a cannula without a spiral or threaded external fixation profile.
It is a cannula with a spiral or threaded external feature specific to the product design.
It is part of the model-specific sealing mechanism inside or attached to the cannula.
No. Valve housing, seal size and attachment differ between systems.
It is an accessory that accommodates a specified smaller instrument through a larger compatible cannula.
Yes. Bharat Surgical publishes a 10/5 mm flip-top metal, plastic and silicone reducer.
No. The valve housing and attachment mechanism must also match.
It is the port component that connects the approved insufflation tubing to a compatible cannula.
It is a separate trocar category with a model-specific guard, blunt tip or safety feature.
No. Safety features do not eliminate risk or replace training, clinical judgement and the applicable IFU.
Published models include pyramid, side-cut and ball-point safety configurations, along with model-specific standard trocar tips.
Only when the product-specific IFU validates steam sterilisation for the complete assembly and its components.
Follow the IFU for disassembly, brushing, flushing, rinsing, drying and inspection.
Remove them only as directed by the product-specific IFU.
Check the pin, tip, cannula, channel, valve, seal, stopcock, reducer and external profile.
Compatible replacement seals may be available. Confirm the exact trocar model and seal size.
Yes, subject to compatibility with the existing pin, valve, reducer and instruments.
A replacement pin may be quoted when its matching cannula and exact specifications are known.
Mixed-size institutional, dealer or export orders may be requested.
Price depends on size, construction, tip, valve, reducer, reusable or disposable status, quantity and documentation.
Provide the size, length, tip, cannula profile, valve, reducer, quantity and required supply condition.
Export enquiries can be reviewed subject to destination-country regulatory, labelling and documentation requirements.
This page provides general product and procurement information for qualified healthcare organisations and medical-device buyers. It is not a clinical or trocar-entry instruction and does not replace professional training, clinical judgement, institutional protocols or product-specific instructions for use. Intended use, size, compatibility, reprocessing, sterile supply and regulatory status must be verified before purchase and use.
Send Bharat Surgical your required trocar type, diameter, length, quantity and delivery destination. For replacement components, attach clear photographs and mention the instrument or cannula diameter. We supply hospitals, dealers, distributors and exporters across India and globally.