Ink Durability | Surgical prep, ICU marking | Industry Standard: 8hr visibility (ASTM F3110) Our Base: 24hr wet/dry erase▲ Our Advanced: 48hr UV-resistant ink▲▲ | Base: Cost-effective for short-term use Advanced: Ideal for prolonged procedures | Base: Requires reapplication after 24hr Advanced: Higher cost due to UV tech |
Writing Precision | Dermatological procedures, incision marks | Industry Standard: 1.0mm tip Our Base: 0.5mm tip▲ Our Advanced: 0.3mm laser-etched tip▲▲ | Base: Balances precision and visibility Advanced: Microsurgery-grade accuracy | Base: Thicker line for small areas may be limiting Advanced: Fragile tip requires care |
Sterility Compliance | OR environments, implant surgeries | Industry Standard: Ethylene oxide sterilization Our Base/Advanced: Gamma irradiation (ISO 11137)▲ + individually wrapped | Meets FDA/ISO standards for infection control Single-use packaging reduces cross-contamination | Higher packaging waste compared to reusable tools |
Erasability | Pediatric wards, temporary markings | Industry Standard: Water-based ink (erasable) Our Base: Alcohol/water erasable▲ Our Advanced: Dry-erase + autoclavable | Base: Easy cleanup with common disinfectants Advanced: Reusable after sterilization | Base: Alcohol may irritate sensitive skin Advanced: Requires strict sterilization protocols |
Material Durability | High-traffic surgical suites | Industry Standard: ABS plastic Our Base: Reinforced polycarbonate▲ Our Advanced: Ceramic-coated body▲▲ | Base: Resists 50+ autoclave cycles (ASTM D543) Advanced: 100+ cycles without wear | Base: Heavier than standard tools Advanced: 20% cost premium |
Measurement Precision | Orthopedic/surgical planning | Industry Standard: 1.0mm ruler gradations Our Base: 0.5mm ruler (ISO 1-1)▲ Our Advanced: 0.1mm laser-etched scale▲▲ | Base: Meets most surgical needs Advanced: Critical for joint replacement accuracy | Base: Slightly bulkier design Advanced: Fragile ruler edge risks chipping |