Cassettes allow clinicians to move instruments and other tools from cleaning through the chairside without touching or damaging them for optimal infection control and prevention. Instrument rails inside cassettes hold instruments in place to keep them organized and neat. Autoclavable cassettes come in various sizes to fit in different types of ultrasonic and sterilizer units.
Table 1: Comparison of Numbers for Top 10 Instrument Cassettes
| Cassette Name | Capacity | Dimensions (inches) | Number of Instruments | Price ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IMS® Signature Series® Exam Cassettes – White | 5 | 3 x 7.5 x 1.25 | 5 | 95.89 |
| IMS® Infinity Series™ Cassettes – White | 10 | 8 x 1.25 x 5.5 | 10 | 159.99 |
| Compact Cassettes – Beige | 8 | 7.125 x 3.875 x 0.625 | 8/11* | 52.99 |
| E-Z Jett® Cassette 5 Place – Gray | 5 | 8 x 3.125 x 1.1875 | 5 | 98.49 |
| IMS® Infinity Series™ Cassettes – Yellow | 12 | 10.5 x 1.25 x 6.5 | 12 | 211.99 |
| IMS® Infinity Series™ Cassettes – Small Thin – Blue | 7 | 8 x 0.75 x 7 | 4 pliers, 3 hand inst. | 134.99 |
| IMS™ Signature Series® Double-Decker® Cassettes – Yellow | 20 | 6 x 9.7 x 1.5 | 20 | 189.99 |
| IMS® Signature Series® Small Cassettes – Green | 10 | 5.5 x 8 x 1.25 | 10 | 95.89 |
| Sterilization Cassettes – Yellow | 20 | 8 x 1.25 x 11 | 20 | 300.00 |
| IMS™ Signature Series® Collection Ortho Banding Set-Up | – | – | 6 pliers, 1 M. holder, 3 hand inst. | 499.99 |
- Compact cassettes have two options, 8 or 11 instrument capacity.
Table 2: Comparison of Features for Top 10 Instrument Cassettes
| Cassette Name | Autoclavable | Material | Special Features | Compatible Equipments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IMS® Signature Series® Exam Cassettes – White | Yes | Stainless Steel | Colored silicone rails, slotted hinge, resin latch, positive locking action | Ultrasonic cleaners |
| IMS® Infinity Series™ Cassettes – White | Yes | Electropolished SS | Hole pattern and rail design for exposure, ergonomic latch, color-coded silicone rail system | Automated washers, |
| Round corners, slotted edges, beveled edge | current cleaning | |||
| Compact Cassettes – Beige | Yes | – | Fits standard ultrasonic cleaners and autoclaves, nonslip feet, antimicrobial protection | – |
| E-Z Jett® Cassette 5 Place – Gray | Yes | – | Open top, round holes, radius corners for superior water flow, syringe tip holder | – |
| IMS® Infinity Series™ Cassettes – Yellow | Yes | Electropolished SS | Hole pattern and rail design |
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1. IMS® Signature Series® Exam Cassettes – 5 Instrument Capacity
IMS® Signature Series® Exam Cassette with five-instrument capacity is a sterilization container with resin latch design, offering positive locking action.
- Soft, colored silicone rails securely hold instruments throughout the processing cycle
- Slotted hinge allows for easy attachment of base to lid
- Stainless steel
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2. IMS® Infinity Series™ Cassettes – 10 Instrument Cassette
IMS® Infinity Series™ Cassettes combine fashion and function bringing professionalism and patient care to the next level.
- Innovative hole pattern and rail design increase exposure to instruments during reprocessing
- Creates an optimal environment for cleaning and sterilization
- Easy to use ergonomic latch with positive locking mechanism is safe, allowing one-handed opening and visual confirmation
- Compatible with current cleaning equipment, including automated washers
- High quality, electropolished stainless steel protects against corrosion
- Round corners and slotted edges increase drainage and reduce drying time
- Beveled edge allows for a more ergonomic grasp
- Color-coded silicone rail system significantly reduces instrument contact by up to 59%
3. Compact Cassettes – Beige
Compact Cassette is an autoclavable 8-instrument container to hold instruments during procedure.
- Fits standard ultrasonic cleaners and autoclaves
- Optional instrument support modifies the cassette to hold 11 instruments
- Nonslip feet for stability
- Doubles as an instrument mat during procedures
- Dimensions: 7-1/8″ x 3-7/8″ x 5/8″
- Contains antimicrobial protection
- Autoclavable up to 136°C/275°F
4. E-Z Jett® Cassette 5 Place – Gray
E-Z Jett® Cassette 5 Place holds 5 instruments and features an open top, round holes and radius corners to allow for superior water flow (when compared to normal cassettes). Cassette covers are attached to the cassette and open and fold back easily. The E-Z Jett® Cassette 5 Place also comes with a Syringe Tip Holder that attaches to the side of the cassette.
- 8″ x 3-1/8″ x 1-3/16″
- Contains antimicrobial product protection
- Autoclavable up to 136°C/275F°
5. IMS® Infinity Series™ Cassettes – 12 Instrument Signa Stat Cassette
IMS® Infinity Series™ Cassettes combine fashion and function bringing professionalism and patient care to the next level.
- Cassette holds 12 instruments with an accessory area
- Fits in the SciCan STATIM or the Midmark M3 autoclave
- Innovative hole pattern and rail design increase exposure to instruments during reprocessing
- Creates an optimal environment for cleaning and sterilization
- Easy to use ergonomic latch with positive locking mechanism is safe, allowing one-handed opening and visual confirmation
- Compatible with current cleaning equipment, including automated washers
- High quality, electropolished stainless steel protects against corrosion
- Round corners and slotted edges increase drainage and reduce drying time
- Beveled edge allows for a more ergonomic grasp
- Color-coded silicone rail system significantly reduces instrument contact by up to 59%
6. IMS® Infinity Series™ Cassettes Small Thin Orthodontic Cassette
IMS® Infinity Series™ Cassettes combine fashion and function bringing professionalism and patient care to the next level.
- Cassette holds up to 4 pliers and 3 hand instruments
- Innovative hole pattern and rail design increase exposure to instruments during reprocessing
- Creates an optimal environment for cleaning and sterilization
- Easy to use ergonomic latch with positive locking mechanism is safe, allowing one-handed opening and visual confirmation
- Compatible with current cleaning equipment, including automated washers
- High quality, electropolished stainless steel protects against corrosion
- Round corners and slotted edges increase drainage and reduce drying time
- Beveled edge allows for a more ergonomic grasp
- Color-coded silicone rail system significantly reduces instrument contact by up to 59%
7. IMS™ Signature Series® Double-Decker® Cassettes – 20 Instrument Capacity
IMS™ Signature Series™ Double-Decker® Cassette with twenty-instrument capacity is a sterilization container with resin latch design, offering positive locking action.
- Soft, colored silicone rails securely hold instruments throughout the processing cycle
- Slotted hinge allows for easy attachment of base to lid
- Stainless steel
8. IMS® Signature Series® Small Cassettes – 10 Instrument Capacity
IMS® Signature Series® Small Cassette with ten-instrument capacity is a sterilization container with resin latch design, offering positive locking action.
- Soft, colored silicone rails securely hold instruments throughout the processing cycle
- Slotted hinge allows for easy attachment of base to lid
- Stainless steel
9. Sterilization Cassettes Large, 20 Instruments – Yellow
Sterilization Cassettes made from heavy gauge stainless steel with an electro-polished finish for maximum stain resistance. The flow-through slots are in alignment with instruments and corner relief holes for an optimal clean and faster evacuation of liquids.
- Typical applications: Periodontal surgery, restorative kits and extraction
- 8″ W x 1-1/4″ H x 11″ L
- Can be used to store instruments between sterilization and procedures
- Eliminates need to dissemble and reassemble procedure kits after each sterilization
- Custom latch is secure, yet easy to open and close
- Removable top maximizes tray space
- Open configuration
- 5-year guarantee
- Made in the USA
10. IMS™ Signature Series® Collection Ortho Banding/Bonding Standard Set-Up
The Signature Series® Collection™ features a compilation of clinicians’ most popular procedural setups. The collection consists of high quality Hu-Friedy instruments and IMS® (Instrument Management System) cassettes that enable you to create a professional, efficient working environment.
- Contains popular ortho banding/bonding instruments
- Signature Series® Double-Decker® Large Orthodontic Cassette without Accessory Area exterior dimensions: 6″ W x 8″ D x 1-1/2″ H (152 mm x 203 mm x 38 mm)
- Cassette holds up to 6 pliers, 1 Mathieu needle holder and 3 hand instruments
