The Stryker 940-23 Ion Nitrided Cast Cutter Saw Blade is an authentic, Stryker-compatible blade specifically designed for use with the Stryker 940 cast cutter saw. This premium blade is engineered to deliver maximum blade life and rapid, safe cast removal in busy orthopedic practices and hospitals.
The 940-23 features a state-of-the-art boron / ion nitriding coating that hardens the surface and helps dissipate heat. This combination provides excellent performance under heavy use, extending blade life while keeping cutting temperatures more comfortable for the patient.
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The Stryker 940-23 cast cutter blade is back in production and has been upgraded over older versions. According to many of our surveyed clinics, this updated blade:
Boron nitriding and ion nitriding together create a heat-dissipating, ultra-hard surface. This translates into extended blade life and consistent performance for rapid, safe cast removal. Each blade is individually packaged (1 blade per package).
Stryker recently shut down all cast saw support in the United States, including blades and accessories. That left many clinics scrambling to find reliable sources for Stryker 940 replacement blades.
Because Stryker products are still sold globally, OrthoTape contacted Stryker directly and confirmed two overseas manufacturers that continue to produce blades for Stryker cast saws. We now import these authentic, compatible blades, including the Stryker 940-23 Ion Nitrided blade, and stock them in our Ridgeland, SC 29936 warehouse for fast USA shipping.
Ion Nitriding is a high-tech surface treatment that bombards the blade with nitrogen ions in a vacuum chamber under a high-voltage charge. In this process:
For the Stryker 940-23, boron nitriding is used as part of this coating technology to improve heat dissipation and tooth hardness. The result is a blade that:
When choosing a cast saw blade, it helps to understand how coatings are ranked. Below are common coating types listed from strongest to standard stainless steel. The Stryker 940-23 falls under the Ion Nitriding category.
Dichronite (Tungsten Disulfide) is a dry-film lubricant applied to stainless steel blades under high air pressure. The coating bonds tightly to the metal, creating a very slick, low-friction surface. Benefits include:
Ion Nitriding, also known as “plasma coating,” uses electron bombardment of nitrogen ions in a vacuum vessel to create an extremely hard, smooth surface on a base steel cutter blade. Features include:
The Stryker 940-23 Ion Nitrided blade is a top-tier choice for clinics that need a very long-lasting, high-performance blade.
Titanium Nitride (TiN) is a gold “ceramic” coating applied to a stainless steel base blade. Once applied, the blade surface becomes substantially harder and drag is reduced, resulting in:
PTFE (Teflon) is a slick, non-stick coating sprayed onto the blade and then cured. It provides a low-friction surface that:
The trade-off is that PTFE tends to wear off relatively quickly, so performance may decline as the coating degrades. Even so, PTFE-coated blades remain popular for their initial smooth cut.
Stainless steel blades are not coated. They are made from high-carbon stainless alloy and “tempered” using a high-temperature hardening process, which:
As the blade is used, the teeth gradually lose sharpness. This increases cutting time and heat, and a very dull blade can generate enough warmth that the patient may feel it through the cast padding. A typical general orthopedic practice removing around 10 casts per week can expect a stainless steel blade to last about 1–2 months before replacement is needed, while an ion nitrided blade like the 940-23 is designed to last longer under similar conditions.
Yes. The Stryker 940-23 Ion Nitrided blade is designed specifically for the Stryker 940 cast cutter saw.
Ion Nitriding is a plasma-based process that uses nitrogen ions to create an extremely hard, smooth surface layer on the blade. For the 940-23, boron nitriding is also used to enhance heat dissipation and tooth hardness, resulting in extended blade life and cooler cutting.
A standard stainless steel blade is uncoated. The 940-23 has an ion nitrided surface that is harder, smoother, and more wear-resistant, so it typically lasts longer and runs cooler than uncoated stainless blades under similar use.
Yes. We offer automatic 5% off when you buy 5–9 blades and 10% off when you buy 10 or more blades. Discounts are applied automatically at checkout.
All Stryker 940-23 Ion Nitrided cast cutter saw blades ship from our Ridgeland, SC 29936 warehouse for fast delivery within the United States.
Ships from Ridgeland, SC 29936 warehouse.
