Sterile Mate is now an
Authorized Distributor
for American Surgical
Industry-leading pricing on the products that matter most when nationwide backorders strike — direct from the manufacturer in Salem, Massachusetts, no third-party markup.
Nationwide Backorders Are Real. Our Answer Is Better.
For months we've been filling neurosurgical pattie orders through third-party distributors at premium pricing. That ends today.
As of this announcement, Sterile Mate is an Authorized Distributor for American Surgical Company — direct from the Salem, Massachusetts manufacturer. We're not on a GPO contract, but we will compete with their pricing and deliver from our allotment as it comes available for your immediate needs.
Direct from MFG
No third-party markup, no premium pricing.
Q3 Allotment Open
Pre-orders for July–September are accepted now.
Rolling Fulfillment
As stock arrives, current-need orders ship first.
The Full American Surgical Catalog
10 Product Lines · 124+ SKUs
Every product made in Salem, Massachusetts. Click View SKUs on any widget to expand the full SKU table and add items directly to your Sterile Mate Quote Cart.
Ray-Cot®
Standard Rayon Neurosurgical Pattie
12% greater absorbency, 2× stronger than the leading competitor. Single barium line, smooth precise edges, thinner locator string.
- 12% greater absorbency, 2× stronger
- Single barium line — superior pliability
- Smooth precision-cut edges
- X-ray detectable with locator string
200 per box (20 pouches of 10 patties) · Made in Salem, Massachusetts, U.S.A.
Delicot®
Ultra-Thin Microsurgical Pattie
0.33 mm profile — the thinnest neurosurgical pattie on the market. Designed for skull-base & key-hole microsurgery.
- 0.33 mm thinnest profile
- Made for micro neurosurgery
- Exceptional pliability & maneuvering
- X-ray detectable with locator string
200 per box (20 pouches of 10 patties) · 63×00: 100/box · Made in Salem, Massachusetts, U.S.A.
Tapered Delicot®
Ultra-Thin Tapered Pattie
Tapered shape designed for confined operative corridors. Maximizes protection in micro neurosurgery without sacrificing visibility.
- Ultra-thin tapered profile
- Made for micro neurosurgery key-hole work
- Exceptional pliability — gently hugs neural tissue
- X-ray detectable with locator string
200 per box (20 pouches of 10 patties) · Made in Salem, Massachusetts, U.S.A.
Telfa®
Surgical Pattie & Strips
Perforated polymer outer + absorbent cotton core. Remarkably low tissue adhesion — ideal for delicate dissection. Absorbs 11× its dry weight.
- Low tissue adhesion + high absorbency
- Hybrid Telfa outer / cotton inner
- Thinner locator string for visibility
- X-ray detectable with locator string
200 per box (20 pouches of 10 patties) · Made in Salem, Massachusetts, U.S.A.
Americot®
100% U.S.A. Cotton Pattie
Highly pliable 100% cotton — absorbs 11× its dry weight. Precision-cut, smooth edges, x-ray detectable.
- 100% U.S.A. cotton
- Absorbs > 11× dry weight
- Single barium line — superior pliability
- Precision-cut edges
200 per box (20 pouches of 10 patties) · Made in Salem, Massachusetts, U.S.A.
Uniqcot™
0.5 mm Rayon Pattie
The golden mean between Ray-Cot® and Delicot® — thinner for visibility without sacrificing absorbency.
- 0.5 mm — thinner than standard pattie
- Improved pliability + visibility
- Single barium line
- X-ray detectable with locator string
200 per box (20 pouches of 10 patties) · Made in Salem, Massachusetts, U.S.A.
Atlas Choice™ Bipolar Forceps
Disposable Non-Stick · Solid Silver Tips
Solid silver tips, stainless body, dual irrigation options. Heat-transport tech minimizes tissue charring. Micro & macro tips, 8″ and 9″.
- Solid silver precision tips
- Low-profile slim tines
- Stainless steel body — improved durability
- Dual irrigation options
Sold individually · See spec for case quantities · Made in Salem, Massachusetts, U.S.A.
RhinoStop™
Nasal Packing for Epistaxis
Ultra-clean PVA, proprietary air-foaming technology. Soft, supportive, lint-free — fast absorption with minimal adhesion.
- Fast blood/fluid absorption
- Lint- and fiber-free PVA
- Ultra-clean — no chemical residue
- Patient-comfort soft & supportive
Per spec sheet — request from Sterile Mate · Made in Salem, Massachusetts, U.S.A.
ComfortPack™
Ophthalmic Eye Pledgets
Sterile double-strung cotton pledgets that absorb anesthetic solutions precisely. Multi-use for clinic and OR.
- Needle-free ocular anesthesia
- Multi-use clinic & OR
- Eliminates waste — cost savings
- Patient-preferred comfort
See per-SKU UOM · Made in Salem, Massachusetts, U.S.A.
X-Ray Detectable Cotton Balls
100% American Cotton — Strung & Non-Strung
Premium strung cotton balls with x-ray detectable marker and double-strung locator string. Reduces gossypiboma risk.
- X-ray detectable marker
- Double-strung locator (strung versions)
- 8 sizes — 3 mm to 51 mm
- Eliminates manual cotton tearing
100 per box (20 pouches of 5) · Made in Salem, Massachusetts, U.S.A.
Lock In Your Pre-Order
We need firm commitments to allocate our Q3 allotment. Submit your pre-order today and we'll confirm your pricing and lead time within one business day.
Buyer FAQ
Ray-Cot® neuro pattie — the questions we get most
Six answers hospital procurement asks before submitting a PO. For a full clinical primer see What Are Neuro Patty Sponges?
Are American Surgical Ray-Cot® neuro patties latex-free?→
What is the difference between Ray-Cot® and Delicot®?→
Are Ray-Cot® neuro patties X-ray detectable?→
Can I order Ray-Cot® neuro patties without a GPO contract?→
How is a box of Ray-Cot® neuro patties packaged?→
Where are Ray-Cot® patties manufactured?→
Talk to a Sterile Mate Specialist Today
Questions on sizing, allotment, or contract pricing? Our team will walk you through the catalog and finalize your order.