DAVIES® GOLD SERIES DERMATOMES

The Davies® Gold Series Dermatomes are precision

surgical instruments for harvesting of skin for grafting.

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DERMATOME FEATURES
Available in two widths:
• Duplex at 73mm
• Simplex at 48mm
Sole reduction plates 
takes the:
• Duplex to 48mm
• Duplex and Simplex to 23mm
Pre-setting Cutting Depths:
• 0.08mm to 0.38mm in 0.05mm
increments
• 0.003” to 0.015” in 0.002”
increments
DAVIES® TCM 3000 OPERATING MOTOR
Accurate and consistent
cutting performance
• Accurate and consistent cutting
performance when used with
the Davies® Feather made
precision blades
Fully autoclavable
• Both Duplex, Simplex and
cable autoclavable to 134°C
• Also approved for
STERRAD®sterilisation
Long shelf-life:
• Durable with life spans
of 10-12 years

KEY BENEFITS KEY FEATURES

Light-weight for easy handling
Weighing in at only 432g including the motor, the Davies®
Dermatome produces clean uniform skin grafts while
reducing operator fatigue and maximising manoeuvrability.
Highly cost effective
The Davies® Dermatome combines a high quality, robust
design with both low acquisition and running costs making
it a highly cost effective option for both hospital and private
clinic use.
• Small, convenient and light weight •T he Davies® TCM 3000 operating motor is
• Robust foot Control Pedal manufactured by Nouvag of Switzerland
• Multifunctional with E-type coupling • The microprocessor controlled motor system is
for dermatology, ENT, implantology and surgery
• Easy handling and maintenance
• In addition to powering the dermatome, the
• Clear LED display
standard E-type coupling accepts any E-type
•P owerful and adjustable torque
with high and low settings
contra angle and hand piece enabling it to be
used for drilling, milling and grinding
•V ariable speed from 1,000 to 30,000 rpm
(Dermatome use at 14,000 to 16,000 rpm)
• Easily programmable with 3 setting
• Low maintenance

Practical and flexible TCM 3000 specification

The fully autoclavable, detachable motor unit can Input voltage 115/230 Volt at 50-60 Hz
also be used to drive other E coupling devices Power consumption 130 W
making the unit highly flexible in theatre. Motor Electric
Speed range 2,000-30,000
Dimensions (W,H,D) 85/100/175 mm
Weight 1.9kg
 Warning: Read the operating instructions before use
HOW TO USE THE DAVIES®
GOLD SERIES DERMATOMES
1. Connecting the motor:
1. Connect the foot pedal to
“FOOT“ socket. ( if using
device with pedal).
2. Connect motor to “MOTOR“ Socket.
3. Insert micro motor shaft into the
Davies® Dermatome head with
the slot towards the top.
4. Gently engage the slot and the
locating pin in the handle, by
rotating motor gently with a
little pressure until they align
and click together.
2. Starting the unit:
Turn green power switch “ON/OFF“,
to (ON) position (on rear of unit)
The display will show the
speed and torque that was
last used. All settings are
saved in memory even when
the unit is unplugged
This changes the direction
of rotation of the motor
Warning: Read the operating instructions before use
3. Inserting the blade:
5. Plug in AC cord to electrical outlet.
6. Turn on green power switch
“ON / OFF“ (on rear of unit). 1. R
 emove the sole plate by releasing 2. Fit sterile Davies® Feather blade 3. The blade will slot into the blade
7. Select the desired reduction the two retaining screws. to the blade carrier ensuring it carrier due to the hardened blade
and speed. is located correctly. Ensure that locating studs.
8. Press the “Motor“ or push the the Dermatome is not connected
foot plate down to start the motor to a motor while the blade is
(if the pedal is connected). being fitted.
4. R
 eplace the sole plate on to the 5. Tighten the sole plate screws from
oscillating blade carrier. left to right, until evenly tightened.
Davies® TCM 3000 Operating Motor Settings:-
Display:
The display will show the current speed and torque of the instrument. Use a new sterile Davies® Feather blade for each procedure.
• The Davies® TCM 3000 has the ATC set at 5
• Press the 1:1 Ratio Button
• Set power between 14000 rpm to 16000 rpm by using
the and buttons
AUTOMATIC TORQUE CONTROL
(ATC) IS SET AT 5
SWITCH MOTOR ON/OFF
(the light will illuminate when
the motor is switched on)
Press to increase speed
Warning: Davies® Gold Series Dermatomes are only compatible with Davies®
Feather blades. Only use Davies® Duplex Feather (GF603) & Davies® Simplex
Press to decrease speed Feather (GF602).
4. Cutting the graft: ORDERING
1. Skin should be prepared in routine manner.
2. Lubricate the donor site with sterile mineral oil which will help with Please use the following codes when ordering
the ease of movement of the Davies® Dermatome over the donor site.
(At this point it may prove useful to draw the Dermatome
Davies® Dermatomes and accessories.
backwards over the donor site to get a good feel of the area
and to show up any unevenness). Davies® Gold Series Duplex Complete Set
3. T o select the required graft thicknesses push in the knurled Code Product Description
selector and rotate the lever into the required slot.
GD103CP Davies® Gold Series Duplex Dermatome Complete Set
4. For optimal results, hold the Dermatome at approx. 35 degrees when cutting.
5. G uide the unit forward using a slight downward pressure to ensure that
the cutting edge remains continuously firmly in contact with the donor site.
Davies® Gold Series Duplex Dermatome Competes set includes:-
6. A llow the cut graft to accumulate in the angled groove of Dermatome.
(Lift dermatome away from the donor site to end graft, carefully remove 35° Key Code Code Product Description
the graft with tissue forceps).
1 GD103 Davies® Gold Duplex Dermatome with spanner
7. D o not cut for prolonged period without dipping the Dermatome in sterile
water, to remove debris and blood. 2 DTCM3000 Davies® TCM 3000 Operating Motor with Foot pedal
8. A new blade is required for each new procedure. 3 DG08 Duplex sole plate (73mm)
9. When using the Dermatome in conjunction with an external micro motor:- 4 DSP103 Duplex to Simplex reduction plate (48mm)
•S  et control unit at the desired speed (14’000 rpm to max of 16’000 rpm 5 DMP103 Duplex to Miniplex reduction plate (23mm)
is recommended for normal use). 6 GF603 Davies® Feather Duplex Blades (box of 20)
• DO NOT EXCEED 16 000 RPM 7 PH001 Davies® Lubrication Oil
8 ST01 Sterilisation Container
ALC01 Aluminium Carrying Case (Not shown in picture)
Selecting the graft thickness
To select the required graft thicknesses push in the knurled selector
and rotate the lever into the required slot.

Setting Cut (mm) Cut (Inches)

8
1 0.08 0.003
2 0.13 0.005
3 0.18 0.007
4 0.23 0.009
5 0.28 0.011 2
6 0.33 0.013
7 0.38 0.015 2
7
3

4
5
1 2

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DAVIES® GOLD SERIES DAVIES® TCM 3000

DERMATOMES OPERATING MOTOR
CE 0120 CE 1275

Manufacturer: Manufacturer:
22 Kameeldoring Street, Nouvag AG
Vredekloof, Brackenfell. St Gallestrasse 23-25
7560, Cape Town, CH-9403 Goldach, Switzerland
South Africa Phone +44(0)71 846 6600
Fax +44(0)845 3536
Email info@nouvag.com

Authorized Representative in Europe: Authorized Representative in Europe:

Emergo Europe, Molenstraat 15, Nouvag AG
2513 BH The Hague,
The Netherlands
Tel: +31 70 345-8570