Test device for a surgical tool

A kit, comprising:

• an end effector, comprising:
• a cartridge channel configured to receive a staple cartridge;
• a translating element configured to translate at least partially through the staple cartridge;
• and
• a lockout mechanism configured to prevent translation of the translating element;
• the staple cartridge positionable in the cartridge channel and comprising deployable staples, wherein the staple cartridge is configured to overcome the lockout mechanism when positioned in the cartridge channel;
• and
• a surgical test device, comprising:
• a body comprising at least two side walls and a bottom wall, wherein the side walls extend from the bottom wall, wherein the side walls and the bottom wall define a cavity, and wherein the cavity is sized and configured to receive at least a portion of the end effector, the body configured to prevent the end effector from retaining the staple cartridge;
• and
• a static release member coupled to the body, wherein the static release member is configured to permanently disengage the lockout mechanism to permit the translating element to move distally beyond the lockout mechanism while the surgical test device permanently prevents the end effector from performing an intended surgical function when the at least a portion of the end effector is received in the cavity, and wherein the static release member remains configured to overcome the lockout mechanism without being reset;
• wherein the surgical test device does not comprise deployable staples;
• and
• wherein the end effector further comprises a first jaw member and a second jaw member, wherein the second jaw member is movable between an open position and a closed position with respect to the first jaw member, wherein the bottom wall is adjacent to the first jaw member, and wherein each sidewall extends away from the bottom wall, past the first jaw member, and past the open position of the second jaw member.