{"product_id":"castroviejo-needle-holder-curved-16cm-spinlock-tc-jaws","title":"Castroviejo Needle Holder, Curved - 16 cm, Spinlock Design, Lock and Protected Inner Spring, Tungsten Carbide Jaws | Helmut Zepf No. 41.201.15TC","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCastroviejo Needle Holder\u003c\/strong\u003e from Helmut Zepf (No. 41.201.15TC) is a precision micro-surgical instrument engineered for demanding clinical procedures requiring exceptional control and repeatability. Curved in design and measuring 16 cm in working length, it is built to the exacting standards of the ZEPF-Line, manufactured in Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurved Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimized angulation for improved access and visibility during delicate suturing procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpinlock Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The spinlock mechanism provides smooth, reliable locking and unlocking with minimal effort, reducing hand fatigue during extended procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLock and Protected Inner Spring:\u003c\/strong\u003e The integrated lock combined with a protected inner spring ensures consistent tension and long-term mechanical reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTungsten Carbide Jaws:\u003c\/strong\u003e TC-tipped jaws deliver superior needle grip, extended service life, and resistance to wear compared to standard steel jaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 cm Overall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e A versatile working length suited to microsurgical and general surgical applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZEPF-Line Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part of Helmut Zepf's premium instrument range, produced in Germany to rigorous quality standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Castroviejo Needle Holder?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCastroviejo Needle Holder\u003c\/strong\u003e with tungsten carbide jaws is the preferred choice of clinicians who require precision, durability, and ergonomic performance in a single instrument. The curved shaft enhances intraoral access, while the spinlock mechanism allows confident, one-handed locking during suture placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eCastroviejo Needle Holder\u003c\/strong\u003e is part of the trusted Helmut Zepf GmbH portfolio — instruments built to last and designed with the practitioner's workflow in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/MadeInGermanySmall.png?v=1775134964\" alt=\"Dental Instruments, Tools, Burs, Diamonds and Polishers Made In Germany\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes tungsten carbide jaws superior?\u003c\/strong\u003e Tungsten carbide inserts provide a harder, more wear-resistant gripping surface than standard steel, maintaining needle control over a significantly longer instrument lifespan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this instrument autoclavable?\u003c\/strong\u003e As a professional-grade surgical instrument, it is designed to withstand standard sterilization protocols; consult your facility's sterilization guidelines for specific cycle parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the spinlock design offer?\u003c\/strong\u003e The spinlock allows smooth, controlled ratcheting that reduces the force needed to lock and release, minimizing hand strain during repetitive suturing tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Helmut Zepf GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50531332718878,"sku":"41.201.15TC","price":569.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/4120115tc_1_ce63e26e-7639-4684-adec-8531b79704e1.jpg?v=1781197455","url":"https:\/\/deutschedt.com\/products\/castroviejo-needle-holder-curved-16cm-spinlock-tc-jaws","provider":"Deutsche Dental Technologien","version":"1.0","type":"link"}