Castroviejo Needle Holder - TOUCHGRIP Design | Helmut Zepf No. 41.010.17HZU
The Castroviejo Needle Holder by Helmut Zepf (No. 41.010.17HZU) is a precision micro needle holder engineered in collaboration with Dr. Hürzeler and Dr. Zuhr, embodying the TOUCHGRIP Design philosophy for superior tactile feedback and ergonomic control during delicate surgical procedures.
Key Specifications
- Design: TOUCHGRIP Design by Dr. Hürzeler and Dr. Zuhr
- Instrument Length: 17.5 cm
- Coating: PVD C13 (Sand)
- Type: Micro Needle Holder
- Model No.: 41.010.17HZU
TOUCHGRIP Design Advantage
What sets this Castroviejo Needle Holder apart from conventional instruments is the TOUCHGRIP Design, developed specifically by Dr. Hürzeler and Dr. Zuhr for microsurgical and periodontal applications. The ergonomic surface texture provides a secure, non-slip grip even under challenging clinical conditions, reducing hand fatigue and improving precision during needle placement and suture management. The PVD C13 (Sand) coating — applied via physical vapor deposition — enhances both instrument durability and tactile properties, while delivering a matte, non-reflective finish suited to clinical environments.
Craftsmanship and Quality
Manufactured in Germany, this Castroviejo Needle Holder reflects Helmut Zepf's longstanding commitment to high-quality dental instrumentation. Built to meet the rigorous demands of modern surgical practice, it delivers consistent performance across repeated sterilization cycles and extended clinical use. For a full overview of the TOUCHGRIP instrument range, refer to the official
1-Year Warranty
This Helmut Zepf instrument is covered by a 1-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship from the date of delivery.
60-Day Returns — Any Reason, Even If Used
Put this instrument to work in your practice. If it is not right for you, return it within 60 days of delivery for a full refund — for any reason, even if it has been used.

FAQ
What is the Helmut Zepf reference number for this instrument? The manufacturer reference number is 41.010.17HZU; use it for reordering and inventory identification.
How should this instrument be reprocessed? Follow the manufacturer’s reprocessing instructions and your local infection-control protocols; inspect the instrument before each use and after each cycle.
Where is this instrument made? It is manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik in Seitingen-Oberflacht, Germany — a specialist in precision dental instruments since 1921.
Compare With
| Brand | Castroviejo — straight (Spinlock, TC jaws) – Base Designation |
|---|---|
| Hu-Friedy | NH5020 / NH5024 |
| Karl Schumacher | C-NEE0001 / C-NEE0005 / C-NEE0007 |
| ACE Southern | 31-052-06 / 31-052-05 |
| A. Titan | 188TC / 187TC / 188TC-LONG / 187TC-LONG |
| Salvin | CASTRO |
| Miltex | 18-1828TC |
| Nordent | NH208 |
| PDT | T088 / T710 |
Base pattern designations shown. Same clinical pattern, not identical manufacture — see our Surgical Instrument Comparison Chart.
Manufacturer literature: TOUCHGRIP brochure (PDF) — more in our Surgical Instrument Library.

