{"product_id":"double-ended-dental-excavator-stainless-steel-131-132-1mm-zepf-24-708-31","title":"Excavator #131\/132, Ø 1.0 mm - Double-Ended, Stainless Steel Handle | Helmut Zepf No. 24.708.31","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003edouble-ended dental excavator stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e instrument from Helmut Zepf — model #131\/132, Ø 1.0 mm — is a precision-engineered hand tool designed to meet the demanding standards of modern clinical dentistry. Crafted from high-grade stainless steel and manufactured in Germany, this excavator delivers consistent, reliable performance across a wide range of restorative and operative procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003edouble-ended dental excavator stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e features a slender 1.0 mm blade diameter, making it well-suited for accessing confined cavities, removing carious tissue, and refining cavity margins with accuracy. The double-ended design offers two working ends in a single instrument, maximising efficiency and reducing instrument changeovers during treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePattern: #131\/132 — a classic and widely used excavator configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade diameter: Ø 1.0 mm for precise, controlled excavation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-ended design for versatile clinical application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel construction for durability and corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErgonomic handle for comfortable, fatigue-reducing grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Germany — Helmut Zepf No. 24.708.31\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eClinical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003edouble-ended dental excavator stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e is commonly used in caries removal, pulp capping preparation, cavity refinement, and temporary restoration removal. Its balanced weight distribution and fine working ends support tactile sensitivity, enabling clinicians to work with confidence and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality and Manufacture\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHelmut Zepf GmbH has a long-standing reputation for producing high-quality dental instruments. This excavator is fully autoclavable and compatible with standard sterilisation protocols, ensuring compliance with infection control requirements in clinical environments.\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\u003eIs this excavator autoclavable?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the stainless steel construction makes it suitable for standard autoclave sterilisation cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the double-ended design offer?\u003c\/strong\u003e It provides two functional working ends in a single handle, reducing instrument exchanges and improving clinical workflow efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the blade diameter of this instrument?\u003c\/strong\u003e The working end has a diameter of Ø 1.0 mm, ideal for fine, controlled excavation work.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Helmut Zepf GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50531226845470,"sku":"24.708.31","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/2470831_1_cfdb896a-ba07-4b25-93ae-2223d14979ac.jpg?v=1768926047","url":"https:\/\/deutschedt.com\/products\/double-ended-dental-excavator-stainless-steel-131-132-1mm-zepf-24-708-31","provider":"Deutsche Dental Technologien","version":"1.0","type":"link"}