{"product_id":"force-module-separator-15cm-helmut-zepf-33-770-14","title":"Force Module Separator - 15 cm | Helmut Zepf No. 33.770.14","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Force Module Separator from Helmut Zepf is a 15 cm spring-action plier engineered for stretching and placing elastomeric separators (separating modules) interproximally prior to molar banding. Fine, tapered beaks hold the module securely under tension, allowing atraumatic insertion through the contact point with minimal patient discomfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 cm length optimized for posterior intraoral access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine tapered beaks grip elastomeric modules securely under tension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring-return handle design for fast, repetitive placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully autoclavable stainless steel construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Germany\u003c\/strong\u003e — manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH in Seitingen-Oberflacht to rigorous quality standards and craftsmanship since 1921\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA separating step precedes every well-fitted band. The Force Module Separator (Helmut Zepf No. 33.770.14) completes the banding sequence alongside the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/band-pusher-mershon-helmut-zepf-19-261-00as\"\u003eBand Pusher Mershon (No. 19.261.00AS)\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/molar-band-setter-dental-instrument-19-263-50\"\u003eMolar Band Setter (No. 19.263.50)\u003c\/a\u003e, with band removal handled by the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/orthodontic-oliver-band-removing-pliers-13cm\"\u003eOliver Band Removing Pliers (No. 33.770.21)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/orthodontic-band-instruments-helmut-zepf\"\u003eOrthodontic Band Instruments collection\u003c\/a\u003e or the complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/orthodontic-instrument-collection-zepf-ortho-master\"\u003eZEPF Ortho Master line\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e1-Year Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Helmut Zepf instrument is covered by a \u003cstrong\u003e1-year warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e against defects in materials and workmanship from the date of delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e60-Day Returns — Any Reason, Even If Used\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut this instrument to work in your practice. If it is not right for you, return it within 60 days of delivery for a \u003cstrong\u003efull refund — for any reason, even if it has been used\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat are separating pliers used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey stretch elastomeric separating modules so they can be slipped through the interproximal contact, creating space over 3–7 days for comfortable band fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this plier be sterilized?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It is stainless steel and fully autoclavable per the manufacturer’s validated reprocessing instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this instrument made in Germany?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik in Seitingen-Oberflacht, Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/orthodontic-instrument-comparison-chart\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eCompare With\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 1em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;text-align:left;background:#f6f6f6;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;text-align:left;background:#f6f6f6;\"\u003eReference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eHu-Friedy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003e678-210 (Force Module Separating Pliers)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eAmerican Orthodontics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003e001-101 (Force Module Separator; adjustable: 001-101S); 678-210A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003e3M Unitek\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003e800-734 (Universal Separating Pliers, spring-back)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eOrmco\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003e800-1101 (101, Force Module Separator; screw-adjust: 800-1011); elastic separating: 803-0145\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eDentaurum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eSeparating Pliers 015-160-00 (for Dentalastics® rings)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eRocky Mountain (RMO)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eSchweickhardt I00810; Apex T00810\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eDentronix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eD151\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor full technical specifications, download the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/ZEPF_Orthomaster-E_3c3f40e2-a418-4eaa-aa92-666705d0e2b8.pdf?v=1785428771\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDetailed Brochure of the ZEPF Ortho Master Line\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer literature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zepf-dental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/PDF\/katalog\/HZ_Dental_Catalog.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eZEPF Dental Catalog (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e — more in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/catalogs-product-library\"\u003eCatalogs \u0026amp; Product Library\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Helmut Zepf GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59716540137758,"sku":"33.770.14","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/3377014.jpg?v=1787771081","url":"https:\/\/deutschedt.com\/products\/force-module-separator-15cm-helmut-zepf-33-770-14","provider":"Deutsche Dental Technologien","version":"1.0","type":"link"}