Gillet Spoon Excavator #245, Ø 2.0 mm - Double-Ended, Stainless Steel Handle | Helmut Zepf No. 24.711.45
The Gillet excavator double-ended stainless steel dental instrument #245 from Helmut Zepf is engineered to deliver precise, reliable performance in clinical cavity preparation and caries removal. Designed with a balanced, double-ended configuration, this instrument allows clinicians to access both mesial and distal surfaces without switching tools, streamlining procedural efficiency and reducing chairside instrument exchanges.
Product Overview
The Gillet #245 features a high-quality stainless steel handle that provides excellent durability, corrosion resistance, and ease of sterilization. Manufactured in Germany to rigorous quality standards, this instrument reflects Helmut Zepf's long-standing commitment to precision dental instrumentation. The stainless steel construction ensures structural integrity is maintained through repeated autoclave cycles, making it a dependable choice for busy clinical environments.
Key Features
- Design: Double-ended configuration for versatile access to mesial and distal surfaces
- Working diameter: Ø 2.0 mm working ends
- Material: Premium stainless steel handle and working ends
- Item number: Helmut Zepf No. 24.711.45
- Origin: Made in Germany
Clinical Application
As a trusted Gillet excavator double-ended stainless steel dental instrument, the #245 is well suited for the removal of carious dentin, shaping of cavity walls, and general restorative preparation tasks. Its balanced weight distribution and ergonomic handle geometry support clinician comfort during extended procedures, minimizing hand fatigue and promoting consistent technique. The Ø 2.0 mm working ends offer controlled tissue removal with accuracy appropriate for a wide range of cavity presentations.
When selecting a Gillet excavator double-ended stainless steel dental instrument for your practice, the #245 stands out for its German-engineered dimensional consistency and long service life under routine sterilization protocols.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Instrument Number | #245 |
| Working Diameter | Ø 2.0 mm |
| Handle Material | Stainless Steel |
| Item Number | Helmut Zepf No. 24.711.45 |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
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 procedures is the Gillet #245 excavator used for? It is primarily used for caries removal, cavity preparation, and shaping of dentin during restorative dental procedures.
Is this instrument autoclavable? Yes, the stainless steel construction is compatible with standard autoclave sterilization protocols.
Why choose this Gillet excavator double-ended stainless steel dental instrument? The double-ended design reduces instrument exchanges chairside, and the German manufacturing ensures consistent dimensional accuracy and longevity.
Compare With
| Brand | Spoon Excavator (by blade Ø) – Base Designation |
|---|---|
| Hu-Friedy | EXC17 (1.2 mm) / EXC18 (1.5 mm); E-series EXCE1 / EXCE2 |
| American Eagle | AEEXC17 (1.2 mm) / AEEXC18 (1.5 mm) / AEEXC38-39 (1.15 mm) |
| PDT | R386 (38-39) / R395 (63/64) |
| Nordent | REC1 (1.2 mm) / REC2 (1.6 mm) / REC1S (1.0 mm) |
| LM-Dental | 522-523 (1.0 mm) / 533-534 (1.5 mm) |
| A. Titan | EXC 17 / EXC 18 (also EXC 19–22, 31–33) |
Base pattern designations shown; brand figure systems vary — match by blade diameter. Same clinical pattern, not identical manufacture — see our Restorative Instrument Comparison Chart.
Manufacturer literature: ZEPF Dental Catalog (PDF) — more in our Restorative Instrument Library. For blade-size selection, see the Spoon Excavator & Restorative Hand Instrument Guide.
Gillet Spoon Excavator #245, Ø 2.0 mm - Double-Ended, Stainless Ste...
