M5 Deep Scaling Gracey Special Curette (GRA 13/14), for Distal surfaces of Premolars / Molars, Skewed for Optimal Placement - ZEPF-bIONIK QuickFix Handle in Cobalt Blue | Helmut Zepf No. 24.207.13GM5
The Gracey Curette is an essential instrument in periodontal therapy, and this M5 Deep Scaling Gracey Special Curette (GRA 13/14) from Helmut Zepf delivers the precision and control required for thorough subgingival debridement. Designed specifically for the distal surfaces of premolars and molars, its skewed blade geometry ensures optimal placement in posterior regions where access is most challenging.
bIONIK handle color code
The handle color identifies which instrument you are using. Each bIONIK color stands for a working-end pattern, so you can pick the right curette or scaler from the tray at a glance.
| Handle color | Instrument |
|---|---|
| Front teeth | |
| Yellow | Gracey 1/2 · Langer 5/6 |
| Signal orange | Gracey 3/4 |
| Red-purple | Gracey 5/6 |
| Back teeth | |
| Lightred-magenta | Gracey 7/8 · M 23 · sickle 6/7 delicate |
| Turquoise-brightblue | Gracey 9/10 |
| Signal purple | Gracey 11/12, 15/16 |
| Cobalt blueThis instrument | Gracey 13/14, 17/18 · Columbia · McCall · Langer 17/18 · M 23 slim · sickle 6/7 delicate |
| Universals and sickles | |
| Yellow-green | Langer 3/4 · sickle scalers |
| Black | Langer 1/2 |
| Grey | GXC 4 blunt sickle |
This is a Gracey 13/14 Curette. See all 17 Zepf versions — handles, coatings and replaceable tips — on our Gracey 13/14 Curette page.
Part of the Helmut Zepf QuickFix replaceable-tip system — screw-in tips for bIONIK, Z-SHAPE and Lotus handles. Swap a worn tip in seconds and keep the handle.
Backed by our Helmut Zepf Warranty — this instrument is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for 6 months. Full terms and how to make a claim are on the Warranty page.
Instrument Overview
This Gracey Curette is engineered for deep scaling procedures, featuring a 13/14 area-specific design that targets distal surfaces with accuracy. The skewed configuration of the working end allows clinicians to adapt the blade to tooth anatomy with minimal patient discomfort, maintaining close contact with root surfaces throughout the stroke.
ZEPF-bIONIK Handle
The instrument is fitted with the ZEPF-bIONIK handle in Cobalt Blue, a design that combines ergonomic form with functional durability. The handle promotes a balanced, fatigue-reducing grip during extended clinical sessions, supporting consistent instrumentation technique across multiple quadrants.
Key Features
- Gracey Special Curette pattern 13/14 — distal surfaces of premolars and molars
- Skewed blade for optimal subgingival placement
- M5 working end designation for deep scaling applications
- ZEPF-bIONIK ergonomic handle in Cobalt Blue
- Manufactured by Helmut Zepf GmbH — Made in Germany
- Reference: Helmut Zepf No. 24.207.13GM5
Why Choose This Gracey Curette
Helmut Zepf instruments are manufactured in Germany to exacting standards, ensuring each Gracey Curette delivers long-term sharpness retention and reliable clinical performance. The 13/14 designation makes this instrument an indispensable component of any comprehensive periodontal scaling kit.
Award-Winning Handle Design
The bIONIK handle won the Red Dot Design Award in 2010, the year of its launch. The jury of the Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen in Essen, Germany, honored the bIONIK handle’s ergonomic design, high-tech material, and exceptional lightness and durability.
Design Notes
The M5 design: the first shank is about 3 mm longer than standard and the sharpened working end is shortened, with a 0.95 mm thin, flexible and therefore highly tactile first shaft — built for special subgingival curettage in tight, deep pockets (beyond 5 mm) and along narrow root surfaces.
Interchangeable Insert System
This instrument is part of the ZEPF bIONIK interchangeable-insert system — the working end is an exchangeable insert, so a worn tip is replaced in seconds while the handle stays in service for years. See how the system works →
6-Month Warranty
This Helmut Zepf instrument is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for its expected working life, which our research has shown to be 6 months from the date of delivery. See our Warranty page for full terms.
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 surfaces does the GRA 13/14 Gracey Curette treat?
This instrument is area-specific for the distal surfaces of premolars and molars, making it ideal for posterior periodontal instrumentation.
What does M5 designate?
M5 refers to the working end specification, suited for deep scaling in periodontal pockets.
Is this instrument autoclavable?
Helmut Zepf instruments are designed for clinical use; consult your sterilization protocol guidelines for processing details.
Compare With
| Brand | Gracey 13/14 – Base Designation |
|---|---|
| Hu-Friedy | SG13/14 |
| American Eagle | AEG13-14 |
| PDT | R028 |
| Nordent | SCGR13-14 |
| Premier | BEUL-05613 / BE-1005025 / LT-1004816 / PremierAir-1004666 |
| LM-Dental | 213-214 |
| A. Titan | GR 13-14 |
Base pattern designations shown. Same clinical pattern, not identical manufacture — see our Hygiene Instrument Comparison Chart.
