{"product_id":"ligature-plier-tungsten-carbide-jaws-41-917-15","title":"Wire Sizing Pliers \/ Ligature Pliers - Tungsten Carbide Jaws, 15 cm | Helmut Zepf No. 41.917.15","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLigature Plier\u003c\/strong\u003e from Helmut Zepf is a precision orthodontic instrument engineered for reliable wire sizing and ligature placement in demanding clinical environments. Designed to meet the exacting standards of modern orthodontic practice, this plier combines robust construction with refined handling characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTungsten Carbide-Tipped Jaws:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offer exceptional hardness and wear resistance, ensuring long-term grip performance on archwires and ligatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 cm, providing a well-balanced form factor suited to intraoral access and precise manipulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Function:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serves as both a wire sizing plier and a ligature plier, reducing instrument changeovers during treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Quality Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produced in Germany under the Helmut Zepf brand, reflecting a tradition of craftsmanship in dental instrument manufacturing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eClinical Application\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLigature Plier\u003c\/strong\u003e is intended for use in orthodontic procedures where controlled wire handling and accurate ligature management are essential. The tungsten carbide tips resist deformation under repeated clinical stress, maintaining consistent jaw contact. At 15 cm, the instrument length supports ergonomic grip and reduces operator fatigue during extended procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis instrument is catalogued under Helmut Zepf reference number \u003cstrong\u003e41.917.15\u003c\/strong\u003e, and is part of the ZEPF Orthodontics range of specialist hand instruments.\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\u003eWhat makes tungsten carbide tips advantageous in a Ligature Plier?\u003c\/strong\u003e Tungsten carbide is significantly harder than standard steel, providing superior grip and extended service life, particularly when handling stainless steel or nickel-titanium wires repeatedly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this instrument autoclavable?\u003c\/strong\u003e Helmut Zepf instruments are generally designed for standard dental sterilisation protocols; consult the manufacturer's instructions for specific sterilisation guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the instrument length?\u003c\/strong\u003e The overall length is 15 cm, making this Ligature Plier suitable for both anterior and posterior intraoral access.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Helmut Zepf GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50531360309534,"sku":"41.917.15","price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/4191715_1_6d7a3f3e-ab7c-4025-81d6-894429febd50.jpg?v=1781197080","url":"https:\/\/deutschedt.com\/products\/ligature-plier-tungsten-carbide-jaws-41-917-15","provider":"Deutsche Dental Technologien","version":"1.0","type":"link"}