{"product_id":"mathieu-needle-holder-14cm-inside-lock-fine-tip-helmut-zepf-41-262-14kfo","title":"Mathieu Needle Holder - 14 cm, Inside Lock, Fine Tip (2.0 mm, Slim Design) | Helmut Zepf No. 41.262.14KFO","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Mathieu Needle Holder from Helmut Zepf is a precision-engineered orthodontic ligature instrument offered here in a compact 14 cm length with a slim 2.0 mm fine tip and protected inner lock. The spring-action ratchet lets the clinician grasp, twist, and release stainless steel ligature wire in a single fluid motion — the workhorse of every fixed-appliance tie-in appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 14 cm — compact profile for confined intraoral access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTip width 2.0 mm, slim design for fine, precise ligature control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInner lock (inside ratchet) keeps the mechanism clear of soft tissue and gauze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-serrated jaws grip ligature wire and elastomerics securely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered as a professional orthodontics ligature instrument\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\u003eChoose the 14 cm fine tip for anterior work and smaller hands; the same slim 2.0 mm pattern is available in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mathieu-needle-holder-17cm-inside-lock-fine-tip-helmut-zepf-41-262-17kfo\"\u003e17 cm (No. 41.262.17KFO)\u003c\/a\u003e, and a wider 2.8 mm jaw in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mathieu-needle-holder-14cm-inside-lock-wide-tip-helmut-zepf-41-264-14kfo\"\u003e14 cm (No. 41.264.14KFO)\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mathieu-needle-holder-17cm-inside-lock-wide-tip-helmut-zepf-41-264-17kfo\"\u003e17 cm (No. 41.264.17KFO)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/orthodontic-ligature-instrument\"\u003eLigature Instruments\u003c\/a\u003e range, and keep the ratchet running smoothly with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/medical-white-oil-paraffinum-perliquidum-50ml-helmut-zepf-24-950-10\"\u003eZEPF medical white oil (No. 24.950.10)\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 is the Mathieu Needle Holder used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is primarily used in orthodontics for tying ligature wires and handling fine intraoral tasks that require controlled, precise gripping with a spring-ratchet release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does “inner lock” mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ratchet lock sits inside the handle frame rather than at its edge, protecting the mechanism from snagging gauze, gloves, or soft tissue during rapid tying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSlim 2.0 mm or wider 2.8 mm tip — which should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe slim tip excels at fine wire ligatures and anterior precision; the wider tip offers a broader grip surface preferred for elastomeric modules and heavier wires.\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;\"\u003e678-330 (Mathieu, slim tip)\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;\"\u003e678-330A; Coon style: 001-250C\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;\"\u003e500-083 (Mathieu Needle Holder)\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;\"\u003eETM 801-0064 (Mathieu style; notch tip: 801-0006); Coon style: 803-0149 (D.F.9)\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;\"\u003eNeedle Holder acc. to Mathieu, Medium 000-030-00 (finger ring: 000-035-00)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eDentsply Sirona (GAC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eBIGJOHN216 (inserted)\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 I00030 (13 cm)\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;\"\u003eD216 (inserted D216I)\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:\/\/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\"\u003eZEPF Ortho Master Catalog (K\/25 Ortho E) (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e — more in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/helmut-zepf-orthodontic-instrument-library\"\u003eOrthodontic Instrument Library\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Helmut Zepf GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59716540170526,"sku":"41.262.14KFO","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/4126214.jpg?v=1787771084","url":"https:\/\/deutschedt.com\/products\/mathieu-needle-holder-14cm-inside-lock-fine-tip-helmut-zepf-41-262-14kfo","provider":"Deutsche Dental Technologien","version":"1.0","type":"link"}