{"product_id":"mathieu-needle-holder-17cm-inside-lock-wide-tip-helmut-zepf-41-264-17kfo","title":"Mathieu Needle Holder - 17 cm, Inside Lock, Wide Tip (2.8 mm, Wider Design) | Helmut Zepf No. 41.264.17KFO","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Mathieu Needle Holder from Helmut Zepf in the full 17 cm length with 2.8 mm wider jaw combines maximum hand clearance with a broad, secure grip surface — the classic configuration for high-volume elastomeric and wire ligature work across the full arch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 17 cm — full-size handle clearance for extended tying sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTip width 2.8 mm, wider design for elastomerics and heavier ligature wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInner lock (inside ratchet) protects the mechanism from snagging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-serrated jaws with spring-action ratchet release\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\u003ePair by preference: the matching slim 2.0 mm tip 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 both jaw widths come in compact \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mathieu-needle-holder-14cm-inside-lock-wide-tip-helmut-zepf-41-264-14kfo\"\u003e14 cm\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mathieu-needle-holder-14cm-inside-lock-fine-tip-helmut-zepf-41-262-14kfo\"\u003elengths\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/orthodontic-ligature-instrument\"\u003eLigature Instruments\u003c\/a\u003e range; worn ratchets and jaws can be restored through our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/instrument-repair-sharpening-reconditioning-service\"\u003efactory-certified sharpening \u0026amp; repair service\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 placing elastomeric ligatures with a controlled spring-ratchet grip-and-release action.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich length should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 17 cm model provides greater handle clearance and leverage for extended sessions; the 14 cm models favor compact intraoral control and smaller hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this instrument made in Germany?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, Helmut Zepf instruments, including this model, are manufactured in Germany to high quality standards.\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;\"\u003e678-331 (Wide Tip); carbide inserts: 678-332 Perma Sharp™\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;\"\u003e678-331A (carbide: 678-332A; standard tip: NHMA)\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)\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\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":59716540236062,"sku":"41.264.17KFO","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/4126417.jpg?v=1787771132","url":"https:\/\/deutschedt.com\/products\/mathieu-needle-holder-17cm-inside-lock-wide-tip-helmut-zepf-41-264-17kfo","provider":"Deutsche Dental Technologien","version":"1.0","type":"link"}