Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder, Straight - 18 cm, Tungsten Carbide Jaws | Helmut Zepf No. 41.258.18TC
The Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder from Helmut Zepf (No. 41.258.18TC) is a precision-engineered surgical instrument designed to meet the demanding requirements of clinical and dental procedures. With a working length of 18 cm and a straight configuration, this instrument provides reliable needle control and suturing accuracy in a wide range of applications.
Tungsten Carbide Jaws
This Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder is equipped with tungsten carbide tipped jaws, offering significantly enhanced grip strength and durability compared to standard steel jaws. Tungsten carbide inserts resist wear over extended use and repeated sterilization cycles, maintaining consistent jaw performance throughout the instrument's service life. The secure grip minimizes needle rotation during suturing, contributing to precise, efficient closure.
Instrument Specifications
- Type: Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder, Straight
- Length: 18 cm
- Jaw Type: Tungsten Carbide Tipped
- Reference: Helmut Zepf No. 41.258.18TC
- Manufacturer: Helmut Zepf GmbH
Made in Germany
This Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder is manufactured in Germany by Helmut Zepf GmbH, a brand recognized for its rigorous quality standards and professional-grade instrumentation. German craftsmanship ensures dimensional consistency, material integrity, and long-term reliability in everyday clinical use.
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 is the Mayo-Hegar Needle Holder used for? It is used to hold and drive suture needles during surgical and dental procedures, enabling precise tissue closure.
What advantage do tungsten carbide jaws offer? Tungsten carbide tipped jaws provide superior grip, extended wear resistance, and consistent performance across many sterilization cycles compared to standard steel jaws.
Is this instrument suitable for autoclave sterilization? Instruments of this category are generally designed for standard autoclave sterilization; refer to the manufacturer's guidelines for specific protocols.
Compare With
| Brand | Mayo-Hegar — straight, 14–18 cm – Base Designation |
|---|---|
| Hu-Friedy | NH5042 / NH5044 |
| Karl Schumacher | C-NEE0691 / C-NEE0791 |
| ACE Southern | 30-051-09 |
| A. Titan | M6 / M7 |
| Salvin | MAYO HEGAR |
| Miltex | 8-44 |
| Nordent | NH201 / NH202 |
Base pattern designations shown. Same clinical pattern, not identical manufacture — see our Surgical Instrument Comparison Chart.
Manufacturer literature: ZEPF Dental Catalog (PDF) — more in our Catalogs & Product Library.
