{"product_id":"micro-dressing-forceps-22-820-17tc","title":"Micro Dressing Forceps - 18 cm, Grooved Tips, Straight, Tungsten Carbide Inserts, ZEPF-Line Stainless Steel Long Handle with Guide Pin | Helmut Zepf No. 22.820.17TC","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Dressing Forceps\u003c\/strong\u003e from Helmut Zepf (No. 22.820.17TC) are precision-engineered instruments designed to meet the exacting demands of modern dental and microsurgical practice. Featuring grooved tips in a straight configuration, these forceps deliver reliable tissue handling with enhanced grip control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTungsten Carbide Inserts:\u003c\/strong\u003e The jaw tips are reinforced with tungsten carbide inserts, providing exceptional durability and long-term resistance to wear, ensuring consistent gripping performance over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrooved Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e The precisely machined grooved tips allow secure, atraumatic engagement with delicate tissues and materials during clinical procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraight Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The straight configuration offers direct, unobstructed access, making these \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Dressing Forceps\u003c\/strong\u003e well-suited for a wide range of intraoral applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18 cm Long Handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The extended stainless steel handle, measuring 18 cm, improves reach and operator comfort across diverse clinical settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuide Pin:\u003c\/strong\u003e An integrated guide pin ensures smooth, consistent alignment of both handle arms, enhancing precision during use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZEPF-Line Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part of the esteemed ZEPF-Line, these instruments are crafted from high-grade stainless steel, reflecting Helmut Zepf's commitment to German manufacturing standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstrument Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTip Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrooved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsert Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTungsten Carbide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZEPF-Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuide Pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCatalog No.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.820.17TC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes these Micro Dressing Forceps suitable for microsurgical use?\u003c\/strong\u003e The combination of grooved tungsten carbide-tipped jaws, precise straight alignment, and a guide pin ensures controlled, reliable performance in delicate procedural environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these instruments autoclavable?\u003c\/strong\u003e As stainless steel ZEPF-Line instruments, they are manufactured to withstand standard sterilization protocols, though users should follow applicable guidelines for their facility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the significance of tungsten carbide inserts?\u003c\/strong\u003e Tungsten carbide inserts significantly extend the service life of the \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Dressing Forceps\u003c\/strong\u003e by providing a hardened gripping surface that resists wear compared to standard stainless steel tips.\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","brand":"Helmut Zepf GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50531154821406,"sku":"22.820.17TC","price":319.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/2282017tc_1_60d2f7b7-894a-4ee5-b2f3-fa1b5c127e61.jpg?v=1781199025","url":"https:\/\/deutschedt.com\/products\/micro-dressing-forceps-22-820-17tc","provider":"Deutsche Dental Technologien","version":"1.0","type":"link"}