Combination Instrument, PA Probe North Carolina CNC (UNC 15) and Periodontic Probe #3A, Graduation: 1 - 15 in mm Steps - Double-Ended, Interchangeable Tips, ZEPF-bIONIK Handle in Cobalt-Blue | Helmut Zepf No. 24.854.14
The periodontic PA probe combination instrument from Helmut Zepf GmbH is a precision-engineered, double-ended dental probe that unites the PA Probe North Carolina CNC and Periodontic Probe #3A in a single, efficient instrument. Designed for the discerning clinician, it delivers accurate, reproducible measurements across a graduation range of 1 to 15 mm in clear millimetre steps.
Key Features
- Double-Ended Design: Combines the PA Probe North Carolina CNC with Periodontic Probe #3A for versatile chairside functionality.
- Graduation Scale: Precise 1–15 mm markings in millimetre steps for consistent, reproducible probing depth readings.
- Interchangeable Tips: Compatible with the ZEPF-bIONIK handle system, allowing tip replacement and instrument customisation.
- ZEPF-bIONIK Handle in Cobalt-Blue: The ergonomically designed cobalt-blue handle offers a secure grip and reduces clinician fatigue during extended procedures.
- Made in Germany: Manufactured by Helmut Zepf GmbH to the exacting standards associated with German dental instrument craftsmanship.
Clinical Benefits
As a periodontic PA probe combination instrument, this Zepf tool streamlines the periodontal assessment workflow. The dual-ended configuration reduces instrument exchange time, while the clearly graduated markings support precise pocket depth recording and radiographic reference. The interchangeable tip system of the ZEPF-bIONIK platform means individual tips can be replaced independently, offering a cost-effective and sustainable approach to instrument management.
The cobalt-blue ZEPF-bIONIK handle is engineered for balance and tactile sensitivity, ensuring the clinician can detect subtle tissue resistance during probing. This periodontic PA probe combination instrument carries Helmut Zepf article number 24.854.14 and is designed to integrate seamlessly into professional periodontal and restorative clinical settings.
Award-Winning Handle Design
The bIONIK handle won the Red Dot Design Award in 2010, the year of its launch. The jury of the Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen in Essen, Germany, honored the bIONIK handle’s ergonomic design, high-tech material, and exceptional lightness and durability.
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 probes are included in this combination instrument? This instrument features the PA Probe North Carolina CNC on one end and Periodontic Probe #3A on the other, making it a true dual-function periodontic PA probe combination instrument.
Are the tips interchangeable? Yes. The instrument is designed with interchangeable tips compatible with the ZEPF-bIONIK handle system.
What is the graduation range? The probe is graduated from 1 to 15 mm in millimetre steps, providing a comprehensive measurement range for periodontal assessment.
Where is this instrument manufactured? This instrument is made in Germany by Helmut Zepf GmbH.
Compare With
| Brand | UNC 15 / North Carolina (1–15 mm) – Base Designation |
|---|---|
| Hu-Friedy | PCPUNC15 |
| American Eagle | AEPUNC15RB |
| PDT | R198 |
| Nordent | PCN15 |
| Premier | CC-1003684 / CV-1003640 / PremierAir-1003635 |
| LM-Dental | 54B |
| A. Titan | UNC 15 |
Base pattern designations shown. Same clinical pattern, not identical manufacture — see our Hygiene Instrument Comparison Chart.
Manufacturer literature: ZEPF Dental Catalog (PDF) — more in our Catalogs & Product Library.
