Root Tip Elevator, H-Tool #5 - Straight, 3.0 mm, Yellow Metallic ID Ball | Helmut Zepf No. 17.009.05
The Root Tip Elevator H-Tool #5 Straight from Helmut Zepf is a precision-engineered dental instrument designed for the controlled removal of root fragments and broken root tips during oral surgical procedures. With a 3.0 mm tip width and a distinctive yellow metallic identification ball, this instrument offers both functional accuracy and easy chairside identification.
Backed by our Helmut Zepf Warranty — this instrument is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for 1 year. Full terms and how to make a claim are on the Warranty page.
Key Features
- Model: H-Tool #5, Straight configuration
- Tip Width: 3.0 mm
- Identification: Yellow metallic ID ball for rapid instrument recognition
- Manufacturer: Helmut Zepf, Germany (Item No. 17.009.05)
- Origin: Made in Germany
Instrument Design
The straight working end of this Root Tip Elevator is well-suited for accessing residual root tips in anterior and premolar regions where direct, linear instrumentation is preferred. The 3.0 mm blade width provides sufficient purchase on root surfaces without excessive tissue trauma, allowing the clinician to work efficiently and with confidence.
Manufactured by Helmut Zepf to exacting German quality standards, this Root Tip Elevator is built for durability and consistent performance across repeated sterilization cycles. The yellow metallic identification ball on the handle enables quick tray set-up and reduces the risk of instrument mix-up during procedures.
Clinical Application
The Root Tip Elevator H-Tool #5 Straight is indicated for use in oral surgery and tooth extraction procedures where root fragments remain in the alveolar socket. The straight design facilitates precise apical elevation in accessible sites, making it a reliable addition to any surgical instrument kit.
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 tip width does the H-Tool #5 Straight feature?
This instrument has a 3.0 mm tip width, suitable for precise root tip engagement.
What does the yellow metallic ID ball indicate?
The yellow metallic ball serves as a color-coded identification marker to distinguish this instrument quickly during clinical set-up.
Is this instrument reusable and autoclavable?
As a Helmut Zepf instrument Made in Germany, it is engineered for repeated use and is compatible with standard autoclave sterilization protocols, though specific sterilization guidelines should always be followed.
