{"product_id":"separating-pliers-16-cm-elastic-separators-helmut-zepf-31-770-15","title":"Separating Pliers - 16 cm, for Elastic Separators | Helmut Zepf No. 31.770.15","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese \u003cstrong\u003eorthodontic separating pliers\u003c\/strong\u003e stretch an elastic separator so it can be slipped between the contact points before molar bands are fitted. At 16 cm they give good reach to the posterior teeth with a comfortable, controlled grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Placing elastic separators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArticle Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31.770.15\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFast, Gentle Separator Placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe working tips hold the elastic ring securely while it is stretched and guided through the contact, then release it cleanly. Quick placement means less time with the patient's mouth open and more predictable spacing at the banding appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMade in Germany\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHelmut Zepf manufactures its orthodontic pliers in Germany from high-grade stainless steel, designed for repeated thermal disinfection and steam sterilisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRelated: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/force-module-separator-15cm-helmut-zepf-33-770-14\"\u003eForce Module Separator (33.770.14)\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/orthodontic-band-instruments-helmut-zepf\"\u003eOrthodontic Band Instruments\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\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\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are separating pliers used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e They are used to place elastic separators between teeth to create space before orthodontic bands are fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long are these pliers?\u003c\/strong\u003e They measure 16 cm overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre they autoclavable?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, they are stainless steel and suitable for standard steam sterilisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zepf-dental.com\/IFU\/0703091007_WIEDERAUFBEREITUNG_HZ_BA.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eReprocessing instructions (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer literature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zepf-dental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/PDF\/katalog\/HZ_Dental_Catalog.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eZEPF Dental Catalog (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e — more in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/catalogs-product-library\"\u003eCatalogs \u0026amp; Product Library\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Helmut Zepf GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60077020971294,"sku":"31.770.15","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/separating-pliers-16-cm-elastic-separators-helmut-zepf-31-770-15.jpg?v=1790605114","url":"https:\/\/deutschedt.com\/products\/separating-pliers-16-cm-elastic-separators-helmut-zepf-31-770-15","provider":"Deutsche Dental Technologien","version":"1.0","type":"link"}