Sickle Scaler #H 6/7 with Opposed Tips for Front Teeth and Premolars, Very Fine Version - ZEPF-bIONIK QuickFix Handle in Yellow-Green | Helmut Zepf No. 24.208.06HF
The Sickle Scaler #H 6/7 from Helmut Zepf is a precision dental hygiene instrument engineered for effective scaling on front teeth and premolars. Featuring opposed tips, this instrument allows clinicians to access interproximal and subgingival surfaces with accuracy and control, making it a trusted choice for hygienists and dental professionals alike.
bIONIK handle color code
The handle color identifies which instrument you are using. Each bIONIK color stands for a working-end pattern, so you can pick the right curette or scaler from the tray at a glance.
| Handle color | Instrument |
|---|---|
| Front teeth | |
| Yellow | Gracey 1/2 · Langer 5/6 |
| Signal orange | Gracey 3/4 |
| Red-purple | Gracey 5/6 |
| Back teeth | |
| Lightred-magenta | Gracey 7/8 · M 23 · sickle 6/7 delicate |
| Turquoise-brightblue | Gracey 9/10 |
| Signal purple | Gracey 11/12, 15/16 |
| Cobalt blue | Gracey 13/14, 17/18 · Columbia · McCall · Langer 17/18 · M 23 slim · sickle 6/7 delicate |
| Universals and sickles | |
| Yellow-greenThis instrument | Langer 3/4 · sickle scalers |
| Black | Langer 1/2 |
| Grey | GXC 4 blunt sickle |
This is a H6/7 Sickle Scaler. See all 17 Zepf versions — handles, coatings and replaceable tips — on our H6/7 Sickle Scaler page.
Part of the Helmut Zepf QuickFix replaceable-tip system — screw-in tips for bIONIK, Z-SHAPE and Lotus handles. Swap a worn tip in seconds and keep the handle.
Backed by our Helmut Zepf Warranty — this instrument is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for 6 months. Full terms and how to make a claim are on the Warranty page.
Instrument Highlights
- Design: #H 6/7 configuration with opposed tips, optimized for anterior teeth and premolars
- Version: Very Fine — ideal for delicate scaling procedures and patients requiring a gentler approach
- Handle: ZEPF-bIONIK Handle in Yellow-Green, ergonomically designed for reduced hand fatigue during prolonged clinical use
- Origin: Made in Germany by Helmut Zepf (No. 24.208.06HF)
Clinical Application
This Sickle Scaler is particularly suited for supragingival and light subgingival deposit removal on anterior and premolar regions. The very fine tip version delivers controlled, precise strokes, reducing trauma to surrounding soft tissue. The ZEPF-bIONIK handle design promotes a balanced grip and optimal fingertip sensitivity, supporting consistent technique throughout the appointment.
Why Choose Helmut Zepf?
Helmut Zepf instruments are manufactured to exacting German quality standards, combining advanced metallurgy with ergonomic engineering. The Sickle Scaler range exemplifies this commitment, offering durability, sharpness retention, and handle comfort that meet the demands of busy clinical environments.
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.
6-Month Warranty
This Helmut Zepf instrument is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for its expected working life, which our research has shown to be 6 months from the date of delivery. See our Warranty page for full terms.
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 tooth surfaces is the #H 6/7 Sickle Scaler designed for?
It is designed primarily for front teeth (anterior) and premolars, with opposed tips to address both mesial and distal surfaces efficiently.
What does the Very Fine version mean?
The Very Fine version refers to a finer tip profile, making this Sickle Scaler suitable for more delicate scaling needs or patients with sensitivity.
What is the ZEPF-bIONIK handle?
The ZEPF-bIONIK handle is an ergonomically optimized handle design by Helmut Zepf, available here in Yellow-Green, intended to reduce clinician fatigue and improve instrument control.
Compare With
| Brand | Sickle H6/7 – Base Designation |
|---|---|
| Hu-Friedy | SH6/7 |
| PDT | R110 |
| American Eagle | AESH6-7 |
| Nordent | SCN67 |
| Premier | BEUL-05621 / BE-1005040 / LT-1004839 / PremierAir-1004689 |
| LM-Dental | 146-147 |
| A. Titan | H6-H7 |
Base pattern designations shown; each brand offers handle, rigidity, and blade variants under suffixes of these codes. Same clinical pattern, not identical manufacture — see our Hygiene Instrument Comparison Chart.
