Tunneling Technique Set | Helmut Zepf No. 46.040.30
The Tunneling Technique Set by Helmut Zepf (No. 46.040.30) provides clinicians with a comprehensive, purpose-built solution for performing tunneling procedures with precision and confidence. Designed and manufactured in Germany, this set upholds the exacting standards that Helmut Zepf GmbH is renowned for across the dental profession.
Set Contents
This Tunneling Technique Set is supplied with a ZEPFcare Washbasket for streamlined reprocessing and instrument management. The set includes the following individual product numbers:
| Product No. | Product |
|---|---|
| 46.040.01 | Tunneling Instrument #1 - for the Upper Jaw, 18 cm, Double-Ended, ZEPF-bIONIK Handle in Lightred-Magenta |
| 46.040.02 | Tunneling Instrument #2 - for the Lower Jaw, 18 cm, Double-Ended, ZEPF-bIONIK Handle in Yellow-Green |
| 46.035.20 | Tunneling Instrument/Curette, Straight - 1.8 mm / Angled 1.7 mm, #3 Upper Jaw/Lower Jaw Combination, Interchangeable Inserts, ZEPF-bIONIK Handle in Cobalt Blue |
| 46.013.00Z | Micro Surgical Scalpel Handle - Light Weight, ZEPF-Line Titanium Handle, 13.5 cm |
| 41.864.30 | Spiculum Raspatory and Round Periosteal Elevator - Round 2.8 mm, Lance 2.4 mm |
| 85.182.00 | Washbasket 1/3 for 5 Instruments, with 2 Instrument Support and 1 Retainer, Measurement : 178 x 90 x 24 mm |
Each instrument within this Tunneling Technique Set is selected to support the procedural workflow, from initial tissue management through to final adaptation, giving the clinician a coordinated suite of tools in a single package.
Quality & Origin
All instruments are crafted to meet rigorous German manufacturing standards. The inclusion of the ZEPFcare Washbasket facilitates efficient, validated cleaning and reprocessing, helping practices maintain consistent hygiene protocols. Helmut Zepf GmbH has built a long-standing reputation for producing dental instruments that combine material quality, functional reliability, and ergonomic design.
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 procedures is this set designed for? This Tunneling Technique Set is designed to support tunneling procedures in a clinical dental setting, providing the instruments needed for tissue manipulation and management.
Does the set include a washbasket? Yes, the set comes with a ZEPFcare Washbasket to support instrument reprocessing and organization.
Where are these instruments manufactured? All instruments are made in Germany by Helmut Zepf GmbH, in accordance with their established quality standards.
Manufacturer literature: Tunneling Instruments flyer (PDF) — more in our Surgical Instrument Library.
