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Universal Dolphin Style Wire Bending & cutting pliers
Multi-functional orthodontic pliers designed for wire bending, loop forming, and trimming during removable appliance fabrication and adjustment procedures.
Key Features:
• Forged from AISI 304 stainless steel with high-polish corrosion-resistant finish
• Approx. 160mm overall length provides extended reach and controlled handling
• Dolphin-style open-ring screw pivot enhances joint stability during wire manipulation
• Dual-beak configuration supports both sharp-angle bends and smooth loop formation
• Integrated cutting notch allows wire trimming without changing instruments
• Suitable for stainless steel wire up to 0.9mm diameter
• Slender tapered beaks improve access during intraoral and laboratory procedures
• Fully autoclavable and compliant with CE, ISO 13485, and FDA standards
Universal Dolphin Style Wire Bending & cutting pliers
The Universal Dolphin Style Wire Bending & Cutting Pliers measure approximately 160mm in total length and are forged from AISI 304 stainless steel with a high-polish corrosion-resistant finish. The most structurally distinctive feature is the large open-ring screw pivot, a wide circular joint at the instrument’s center, which is the origin of the “dolphin style” name in orthodontic catalogs. A tension-locking pin sits just below this ring on one arm, controlling jaw resistance during wire engagement. The jaw assembly carries two functionally different beaks: one flat-ended arm for right-angle sharp bends, and one rounded arm for forming smooth loops and circular wire returns.
A wire-cutting notch at the base of the jaw pair allows excess wire trimming without reaching for a separate cutter. Both beak profiles taper toward slender tips, keeping the working end narrow enough for intraoral access. The instrument handles stainless steel wire up to 0.9mm in diameter. Orthodontics Universal Bending Pliers Dental variants without the cutting notch require a second instrument for trimming, this dual-function design eliminates that step entirely. The plier is fully autoclavable and complies with CE, ISO 13485, and FDA standards.
Orthodontists use the Universal Dolphin Style Wire Bending & Cutting Pliers during removable appliance fabrication, specifically for forming Adams clasps, labial bows, and helical springs in Hawley retainers. The flat arm handles sharp 90-degree clasp bends, the round-arm shapes returning bow loops, and the cutting notch trims wire tails in a single uninterrupted workflow.
Leader Surgical brings consistent ISO-compliant production to instruments where dual-function geometry demands tight jaw alignment and reliable cutting-edge retention across every sterilization cycle. The Universal Dolphin Style Wir Bending & cutting pliers designation covers this same instrument across international orthodontic supply references.
How do I prevent rust and staining?
- Use distilled or deionized water in ultrasonic cleaners to avoid mineral deposits.
- Always dry the instruments thoroughly (using compressed air if possible) before the sterilization cycle.
- Apply a silicone-based lubricant to the hinge after each sterilization cycle to ensure smooth operation.
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