Perforated basket with lid and push button for surgical instrument sterilization - Helmut Zepf (85.195.00) - Delynov

What is the Helmut Zepf perforated basket with lid (85.195.00)?

The Helmut Zepf perforated basket is an instrumental management device specifically designed for the organization and protection of surgical instruments. This model, bearing the reference 85.195.00, consists of a perforated structure allowing for optimal circulation of sterilization agents. It is equipped with a lid secured by a push-button mechanism, ensuring that instruments are held in place during cleaning and reprocessing cycles. This device is essential for maintaining the integrity of precision instruments used in oral and implant surgery, while facilitating their safe handling by healthcare personnel within the dental practice.

What are the clinical indications for this sterilization basket?

The use of the Helmut Zepf perforated basket is indicated for the grouping, cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of small and medium-sized surgical instruments. In oral, periodontal, or implant surgery, it allows for the creation of specific procedure care cassettes. Its perforated design is intended to promote direct contact with decontamination solutions in ultrasonic tanks or washer-disinfectors, as well as homogeneous steam penetration during autoclaving. It helps prevent percutaneous injuries by limiting direct handling of contaminated instruments.

What are the technical characteristics of the 85.195.00 model?

The Helmut Zepf basket (85.195.00) is distinguished by its robust design adapted to the thermal and chemical constraints of repeated sterilization cycles. Its main feature lies in its push-button closure system, which offers rapid opening and closing while ensuring reliable locking of the lid. The perforation of the wall and lid is calibrated to ensure efficient drainage of liquids and rapid evaporation of moisture, thus avoiding residual corrosion of the instruments. This compact format is ideal for optimizing space inside standard sterilization chambers.

What are the contraindications for the use of this device?

There are no specific clinical contraindications for the use of this basket; however, it must not be used to transport instruments whose dimensions exceed the capacity of the case, at the risk of compromising the lid closure or damaging the perforated walls. The basket should not be overloaded to ensure that each instrument is correctly exposed to cleaning and sterilization agents. The use of highly corrosive chemical products incompatible with the basket's manufacturing materials could alter its structure and must be avoided in accordance with standard maintenance protocols.

What are the precautions for use for instrument maintenance?

To ensure maximum efficiency, instruments placed inside the Helmut Zepf basket must be arranged so that they do not excessively overlap. Before sterilization, it is recommended to check that the push-button is correctly engaged. Although the basket protects instruments against mechanical shocks, practitioners must ensure that fragile tips are not caught in the perforations. After the sterilization cycle, the basket must be stored in a dry environment. Regular visual inspection of the condition of the perforations and the closing mechanism is recommended to ensure the longevity of the device.

Who is the manufacturer and what standards are met?

This device is manufactured by Helmut Zepf Medizintechnik GmbH, a manufacturer recognized for its expertise in high-precision dental and surgical instrumentation. As a product intended for the reprocessing of medical devices, it is designed to meet the rigorous requirements of dental surgery and implantology practices. For any specific information regarding regulatory certifications, device classes, or sterilization validation protocols specific to this reference 85.195.00, healthcare professionals are invited to consult the official technical instructions provided by the manufacturer or to contact Delynov support services.

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