Hu-Friedy 18 Excavator (EXC18)

Description

Hu-Friedy 18 Excavator (EXC18) is a double-ended spoon excavator designed for controlled removal of carious dentin and softened tooth structure during restorative procedures. The #18 excavator features spoon-shaped working ends that facilitate precise excavation from prepared cavities while providing tactile control during clinical use. Manufactured from high-grade surgical stainless steel, the instrument is designed for durability, repeated clinical use, and compatibility with standard dental instrument processing protocols. Its double-ended configuration provides two working ends in a single instrument, supporting efficient cavity preparation. The instrument is reusable and autoclavable when processed according to validated sterilization procedures. As a cutting instrument, maintaining appropriate sharpness is important for effective clinical performance, and professional sharpening services may be used when required. The instrument should be cleaned, inspected, sterilized, and stored according to recommended dental instrument reprocessing procedures

Key Features

• Double-ended spoon excavator configuration
• #18 size working ends for controlled excavation
• Designed for removal of carious dentin and soft dentin
• Spoon-shaped working ends support precise cavity excavation
• High-grade surgical stainless steel construction
• Reusable design for repeated clinical procedures
• Compatible with standard dental instrument sterilization protocols
• Suitable for professional instrument sharpening when required
• Provides tactile control during restorative procedures

Specifications

• Product Name: Hu-Friedy 18 Excavator
• Model: EXC18
• Instrument Type: Spoon Excavator
• Design: Double-Ended
• Size: #18
• Working End: Spoon Shaped
• Material: High-Grade Surgical Stainless Steel
• Application: Caries and Soft Dentin Excavation
• Product Type: Reusable Dental Instrument
• Sterilization: Autoclavable
• Sterility: Non-Sterile

Packaging

• 1 x Excavator

Directions for Use

Preparation

• Ensure the excavator is clean, intact, and appropriately sterilized before use
• Inspect the working ends for sharpness, damage, or corrosion

Excavation

• Select the appropriate working end according to the clinical requirement
• Place the spoon-shaped end against the carious or softened dentin
• Use controlled hand pressure to remove the affected dentin
• Continue excavation until the required cavity preparation is achieved according to the clinical assessment

Cleaning and Sterilization

• Clean the instrument using an appropriate automated instrument washer whenever compatible
• If manual cleaning is required, follow the applicable instrument reprocessing protocol
• Inspect the instrument after cleaning and address any visible corrosion or damage
• Sterilize using a validated sterilization procedure recommended for the instrument
• Allow adequate drying before storage

Storage

• Store sterilized instruments in a dry, clean, and dust-free environment
• Maintain sterile instruments in appropriate packaging or wrapping until use
• Keep sterile and non-sterile instruments separated during storage

Additional Information

• Country of Origin: United States of America
• Manufacturer: HU-FRIEDY

Warranty & Service

• Manufacturer/Importer warranty of 1 Year (against Rusting) as applicable for this product.
• Service and Warranty are handled by the manufacturer/importer directly for this product
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