Adams orthodontic pliers are usually used for adjusting orthodontic appliances. Stainless Steel is often the construction material of choice, while the tips or beaks of the pliers are often made of Tungsten Carbide for superior grip and strength. Tungsten Carbide is also very corrosion resistant, an important aspect to look for in any dental pliers or cutter. The beak of Adams orthodontic pliers can vary in shape, for example, they may have one side that is pyramid shaped with the other side a cone shape for the ultimate grip, maneuverability, and forming. Be sure that the Adams orthodontic pliers you choose are made of high-grade medical stainless steel, are corrosion resistant, heat-treated and autoclavable.
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| Company | Hu-Friedy Manufacturing Company, Inc. | Dentaurum, Inc. | Dentaurum, Inc. | Dentaurum, Inc. | Dentaurum, Inc. |
| Item | HF Adams Pliers | Adams Pliers Maxi (003-094-00) Premium-Line | Adams Pliers Maxi (004-095-00) Premium-Line | Adams Pliers Medium (003-516-00) Premium-Line | Adams Pliers Medium (003515) Premium-Line |
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| Description | Excellent precise right angle bends and appliance adaptation. Wires up to 1.01 mm (.040 inches). | With two smooth, rectangular beaks. For wires up to ø 0.8 mm / 32, hard. Length: 14.5 cm (5 3/4 inches) | With one smooth, rectangular and one smooth, rounded beak. Inserts made of hard metal. For wires up to ø 0.8 mm / 32, hard. | With one smooth, rectangular and one smooth, rounded beak. For wires up to ø 0.7 mm/28, hard. | With two smooth, rectangular beaks. Tungsten carbide coated working faces that can be replaced in the factory. |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime | 10 years | 10 years | 10 years | 10 years |
| Composition | Immunity Steel | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sterilization | Autoclave | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Joint Construction | Orbit Formed Joint Process | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Handle Construction | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Tungsten Carbide Coated |
| Finish | Satin Steel Finish | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tip Construction | Not Available | Rectangular Beaks | 1 Rectangular Beak
1 Rounded Beak | 1 Rectangular Beak
1 Rounded Beak | Rectangular Beaks |
| Get Info | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |