The Morelli Gurin Lock Wrenches is a 100 mm hexagonal key used to fasten and release the nut of a Gurin hook assembly. Turning the nut clamps the hook directly onto the orthodontic archwire or frees it again, so the hook can be positioned exactly where the mechanics require and locked there.
Key Features
Hexagonal drive — Engages the Gurin nut for controlled tightening and loosening.
100 mm key — Full length gives comfortable reach and grip when working along the archwire.
Anchors the hook to the arch — Fastening the nut anchors the hook directly to the orthodontic arch.
Repositionable adjustment — Releasing the nut lets the hook slide to a new position and be re-secured.
Autoclavable — Withstands steam sterilization at 121 °C (250 °F) between patients.
Technical Specifications
Material: Stainless steel.
Length: 100 mm.
Drive Type: Hexagonal, sized for the Gurin nut.
Sterilization: Autoclavable at 121 °C (250 °F).
Quantity: 1 unit.
Purpose: Fastening and releasing the Gurin nut so the hook can be anchored to or repositioned along the orthodontic archwire.
Certifications: FDA Approved, CE Approved, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485:2016.
Country of Manufacture: Brazil.
Package Includes: Morelli Gurin Lock Wrenches (1 unit).
Clinical Applications
Hook installation. Clamping the adjustable hook at the planned position on the archwire.
Hook repositioning. Loosening the nut to move the hook along the wire and tightening it again at the new position.
Chairside maintenance. Checking and re-tightening the nut at routine adjustment appointments.
Need to move or lock a hook on the archwire?
This hexagonal key handles the Gurin nut so the hook stays exactly where you set it.