The Morelli Bondable Buccal Tubes .022 Edgewise Simple Convertible retain the archwire and auxiliaries at the posterior anchorage. Built to the Edgewise standard, they carry no built-in torque or offset, and the cap can be removed to convert the tube into a bracket.
Key Features
Convertible cap turns the tube into a bracket when needed
Edgewise standard — zero torque and zero offset in the tube
Angled horn-shaped entry eases archwire insertion
Support groove for positioning with orthodontic tweezers
Low profile and rounded surfaces for patient comfort
Technical Specifications
Material: MIM stainless steel
Prescription: Edgewise
Slot: .022″
Arch: Upper and lower
Tooth Positions: 16/17 and 26/27 (upper); 36/37 and 46/47 (lower)
Torque: 0° (all positions)
Distal Offset: 0° (all positions)
Length: 5.2 mm
Convertible: Yes
Quantity: 10 pieces
Purpose: Posterior archwire retention and molar anchorage
Certifications: FDA Approved, CE Approved, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485:2016
Country of Manufacture: Brazil
Package Includes: 10 convertible buccal tubes, .022 Edgewise
Clinical Applications
Standard Edgewise mechanics with compensation bent into the wire
Molar anchorage in either arch
Finishing stages requiring conversion of the tube into a bracket
Why Convertible?
Removing the cap turns the molar attachment into a bracket without rebonding — useful when the finishing stage calls for direct wire access.
