Leaves Erkodent Ref. 177,400 for polishing Erkoflex

Product presentation

THE FG leaves Erkodent (reference 177,400) are specific sheets designed for Finishing of thermoformed devices in Erkoflex . This product, provided by the company Erkodent, is intended exclusively to model and polish the surface of the Erkoflex Once thermoformed

. Conditioned by 50s of 50 leaves

, they constitute a standard accessory in the thermoforming kits Erkodent To obtain a professional finish of flexible gutters, toothpickers and other devices made in Erkoflex.

Technical characteristics

• Reference and packaging: FG leaves bear the reference 177 400 at the house of Erkodent. They are sold in boxes of 50 units
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  , which corresponds to a sufficient stock for many polishing. Each leaf is rectangular shape with rounded edges (depending on the manufacturer's illustration) and has a smooth surface.
• Material and composition: The manufacturer does not disclose specify the exact composition of the polymer used. However, this is a Simance leaf in technical synthetic material , selected for its heat resistance and non -stick character. We can deduce that this is a Thermoreisting polymer film (for example PTFE type or a fluoridated equivalent), capable of support the heat of the thermoforming without deforming or paste with hot erkoflex. This design allows the FG sheet not to adhere to the Ramollie surface of the Erkoflex and to leave a perfectly smooth finish.
• Dimensions and thickness: The specific dimensions are not mentioned in the documentation. Visually, these leaves are sufficient to locally cover the surface of the drop to polish (they look like small flexible plastic cards). Their thickness is low, which makes them flexible but quite rigid to be pressed flat on the surface of the device. This finesse also ensures good heat transmission and pressure during polishing.

Use for polishing of Erkoflex

The use of FG sheets is simple and quick . After the thermoforming of a drop or a toothpack in Erkoflex, make sure that the surface of the device can be slightly mat or have small irregularities. To obtain a shiny and smooth appearance, it is advisable to Heat the surface of the Erkoflex Then apply a FG sheet. According to the documentation Erkodent, "The hot surface can be smoothed and polished by briefly pressing a FG sheet »

. Concretely:

1. Surface heating: Using a hot air burner Erkodent (Ref. 177,540) or an equivalent hot air gun, on reheating the area in EVA (Erkoflex) to polish. Using the burner Erkodent is recommended because it works without direct flame, which would cause the soot or blackening of the material
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   . We pass the hot air flow several times on the surface until it becomes shiny and slightly softened (without melting it completely).
2. FG sheet pressure: Immediately after heating, we press a fg leaf on the hot surface Erkoflex for a few seconds. The sheet must be applied flat, with a light manual pressure , then withdrawn before Erkoflex completely cools. Thanks to its special material, the sheet does not stick and stands out easily, leaving behind a surface smoothed and brilliant
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3. Cooling: Once the sheet is removed, let the device cool. The treated area then presents a polite appearance . It is generally not necessary to sand or polish more if the procedure is well carried out. For transparent devices, this technique preserves the transparency of the material (no micro-scratches linked to a mechanical polishing).

In addition to the general polishing of the surface, these sheets can be used to locally correct imperfections . For example, in the event of a small air bubble or unsightly relief on the drop of drop, we can locally heat this area and apply the FG sheet to flatten it. Similarly, when installing a label or a decor on a toothpie in Erkoflex, the FG sheet is used to marouflage the label on the hot surface so that it adheres without roughness

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. In any case, the action is brief and localized In order not to overheat the entire device.

Advantages for polishing Erkoflex

The use of FG 177 400 sheets has several technical advantages for polishing devices in Erkoflex:

• Smooth and shiny surface: The main asset is to get Quickly a smooth, satin finish to shiny , on the surface of the Erkoflex
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  . This improves the aesthetics of the device (professional appearance, bright transparent for clear drops) and comfort for the patient, because a smooth surface reduces potential friction or irritation on the mucous membranes.
• Finish without mechanical abrasion: Unlike conventional polishing with a disc or dough, the FG sheet does not remove material and Do not generate any dust or scratch . It preserves the integrity and thickness of the droppow. This is particularly useful for flexible materials like Erkoflex where mechanical polishing is difficult (elastic matter that strokes and gets dirty quickly). In the case of minced goutiers, Additional polishing is generally superfluous after using the sheet FG
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• Speed ​​and simplicity: The method is fast (a few seconds of heating and pressure) and easy to implement, even for a beginner technician. It fits easily into the workflow of Thermoforming of a gutter without adding a complex step. In addition, the leaves are ready to use and immediate use, without prior preparation.
• Local adaptation : The FG sheet allows you to work locally specific areas of the device. For example, for eliminate a punctual defect Or soften an edge, just heat the small area concerned and apply a fragment of FG sheet. This avoids having to iron the entire gutter in the machine or to repolore it entirely. The control is therefore very precise.
• Material compatibility : These sheets are specially designed for EVA (ethylene-vinyl acetate) of erkoflex and similar materials. They also work on multi-layers PLAYSAFE TRIPLE (sports protections in several layers including erkoflex) to smooth the flexible outer layer
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  . Their material does not alter Eva and Leave no residue On the finished gutter.

In short, the FG 177 400 sheets offer an effective solution to obtain polishing high -quality On Erkoflex, ensuring a uniform result and reproducible excessive effort. It's a essential accessory For anyone who regularly performs flexible gutters or tailor-made toothbooks.

Demonstration video

To illustrate the method of use, a Demonstration video is available online. For example, the tutorial "Set-up & use of the Erkoform 3D and OccluForm-3 (share 3/4) ”presents in detail the finishing stages of a gutter in Erkoflex, including polishing with FG sheets (Video published by Glidewell/Erkodent on Youtube). This video allows you to concretely see the heating of the gutter and the application of the sheet on the surface to obtain the brilliant

. (Direct link: youtu.be/h3mg9aixbqc ) .

Professionals can thus refer to this visual demonstration to control the correct use of FG sheets. By following the manufacturer's instructions and reproducing the gestures shown, we manage to Easily optimize the finishing of Erkoflex devices thanks to these specialized sheets.

Sources: Technical documentation Erkodent and training supports (thermoforming instructions and product program)

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. The tutorial video mentioned is produced by Erkodent/Glidewell and illustrates the polishing process.