INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

The "TR" articulator is a semi-adjustable non-arcon articulator with the additional functions of retrusion and protrusion.

The "TR" articulator features a bipartite condyle carrier which can be guided out of a fixed pivot in both directions, pro- and re-, i.e. forward and backward.

The centric position is ensured by the centric lock screw. When completely screwed in, it immobilizes the carrier in centric (zero-position). When screwed completely out, by means of a special allen wrench, the condylar path "falls" into retral position (as it is a non-arcon type, it goes forward). Retrusion is brought backward "by hand", and is then fixed by the jam screw. The centric lock screw fixes the condyles in quasi-zero either in retrusive or protrusive position which is very helpful within these eccentric positions for the handling of this instrument.

1. Principle of construction:

The condylar box is divided into two parts. If the centric screw is completely open, there will be space for condyle retrusion of up to 2 mm.

2. Centric screw:

If the centric lock screw is completely screwed in, the condyle is at zero position (centric). Loosening the jam screw allows protrusion of up to 6 mm.

3. Side effect:

Adjustment of inclination is effected by slot-and-key guidance.

Condylar Inclination

Type -  "TR"
Part # - 47560
Kind   - semi-adjustable
Condylar Inclination Adjustment - 15° - 60°
Bennett Angle - 0° - 20°
Retrusion - up to 2mm
Protrusion - up to 6mm

You will need to mount the magnetic SPLITEX mounting plates onto the articulator before use.

Revision 0, 3/19/99