Brief Instructions For Use
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Use a core diameter drill bit for the hole to be tapped Use the outer diameter drill bit with the double sleeve guide for the lag hole The nose on the core diameter drill sleeve limits the range of the swivel |
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Use the compression sleeve to achieve dynamic fracture compression with regular screws |
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Use the locking screw sleeve to drill for locking screws Locking screws are only installed perpendicular to the plate |
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Before drilling adjust the drill stop position to avoid unintended far side drill penetration The drill should protrude from the sleeve by 2mm more than the screw length |
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It is preferable to use locking screws Use the lag screws at their best position, do not insist on lagging through the plate |
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Always attempt to place a transverse undercut over the fracture Avoid placing screws too close to the fracture |
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Double plating with ALPS is an admissible alternative to lagging For the second plate, a plate one size smaller and shorter is preferred |
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Proper placement of the plate in the bending irons for concave bending For best control and ease of use, pull apart the ends of the irons |
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Proper placement of the plate in the bending irons for convex bending Proceed hole-to-hole for sharp bends Use plugs for excessive bends |
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Caution! Avoid bending plates back-and-forth Titanium does not tolerate cycling in the plastic range as well as stainless steel |
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For in-plane bending use the special bending instrument Close the handles, drop the plate between the cylinders and pull the handles apart to bend For most applications, only a slight in-plane bend is indicated |
Advanced Locking Plate System is patented/patent pending
