Synthes 2.0mm Titanium Cortex Screw | Self-Tapping | 8mm | 401.808.96

The Synthes 401.808.96 is a high-precision micro-implant engineered for stable internal fixation in the most delicate bony structures. Part of the Synthes 2.0mm Modular Hand System, this screw is designed for procedures where anatomical space is limited and hardware mass must be minimized. At a 2.0mm diameter and a short 8mm length, it is a primary choice for unicortical fixation or the stabilization of thin bone fragments in the phalanges or midface.

Constructed from implant-grade Titanium, this screw offers superior biocompatibility and is non-magnetic, ensuring high-fidelity post-operative MRI and CT imaging with minimal metal artifact. The self-tapping distal tip allows for direct insertion into a pre-drilled 1.5mm pilot hole, eliminating the need for a separate tapping step and significantly streamlining the surgical workflow in 2026.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Synthes (DePuy Synthes)

• Model / REF: 401.808.96

• Material: Titanium (Ti)

• Diameter: 2.0 mm

• Length: 8 mm

• Thread Type: Self-Tapping / Fully Threaded

• Thread Pitch: 0.6 mm

• Core Diameter: 1.4 mm

• Head Diameter: 3.5 mm

• Drive Type: Cruciform Recess

• Quantity: Individually Packaged, Sterile

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• Titanium Biocompatibility: Commercially pure titanium promotes excellent osseointegration and minimizes soft-tissue irritation. Its lightweight properties are critical in hand surgery, where excess hardware mass can impede tendon gliding and functional recovery.

• Self-Tapping Efficiency: The integrated cutting flutes at the screw tip allow for direct insertion following a pilot drill. This reduces operative time and ensures a precise, high-friction fit within the cortical bone.

• Micro-Fragment Stabilization: The 8mm length is specifically suited for low-profile fixation in small bone applications, providing stable anchorage without protruding into adjacent soft tissues or joint spaces.

• Universal System Integration: The 3.5mm head is designed to sit flush within Synthes 2.0mm plates, ensuring even load distribution and minimizing hardware palpability in areas with thin soft-tissue coverage.

• High-Torque Cruciform Drive: The cruciform recess provides a secure interface between the screwdriver and the screw head, reducing the risk of "cam-out" or head stripping during insertion into dense cortical bone.

Applications

• Hand & Wrist Surgery: Unicortical or bicortical fixation of phalangeal fractures and small metacarpal head fragments.

• Craniomaxillofacial (CMF): Stabilization of midface, orbital rim, and frontal sinus fractures.

• Pediatric Orthopedics: Precise fixation in pediatric small bone fractures where 2.7mm or 3.5mm hardware would be anatomically intrusive.

• Podiatric Surgery: Stabilization of delicate fractures or osteotomies in the metatarsals and toes.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: NEW — Factory Sealed & Sterile.

• Integrity: This implant is securely packaged within its original manufacturer's sterile peel-pouch. The packaging is intact, ensuring the product's sterility, material integrity, and full lot traceability for clinical implantation.

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in surgical hardware, Primis Medical ensures all titanium micro-hardware is stored in climate-controlled environments to preserve its structural and chemical properties.