Maintenance and storage device for dental and medical instruments has a connection to the tools so that they are automatically supplied with lubricant, cleaner etc. once placed in a storage position

摘要

Device comprises a cabinet in which a number of instruments (17) can be stored in an upright position, connected to a swiveling connector (16) for ease of insertion and removal. A supply pipe connects to the connector (16) with an opening that joins to the drive channel of the connected instrument so that lubricant etc. can be supplied under control of an electrical control circuit. A sensor (S2) in the storage cabinet can be used to sense the placing of an instrument in its storage position and to instigate automatic maintenance procedures.