Pangea Design Variable Angle Locking Technology Pangea’s variable angle locking technology uses a CoCr locking screw, which is harder than the Ti6Al4V ELI plate, allowing for the screwhead’s threads to form a definitive locking position in the plate’s locking hole by engaging the softer, Ti6Al4V ELI material. This technology allows the user to aim and lock the screw into the plate within a true 30° cone of the predetermined hole trajectory. The variable angle drill guide provided with the system offers guidance with respect to the limit of the 30° cone. The locking mechanism remains functional for up to three attempts at locking screw insertion. Hybrid LC Holes (locking/compression) Hybrid LC Holes allow for either active compression with the use of a non-locking screw in the compression section of the hole or variable angle locking with the use of a locking screw in the universal section of the hole. If locking is not desired, the universal section of the hole also accepts non-locking screws. Each Hybrid LC Hole is designed to provide up to 2mm of compression. Note: Hybrid LC Holes are not available with every plate type. Refer to the “Plate details” page for additional information. 7mm K-wire Slot Assists with proximal / distal plate positioning. Straight Anterior Plate Contour Helps to ensure reduction with the bicipital groove. 8mm Oblong Hole To aid in desired plate placement and serve as an attachment site for targeter. Variable-Angle Screw Holes Circular universal holes accept non-locking screws, and locking screws with a 30° cone. Placement Correct calcar screw placement should be the primary driver of plate placement, but it is recommended that the plate sits 5-10mm distal to the posterior aspect of the greater tuberosity. The plate is positioned directly lateral to the bicipital groove which can act as a reference landmark for plate placement. Helps to ensure the positioning lateral and parallel to the bicipital groove. Fit The Pangea Proximal Humerus Plate provides better anatomic fit compared to the PHILOS plate from Synthes. Technical specifications Posterior plate lengths: 3-8 holes (86-161mm) Thickness: 3.2mm Left and right anatomic plate options Drill bits: Ø2.5mm x 135mm (542020) Ø2.5mm x 215mm (542021) Screws Pangea Proximal Humerus Posterior Plate Pangea Proximal Humerus Posterior Plate Multiaxial locking 3.5 (10-120mm) Cortex 3.5 (10-120mm) Cancellous 4.0 (10-100mm) 4.0 (10-100mm)