Abstract: A device for applying a gel-like substance, for instance a contact or ultrasonic gel, includes a gel container having an immersion tube departing from a docking area and extending into the gel-like substance; and an applicator for the gel-like substance mounted in the docking area, the applicator having a reservoir connected to an outlet nozzle as well as a pumping means for the gel-like substance. A tightly sealed connection can be established between the outlet nozzle of the applicator and the immersion tube for transporting the gel-like substances to the reservoir.