Clinical Tip
Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.
Specifications
| — | EdgeGlidePath | K3XF |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | EdgeEndo | Kerr Endodontics |
| Alloy | FireWire™ Heat-Treated NiTi | R-Phase™ Heat-Treated NiTi |
| Heat Treatment | Fire-Wire | R-Phase |
| Motion | Continuous Rotation | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 1 | 24 |
| Taper | variable | Variable |
| Cross-section | Triangular | Asymmetric Triple-Fluted |
| Speed | 300 RPM | 350 RPM |
| Torque | 2 Ncm | 3 Ncm |
| Use Type | Single-use | Reusable (limited) |
Best For
EdgeGlidePath
rotary glide path creationreplacing multiple hand files in glide path steppairing with EdgeEndo shaping systems
K3XF
versatile multi-taper rotary shapingclinicians familiar with K3 techniquecases requiring wide taper selection (.04-.12)
Key Features
EdgeGlidePath
Single rotary glide path file replacing up to 8 instruments (hand files + Gates Glidden) with 1mm max flute diameter
K3XF
Original K3 asymmetric triple-fluted design enhanced with R-Phase heat treatment for improved flexibility and cyclic fatigue resistance