Clinical Tip
Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.
Specifications
| — | HyFlex CM | PathFile |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Coltene | Dentsply Sirona |
| Alloy | CM-Wire (Controlled Memory NiTi) | Conventional NiTi |
| Heat Treatment | CM-Wire | Conventional |
| Motion | Continuous Rotation | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 6 | 3 |
| Taper | Variable | 2% |
| Cross-section | Triangular / Quadrangular (mixed design) | Square |
| Speed | 500 RPM | 300 RPM |
| Torque | 2.5 Ncm | — |
| Use Type | Reusable (limited) | Single-use |
Best For
HyFlex CM
curved canals requiring pre-bent filesanatomical shaping with multiple sizing optionsreusable with autoclave regeneration
PathFile
multi-file mechanical glide path preparationcompanion to ProTaper Universal and ProTaper Gold shaping sequencesprogressive enlargement from #10 K-file to rotary-ready diameter
Key Features
HyFlex CM
Pre-bendable like stainless steel with enhanced cyclic fatigue resistance vs conventional NiTi (manufacturer reports up to 300%, in-house bench data)
PathFile
Three-file rotary glide path sequence (013/.02, 016/.02, 019/.02) for progressive mechanical enlargement before shaping files