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HyFlex CM vs R-Motion

Coltene · FKG Dentaire

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HyFlex® CM

Coltene

Controlled Memory

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R-Motion®

FKG Dentaire

Swiss Precision Reciprocation

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Clinical Tip

Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.

Specifications

Specifications comparison: HyFlex CM vs R-Motion
HyFlex CMR-Motion
ManufacturerColteneFKG Dentaire
AlloyCM-Wire (Controlled Memory NiTi)Heat-Treated NiTi
Heat TreatmentCM-WireOther
MotionContinuous RotationReciprocating
Files67
TaperVariableVariable
Cross-sectionTriangular / Quadrangular (mixed design)Rounded triangular
Speed500 RPM
Torque2.5 Ncm
Use TypeReusable (limited)Single-use

Best For

HyFlex CM

curved canals requiring pre-bent filesanatomical shaping with multiple sizing optionsreusable with autoclave regeneration

R-Motion

minimally invasive reciprocationlower dentine stresswide curvature accommodation

Key Features

HyFlex CM

Pre-bendable like stainless steel with up to 300% greater cyclic fatigue resistance vs conventional NiTi (manufacturer in-house test data)

R-Motion

Thinner core and optimized tip for lower dentine stress with manufacturer-reported 3.6x cyclic fatigue resistance