Clinical Tip
Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.
Specifications
| — | iRaCe | PathFile |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FKG Dentaire | Dentsply Sirona |
| Alloy | Conventional NiTi (Electropolished) | Conventional NiTi |
| Heat Treatment | Conventional | Conventional |
| Motion | Continuous Rotation | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 5 | 3 |
| Taper | Variable | 2% |
| Cross-section | Triangular | Square |
| Speed | 600 RPM | 300 RPM |
| Torque | 1.5 Ncm | — |
| Use Type | Reusable (limited) | Single-use |
Best For
iRaCe
simplified 3-file rotary sequencedifficult canals via iRaCe Plus extension (narrow, curved, calcified)individual file selection approach
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
iRaCe
Simplified 3-file sequence (R1-R2-R3) with iRaCe Plus extension for difficult canals — alternating cutting edges and triangular cross-section at 600 RPM
PathFile
Three-file rotary glide path sequence (013/.02, 016/.02, 019/.02) for progressive mechanical enlargement before shaping files