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K3XF vs RC Blue

Kerr Endodontics · Perfect Dental (Shenzhen Perfect Medical Instruments)

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K3XF™

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R-Phase Enhanced K3 Design

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RC Blue™

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Blue-Treated Reciprocating Sequence

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Clinical Tip

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

Specifications

Specifications comparison: K3XF vs RC Blue
K3XFRC Blue
ManufacturerKerr EndodonticsPerfect Dental (Shenzhen Perfect Medical Instruments)
AlloyR-Phase™ Heat-Treated NiTiBlue Heat-Treated NiTi
Heat TreatmentR-PhaseBlue Heat-Treated
MotionContinuous RotationReciprocating
Files243
TaperVariableVariable
Cross-sectionAsymmetric Triple-FlutedNot specified in shared RC/RC Gold/RC Blue IFU text
Speed350 RPM
Torque3 Ncm2 Ncm
Use TypeReusable (limited)Single-use

Best For

K3XF

versatile multi-taper rotary shapingclinicians familiar with K3 techniquecases requiring wide taper selection (.04-.12)

RC Blue

blue-treated reciprocating workflowcurved canals requiring flexibilitypractices preferring the blue-treated tier

Key Features

K3XF

Original K3 asymmetric triple-fluted design enhanced with R-Phase heat treatment for improved flexibility and cyclic fatigue resistance

RC Blue

Three-instrument reciprocating set (R25 25/.08, R40 40/.06, R50 50/.05) finished with a Blue post-machining heat treatment; same dimensions and motor parameters as RC (per IFU spec table)