Clinical Tip
Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.
Specifications
| — | K3XF | RACE EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kerr Endodontics | FKG Dentaire |
| Alloy | R-Phase™ Heat-Treated NiTi | Heat-Treated NiTi (Blue) |
| Heat Treatment | R-Phase | Blue Heat-Treated |
| Motion | Continuous Rotation | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 24 | 3 |
| Taper | Variable | 4% |
| Cross-section | Asymmetric Triple-Fluted | Triangular with alternating cutting edges |
| Speed | 350 RPM | 800 RPM |
| Torque | 3 Ncm | 1.5 Ncm |
| Use Type | Reusable (limited) | Single-use |
Best For
K3XF
versatile multi-taper rotary shapingclinicians familiar with K3 techniquecases requiring wide taper selection (.04-.12)
RACE EVO
simple 3-file rotary sequence with uniform motor settingsclinicians seeking improved flexibility and fatigue resistance over conventional NiTiwide range of canal anatomies with customizable file selection
Key Features
K3XF
Original K3 asymmetric triple-fluted design enhanced with R-Phase heat treatment for improved flexibility and cyclic fatigue resistance
RACE EVO
Latest evolution of the RaCe family — heat-treated NiTi with blue color, simple 3-file 1-2-3 sequence (glide path + 2 shapers), uniform 800-1000 RPM / 1.5 Ncm settings across all files, up to 2.8x cyclic fatigue resistance vs RaCe