Clinical Tip
Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.
Specifications
| — | K3XF | XP-endo Shaper |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kerr Endodontics | FKG Dentaire |
| Alloy | R-Phase™ Heat-Treated NiTi | MaxWire (NiTi alloy) |
| Heat Treatment | R-Phase | MaxWire |
| Motion | Continuous Rotation | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 24 | 2 |
| Taper | Variable | 1% (expands to at least 4%), 0% |
| Cross-section | Asymmetric Triple-Fluted | Booster Tip (6 cutting edges at tip, triangular shaft), Zero-taper sickle-shaped (cleaning, non-shaping) |
| Speed | 350 RPM | 800 RPM |
| Torque | 3 Ncm | 1 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)
XP-endo Shaper
irregular/oval canals3D adaptation at body temperatureminimized transportation in curved canals
Key Features
K3XF
Original K3 asymmetric triple-fluted design enhanced with R-Phase heat treatment for improved flexibility and cyclic fatigue resistance
XP-endo Shaper
Expands at body temperature to adapt to canal anatomy (shown as Shaper Plus sequence: Shaper + Finisher)