Clinical Tip
Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.
Specifications
| — | One Shape | PathFile |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Micro-Mega (COLTENE) | Dentsply Sirona |
| Alloy | Conventional NiTi | Conventional NiTi |
| Heat Treatment | Conventional | Conventional |
| Motion | Continuous Rotation | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 1 | 3 |
| Taper | 6% | 2% |
| Cross-section | Variable asymmetric (3→2 cutting edges) | Square |
| Speed | 350 RPM | 300 RPM |
| Torque | 2.5 Ncm | — |
| Use Type | Single-use | Single-use |
Best For
One Shape
single-file rotary simplicityefficient continuous rotation shapingcost-effective one-instrument workflow
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
One Shape
Single-file continuous rotation with variable asymmetric cross-section (3 to 2 cutting edges) and ABC anti-breakage control
PathFile
Three-file rotary glide path sequence (013/.02, 016/.02, 019/.02) for progressive mechanical enlargement before shaping files