Clinical Tip
Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.
Specifications
| — | One Shape | Vortex Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Micro-Mega (COLTENE) | Dentsply Sirona |
| Alloy | Conventional NiTi | Blue Heat-Treated NiTi |
| Heat Treatment | Conventional | Blue Heat-Treated |
| Motion | Continuous Rotation | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 1 | 16 |
| Taper | 6% | 4%, 6% |
| Cross-section | Variable asymmetric (3→2 cutting edges) | Convex triangular |
| Speed | 350 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Torque | 2.5 Ncm | 75–368 Ncm |
| Use Type | Single-use | Single-use |
Best For
One Shape
single-file rotary simplicityefficient continuous rotation shapingcost-effective one-instrument workflow
Vortex Blue
crown-down versatility with dual taper optionswide size range from 15-50balanced fatigue resistance and torque strength
Key Features
One Shape
Single-file continuous rotation with variable asymmetric cross-section (3 to 2 cutting edges) and ABC anti-breakage control
Vortex Blue
Blue heat treatment provides min 65% better cyclic fatigue resistance vs M-Wire NiTi and at least 42% higher peak torque strength (manufacturer data)