Clinical Tip
Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.
Specifications
| — | PathFile | ZenFlex |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dentsply Sirona | Kerr Dental |
| Alloy | Conventional NiTi | Heat-Treated NiTi (Controlled Memory) |
| Heat Treatment | Conventional | CM-Wire |
| Motion | Continuous Rotation | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 3 | 10 |
| Taper | 2% | 4%, 6% |
| Cross-section | Square | Triangular |
| Speed | 300 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Torque | — | 1–3.5 Ncm |
| Use Type | Single-use | Single-use |
Best For
PathFile
multi-file mechanical glide path preparationcompanion to ProTaper Universal and ProTaper Gold shaping sequencesprogressive enlargement from #10 K-file to rotary-ready diameter
ZenFlex
minimally invasive shapingcontrolled-memory flexibilitydual taper strategy (.04/.06)
Key Features
PathFile
Three-file rotary glide path sequence (013/.02, 016/.02, 019/.02) for progressive mechanical enlargement before shaping files
ZenFlex
Violet oxide surface with 1mm flute diameter for minimally invasive shaping and excellent flexibility