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RC vs ProTaper Gold

Perfect Dental (Shenzhen Perfect Medical Instruments) · Dentsply Sirona

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RC™

Perfect Dental (Shenzhen Perfect Medical Instruments)

Reciprocating NiTi — Original

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ProTaper Gold®

Dentsply Sirona

The Gold Standard

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Clinical Tip

Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.

Specifications

Specifications comparison: RC vs ProTaper Gold
RCProTaper Gold
ManufacturerPerfect Dental (Shenzhen Perfect Medical Instruments)Dentsply Sirona
AlloyNiTi (conventional)Gold Heat-Treated NiTi
Heat TreatmentConventionalGold Heat-Treated
MotionReciprocatingContinuous Rotation
Files38
TaperVariableVariable
Cross-sectionNot specified in IFU textConvex triangular, Concave triangular
Speed300 RPM
Torque2 Ncm1.5–5.2 Ncm
Use TypeSingle-useReusable (limited)

Best For

RC

value-tier reciprocating sequencegeneral shaping in mild–moderate curvaturepractices wanting an entry-level RC system

ProTaper Gold

versatile multi-file sequencecomplex anatomygraduated shaping

Key Features

RC

Three-instrument reciprocating set (R25 25/.08, R40 40/.06, R50 50/.05) operated at 250–360 rpm with 2.0–3.0 N·cm torque (per IFU spec table)

ProTaper Gold

Variable taper design with progressive engagement