Clinical Tip
ProTaper Gold for graduated multi-file shaping in complex anatomy. RACE EVO for a simplified 3-file workflow with enhanced fatigue resistance.
Specifications
| — | ProTaper Gold | RACE EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dentsply Sirona | FKG Dentaire |
| Alloy | Gold Heat-Treated NiTi | Heat-Treated NiTi (Blue) |
| Heat Treatment | Gold Heat-Treated | Blue Heat-Treated |
| Motion | Continuous Rotation | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 8 | 3 |
| Taper | Variable | 4% |
| Cross-section | Convex triangular, Concave triangular | Triangular with alternating cutting edges |
| Speed | 300 RPM | 800 RPM |
| Torque | 1.5–5.2 Ncm | 1.5 Ncm |
| Use Type | Reusable (limited) | Single-use |
Best For
ProTaper Gold
versatile multi-file sequencecomplex anatomygraduated shaping
RACE EVO
simple 3-file rotary sequence with uniform motor settingsclinicians seeking improved flexibility and fatigue resistance over conventional NiTiwide range of canal anatomies with customizable file selection
Key Features
ProTaper Gold
Variable taper design with progressive engagement
RACE EVO
Latest evolution of the RaCe family — heat-treated NiTi with blue color, simple 3-file 1-2-3 sequence (glide path + 2 shapers), uniform 800-1000 RPM / 1.5 Ncm settings across all files, up to 2.8x cyclic fatigue resistance vs RaCe
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