Clinical Tip
Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.
Specifications
| — | R-Motion | Vortex Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FKG Dentaire | Dentsply Sirona |
| Alloy | Heat-Treated NiTi | Blue Heat-Treated NiTi |
| Heat Treatment | Other | Blue Heat-Treated |
| Motion | Reciprocating | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 7 | 16 |
| Taper | Variable | 4%, 6% |
| Cross-section | Rounded triangular | Convex triangular |
| Speed | — | 500 RPM |
| Torque | — | 75–368 Ncm |
| Use Type | Single-use | Single-use |
Best For
R-Motion
minimally invasive reciprocationlower dentine stresswide curvature accommodation
Vortex Blue
crown-down versatility with dual taper optionswide size range from 15-50balanced fatigue resistance and torque strength
Key Features
R-Motion
Thinner core and optimized tip for lower dentine stress with manufacturer-reported 3.6x cyclic fatigue resistance
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)