Clinical Tip
Reciproc Blue for single-file reciprocating speed. HyFlex EDM rotary with CM-Wire for complex re-treatments requiring multiple instruments.
Specifications
| — | Reciproc Blue | HyFlex EDM |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | VDW GmbH | Coltene |
| Alloy | NiTi with proprietary Blue heat treatment | CM-Wire (EDM manufactured) |
| Heat Treatment | Blue Heat-Treated | CM-Wire |
| Motion | Reciprocating | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 3 | 8 |
| Taper | Variable | Variable |
| Cross-section | S-shaped | Triangular, Square, Variable (quadratic tip, trapezoidal middle, triangular coronal) |
| Speed | — | 300–400 RPM |
| Torque | — | 1.8–2.5 Ncm |
| Use Type | Single-use | Reusable (limited) |
Best For
Reciproc Blue
severely curved canalsmaximum flexibilitypre-bendable files
HyFlex EDM
extreme curvaturesfatigue resistance priorityreusable with regeneration
Key Features
Reciproc Blue
Single-file reciprocating system with 40% increased flexibility vs original Reciproc and pre-bend memory
HyFlex EDM
Up to 700% greater fatigue resistance with regenerative memory (manufacturer data; brochure reports up to 1,200% vs specific competitors)