Clinical Tip
Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.
Specifications
| — | Reciproc Blue | Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | VDW GmbH | Kerr Endodontics |
| Alloy | M-Wire NiTi with Blue heat treatment | NiTi |
| Heat Treatment | Blue Heat-Treated | Conventional |
| Motion | Reciprocating | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 3 | 3 |
| Taper | Variable | 8%, 6% |
| Cross-section | S-shaped | Triangular |
| Speed | — | 500 RPM |
| Torque | — | 1.47 Ncm |
| Use Type | Single-use | Single-use |
Best For
Reciproc Blue
severely curved canalsmaximum flexibilitypre-bendable files
Traverse
rotary glide path creationpairing with TF Adaptive systemfaster glide path vs hand files alone
Key Features
Reciproc Blue
Single-file reciprocating system with 40% increased flexibility vs original Reciproc and pre-bend memory
Traverse
Rotary glide path system with orifice opener and two glide path file sizes — pre-sterilized, triangular cross-section, higher torsional resistance vs competitors (manufacturer comparison)