# Reciproc Blue vs VDW.ROTATE

VDW GmbH

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## Reciproc® blue

VDW GmbH

Maximum Flexibility

[View protocol →](https://endo-guide.app/system/reciproc-blue)

## VDW.ROTATE®

VDW GmbH

Simplified Rotary Efficiency

[View protocol →](https://endo-guide.app/system/vdw-rotate)

Clinical Tip

Reciproc Blue for a reciprocating pre-bendable single-file in severe curves. VDW.ROTATE for a simplified 3-file rotary workflow with pecking and brushing.

## Specifications

| — | Reciproc Blue | VDW.ROTATE |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Manufacturer | VDW GmbH | VDW GmbH |
| Alloy | M-Wire NiTi with Blue heat treatment | Heat-Treated NiTi |
| Heat Treatment | Blue Heat-Treated | Other |
| Motion | Reciprocating | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 3 | 13 |
| Taper | Variable | Variable |
| Cross-section | S-shaped | Adapted S |
| Speed | — | 300–400 RPM |
| Torque | — | 1.3–3.5 Ncm |
| Use Type | Single-use | Reusable (limited) |

## Best For

Reciproc Blue

severely curved canalsmaximum flexibilitypre-bendable files

VDW.ROTATE

simplified 3-file workflowversatile pecking or brushing techniquebroad canal size range with extended files

## Key Features

Reciproc Blue

Single-file reciprocating system with 40% increased flexibility vs original Reciproc and pre-bend memory

VDW.ROTATE

3-file basic sequence with adapted S cross-section and file-specific heat treatment

[Reciproc Blue Full protocol](https://endo-guide.app/system/reciproc-blue)[VDW.ROTATE Full protocol](https://endo-guide.app/system/vdw-rotate)

## Related Clinical Links

Manufacturer pages

[VDW Systems](https://endo-guide.app/manufacturer/vdw)

Motion categories

[Reciprocating Motion](https://endo-guide.app/category/reciprocating)[Continuous Rotation](https://endo-guide.app/category/continuous-rotation)

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Uzm. Dt. Levent Yüksel

DDS · Endodontist

Endodontist — DDS, Hacettepe University; endodontics specialty training, Ankara University. 10+ years of clinical experience. Sole author and reviewer of EndoGuide content.

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