Clinical Tip
Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.
Specifications
| — | TF Adaptive | XP-endo Retreatment |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kerr Dental | FKG Dentaire |
| Alloy | R-Phase NiTi (Twisted) | MaxWire (NiTi alloy) |
| Heat Treatment | R-Phase | MaxWire |
| Motion | Adaptive | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 6 | 3 |
| Taper | Variable | Variable |
| Cross-section | Triangular | Active cutting tip, Booster Tip (6 cutting edges at tip, triangular shaft), Zero-taper sickle-shaped (cleaning, non-shaping) |
| Speed | — | 800–1000 RPM |
| Torque | — | 1–1.5 Ncm |
| Use Type | Reusable (limited) | Single-use |
Best For
TF Adaptive
adaptive motion (auto rotation/reciprocation)severely curved canalsautomatic load-based motion switching
XP-endo Retreatment
retreatment of previously obturated canalsgutta percha and sealer removal3D cleaning of canal walls after GP removal
Key Features
TF Adaptive
Adaptive motion automatically transitions between rotation and reciprocation based on canal stress
XP-endo Retreatment
Dedicated 3-file retreatment sequence — DR1 active-tip desobturation, XP-endo Shaper gutta percha removal at up to 2500 RPM, and XP-endo Finisher R final cleaning