Clinical Tip
Compare specifications above to choose the best system for your clinical case.
Specifications
| — | Traverse | XP-endo Shaper |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kerr Endodontics | FKG Dentaire |
| Alloy | NiTi | MaxWire (NiTi alloy) |
| Heat Treatment | Conventional | MaxWire |
| Motion | Continuous Rotation | Continuous Rotation |
| Files | 3 | 2 |
| Taper | 8%, 6% | 1% (expands to at least 4%), 0% |
| Cross-section | Triangular | Booster Tip (6 cutting edges at tip, triangular shaft), Zero-taper sickle-shaped (cleaning, non-shaping) |
| Speed | 500 RPM | 800 RPM |
| Torque | 1.47 Ncm | 1 Ncm |
| Use Type | Single-use | Single-use |
Best For
Traverse
rotary glide path creationpairing with TF Adaptive systemfaster glide path vs hand files alone
XP-endo Shaper
irregular/oval canals3D adaptation at body temperatureminimized transportation in curved canals
Key Features
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)
XP-endo Shaper
Expands at body temperature to adapt to canal anatomy (shown as Shaper Plus sequence: Shaper + Finisher)