EdgeTaper Platinum™
EdgeEndo
EdgeEndo
EdgeTaper Platinum™
ProTaper-compatible constant-taper multi-file sequence with FireWire heat treatment for enhanced cyclic fatigue resistance (manufacturer bench data: 2x vs ProTaper Gold)
Continuous Rotation · FireWire™ Heat-Treated NiTi
2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm)
File
8
Specifications
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SX0.25 · 12%Orifice opener2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm)
S10.17 · 6%Shaping2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm)
S20.17 · 4%Shaping2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm)
F10.20 · 6%Finishing2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm)
F20.25 · 6%Finishing2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm)
F30.30 · 6%Finishing2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm)
F40.40 · 6%Finishing2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm)
F50.50 · 6%Finishing2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm)
| File | Tip | Taper | Speed rpm | Torque Ncm | Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SX | 0.25 | 12% | 300-500 RPM | 2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm) | Orifice opener |
| S1 | 0.17 | 6% | 300-500 RPM | 2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm) | Shaping |
| S2 | 0.17 | 4% | 300-500 RPM | 2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm) | Shaping |
| F1 | 0.20 | 6% | 300-500 RPM | 2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm) | Finishing |
| F2 | 0.25 | 6% | 300-500 RPM | 2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm) | Finishing |
| F3 | 0.30 | 6% | 300-500 RPM | 2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm) | Finishing |
| F4 | 0.40 | 6% | 300-500 RPM | 2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm) | Finishing |
| F5 | 0.50 | 6% | 300-500 RPM | 2.94 Ncm (300 g-cm) | Finishing |
Matching gutta-percha & paper points
- Gutta-percha
- EdgeEndo EdgeTaper GP PointsF1 (20/.06), F2 (25/.06), F3 (30/.06), F4 (40/.06), F5 (50/.06)
- Paper points
- EdgeEndo EdgeTaper Paper PointsF1 (20/.06), F2 (25/.06), F3 (30/.06), F4 (40/.06), F5 (50/.06)
Clinical Tips
ProTaper-compatible file sequence — clinicians familiar with ProTaper Gold can transition with the same technique (per 2025 catalog)
FireWire heat treatment may provide enhanced cyclic fatigue resistance — manufacturer claims 2x vs ProTaper Gold, 6x vs original ProTaper (bench data, 2025 catalog)
Files may appear slightly curved due to heat treatment — this is normal, not a defect; they conform to canal anatomy once inside (per DFU)
Safe unwinding feature — files are designed to unwind as a safety warning before separation
Convex triangular cross-section per 2025 catalog
Compatible with most rotary file electric motors and handpieces
Use in clockwise rotary motion only — not compatible with reciprocating motors
Warnings
- Use only in electric motor and handpiece designed for rotary files — not traditional rotary handpiece
- Do not use in reciprocating mode — clockwise rotation only (per DFU)
- Single patient use only — do not resterilize or reuse (per DFU)
- Contains nickel — do not use on patients with known nickel allergy
- Do not use in canals with very severe and sudden curvatures (per DFU)
- Clean flutes frequently — at least after each removal from the canal
- Do not force files apically — use minimal apical pressure
- Non-sterile — files need to be cleaned and sterilized (autoclave 134-137°C, min 3 min) before patient use
Obturation Techniques
Single cone, warm vertical, carrier-based & lateral compaction
Protocol
01Glide Path2
02Shaping3
03Finishing2
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Frequently Asked Questions
01What alloy is EdgeTaper Platinum made from?
01
What alloy is EdgeTaper Platinum made from?
Answer
EdgeTaper Platinum™ is manufactured from FireWire™ Heat-Treated NiTi.
02How many files are in the EdgeTaper Platinum sequence?
02
How many files are in the EdgeTaper Platinum sequence?
Answer
The EdgeTaper Platinum™ system includes 8 files: SX, S1, S2, F1, F2, F3, F4, F5.
03What is the EdgeTaper Platinum file sequence?
03
What is the EdgeTaper Platinum file sequence?
Answer
EdgeTaper Platinum™ is used in this order: SX → S1 → S2 → F1 → F2 → F3 → F4 → F5.
- 01Per-file speed, torque and technique are in the protocol section above.
04What motion type does EdgeTaper Platinum use?
04
What motion type does EdgeTaper Platinum use?
Answer
EdgeTaper Platinum™ uses continuous rotation motion.
05What cases is EdgeTaper Platinum best for?
05
What cases is EdgeTaper Platinum best for?
Answer
EdgeTaper Platinum™ is best suited for: ProTaper Gold alternative with FireWire heat treatment, multi-file variable-taper sequence, clinicians familiar with ProTaper technique.
06What speed and torque settings are recommended for EdgeTaper Platinum?
06
What speed and torque settings are recommended for EdgeTaper Platinum?
Answer
Recommended settings: 300-500 RPM and 2.
- 0194 Ncm (300 g-cm) across the file sequence (refer to official DFU for full per-file parameters).
Reviewed by
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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Yüksel L. EdgeTaper Platinum: sequence, speed and torque settings. EndoGuide. Updated: 2026-03-25. https://endo-guide.app/system/edgetaper-platinum
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@misc{endoguide-edgetaper-platinum,
author = {Yüksel, Levent},
title = {EdgeTaper Platinum: sequence, speed and torque settings},
howpublished = {\url{https://endo-guide.app/system/edgetaper-platinum}},
year = {2026},
note = {EndoGuide. Updated: 2026-03-25}
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