Pedodontic File Systems
Various Manufacturers
Pedodontic File Systems
Various Manufacturers
Size and flexibility optimized for pediatric root canal treatment
Continuous Rotation · NiTi (Various Heat Treatments)
- RPM
- Ncm1–5.1
- File
- 39
Specifications
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| File | Tip | Taper | SpeedRPM | TorqueNcm | Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Diameter at the file tip (D0). Larger tips shape wider canals. | |||||
How much the file widens per mm. Higher taper = more aggressive cutting. | |||||
Rotational speed (RPM). Follow manufacturer settings to prevent file breakage. | |||||
Rotational force limit (Ncm). Prevents file fracture by auto-reversing when resistance is too high. | |||||
Kedo-S (D1)red | 0.25 | VV 4-8% | 150-300 RPM | 2.2 Ncm | Shaping |
Kedo-S (E1)blue | 0.30 | VV 4-8% | 150-300 RPM | 2.2 Ncm | Shaping |
Kedo-S (U1)black | 0.40 | VV 4-8% | 150-300 RPM | 2.2 Ncm | Finishing |
Kedo-S Plus (P1+) | 0.28 | VV 4-8% | 250-300 RPM | 2.2-2.4 Ncm | Shaping |
Kedo-S Plus (A1+) | 0.38 | VV 4-8% | 250-300 RPM | 2.2-2.4 Ncm | Shaping |
Kedo-S Square (A1) | 0.38 | Variable 6-8% | 250-300 RPM | 2.2-2.4 Ncm | Shaping |
Kedo-S Square (P1) | 0.28 | Variable 4-8% | 250-300 RPM | 2.2-2.4 Ncm | Shaping |
Pro AF Baby Gold (BO)white | 0.15 | 10% | 300 RPM | 2 Ncm | Orifice opener |
Pro AF Baby Gold (B1)yellow | 0.20 | 4% | 300 RPM | 2 Ncm | Shaping |
Pro AF Baby Gold (B2)red | 0.25 | 4% | 300 RPM | 2 Ncm | Shaping |
Pro AF Baby Gold (B3)red | 0.25 | 6% | 300 RPM | 2 Ncm | Shaping |
Pro AF Baby Gold (B4)blue | 0.30 | 4% | 300 RPM | 2 Ncm | Finishing |
Pro AF Baby Gold (B5)black | 0.40 | 4% | 300 RPM | 2 Ncm | Finishing |
Neoendo PedoFlex (#20)yellow | 0.20 | 4% | 350 RPM | 1.5 Ncm | Shaping |
Neoendo PedoFlex (#25)red | 0.25 | 4% | 350 RPM | 1.5 Ncm | Shaping |
Neoendo PedoFlex (#30)blue | 0.30 | 4% | 350 RPM | 1.5 Ncm | Finishing |
Neoendo PedoFlex (#35)green | 0.35 | 6% | 350 RPM | 1.5 Ncm | Finishing |
Neoendo PedoFlex (#40)black | 0.40 | 6% | 350 RPM | 1.5 Ncm | Finishing |
Neoendo PedoFlex (#45)white | 0.45 | 6% | 350 RPM | 1.5 Ncm | Finishing |
Kids-e-Files (K1)yellow | 0.20 | 4% | 300-400 RPM | 1.0-2.0 Ncm | Shaping |
Kids-e-Files (K2)red | 0.25 | 4% | 300-400 RPM | 1.0-2.0 Ncm | Shaping |
Kids-e-Files (K3)blue | 0.30 | 4% | 300-400 RPM | 1.0-2.0 Ncm | Finishing |
Kids-e-Files (K4)black | 0.40 | 4% | 300-400 RPM | 1.0-2.0 Ncm | Finishing |
Baby Blue (Foster) | 0.17 | Variable | 250-350 RPM | 2.2-2.6 Ncm | Glide path |
Baby Blue (B1) | 0.28 | 5% | 250-350 RPM | 2.2-2.6 Ncm | Shaping |
Baby Blue (B2) | 0.38 | 5% | 250-350 RPM | 2.2-2.6 Ncm | Shaping |
Endogal Kids (EK1)red | 0.25 | 4% | 350 RPM | 4 Ncm | Shaping |
Endogal Kids (EK2)red | 0.25 | 6% | 350 RPM | 4 Ncm | Shaping |
Endogal Kids (EK3)blue | 0.30 | 4% | 350 RPM | 4 Ncm | Shaping |
Endogal Kids (EK4)black | 0.40 | 4% | 350 RPM | 4 Ncm | Finishing |
ProTaper Gold (SX)yellow | 0.19 | 3.5-19% progressive | 250-300 RPM | 5.1 Ncm (DFU) | Orifice opener |
ProTaper Gold (S1)purple | 0.18 | 2-11% progressive | 250-300 RPM | 5.1 Ncm (DFU) | Shaping |
ProTaper Gold (S2)white | 0.20 | 4-11.5% progressive | 250-300 RPM | 1.5 Ncm (DFU) | Shaping |
ProTaper Gold (F1)yellow | 0.20 | 7% | 250-300 RPM | 1.5 Ncm (DFU) | Finishing |
ProTaper Gold (F2)red | 0.25 | 8% | 250-300 RPM | 3.1 Ncm (DFU) | Finishing |
Mtwo (10/.04)purple | 0.10 | 4% | 280 RPM | 1.2 Ncm | Glide path |
Mtwo (15/.05)white | 0.15 | 5% | 280 RPM | 1.3 Ncm | Glide path |
Mtwo (20/.06)yellow | 0.20 | 6% | 280 RPM | 2.1 Ncm | Shaping |
Mtwo (25/.06)red | 0.25 | 6% | 280 RPM | 2.3 Ncm | Finishing |
Clinical Tips
- Lengths of 16-19 mm are common in dedicated pediatric systems; adult systems are usually 21-31 mm and are used at shorter working lengths in the pediatric literature
- Speed and torque are manufacturer-specific; for systems with no public first-party source, the values may rest on secondary literature
- Because of physiological root resorption in primary teeth, plan working length and apical progression more conservatively
- Canal walls and the furcation area may be more delicate than in adult teeth
- Some systems are marketed for continuous rotation only, while systems such as Endogal Kids list both rotary and reciprocating options
- Public source quality differs between systems; Baby Blue and some Kids-e / Pro AF details are documented mainly by secondary sources rather than written manufacturer documents
Warnings
- Do not force files beyond the apex; primary teeth undergo physiological root resorption
- High torque settings may cause instrument fracture
- Excessive irrigation may lead to material extrusion beyond the apex and to periapical damage
- Avoid over-shaping; preserve dentin
- Single-use / reuse policy may vary by system; follow the relevant manufacturer's instructions
- Because of the short working length, take care near the apex
- Take care when choosing files for areas of resorbed root
- Keep the risk of furcal perforation in mind
Obturation Techniques
Single cone, warm vertical, carrier-based & lateral compaction
Protocol
01Glide Path2
02Shaping2
03Finishing2
Related Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
What alloy is Pedodontic File Systems made from?
What alloy is Pedodontic File Systems made from?
Answer
Pedodontic File Systems is manufactured from NiTi (Various Heat Treatments).
How many files are in the Pedodontic File Systems sequence?
How many files are in the Pedodontic File Systems sequence?
Answer
The Pedodontic File Systems system includes 39 files: Kedo-S (D1), Kedo-S (E1), Kedo-S (U1), Kedo-S Plus (P1+), Kedo-S Plus (A1+), Kedo-S Square (A1), Kedo-S Square (P1), Pro AF Baby Gold (BO), Pro AF Baby Gold (B1), Pro AF Baby Gold (B2), Pro AF Baby Gold (B3), Pro AF Baby Gold (B4), Pro AF Baby Gold (B5), Neoendo PedoFlex (#20), Neoendo PedoFlex (#25), Neoendo PedoFlex (#30), Neoendo PedoFlex (#35), Neoendo PedoFlex (#40), Neoendo PedoFlex (#45), Kids-e-Files (K1), Kids-e-Files (K2), Kids-e-Files (K3), Kids-e-Files (K4), Baby Blue (Foster), Baby Blue (B1), Baby Blue (B2), Endogal Kids (EK1), Endogal Kids (EK2), Endogal Kids (EK3), Endogal Kids (EK4), ProTaper Gold (SX), ProTaper Gold (S1), ProTaper Gold (S2), ProTaper Gold (F1), ProTaper Gold (F2), Mtwo (10/.04), Mtwo (15/.05), Mtwo (20/.06), Mtwo (25/.06).
What motion type does Pedodontic File Systems use?
What motion type does Pedodontic File Systems use?
Answer
Pedodontic File Systems uses continuous rotation motion.
What cases is Pedodontic File Systems best for?
What cases is Pedodontic File Systems best for?
Answer
Pedodontic File Systems is best suited for: root canal treatment of primary teeth, wide apical foramen, short crown height, treatment after pulpotomy, child-patient cooperation, cases needing a short treatment time, coronal enlargement, treatment of primary anterior teeth (Kedo-S Square).
What speed and torque settings are recommended for Pedodontic File Systems?
What speed and torque settings are recommended for Pedodontic File Systems?
Answer
Recommended settings: 150-300 RPM–250-300 RPM–300 RPM–350 RPM–300-400 RPM–250-350 RPM–280 RPM and 2.2 Ncm / 2.2-2.4 Ncm / 2 Ncm / 1.5 Ncm / 1.0-2.0 Ncm / 2.2-2.6 Ncm / 4 Ncm / 5.1 Ncm (DFU) / 1.5 Ncm (DFU) / 3.1 Ncm (DFU) / 1.2 Ncm / 1.3 Ncm / 2.1 Ncm / 2.3 Ncm 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. Pedodontic File Systems: sequence, speed and torque settings. EndoGuide. Updated: 2026-10-03. https://endo-guide.app/system/pedodontic-files
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