- A 1:1 E-type contra-angle sheath, it serves as the foundational "body" for various interchangeable heads, allowing practitioners to customize their handpiece for specific clinical tasks while maintaining a standard connection to their motor system
Uses
- Interproximal and Posterior Access:
- The contra-angle design provides ergonomic access to hard-to-reach areas, such as molars and the back of teeth
- Decay Removal:
- When fitted with a latch-type or friction-grip head, it is used for precise caries removal and cavity refining
- Restorative Finishing:
- Ideally used with 20,000 RPM motors to polish modern composites, providing a significantly better aesthetic finish than 5,000 RPM prophy systems
- Acrylic and Amalgam Work:
- Used for adjusting acrylic appliances and polishing amalgam restorations
Features
- 1:1 Transmission Ratio:
- A standard "no-reduction" sheath that maintains the motor's full speed and torque
- Universal E-Type Connection:
- Built to ISO standards, it is interchangeable with any E-type motor including air-driven, electric, surgery, and endodontic systems
- NSK Thread Compatibility:
- Features the same thread pattern as NSK EX-series contra-angles, allowing it to accept all NSK-fitment heads and attachments
- Lightweight and Autoclavable:
- Designed for comfort during long procedures and fully compatible with standard sterilization protocol
Benefits
- System Versatility:
- Unlike proprietary competitors, the TT-EC allows you to mix and match heads from Vector or other E-type manufacturers, preventing you from being "stuck" with a single brand
- Cost-Effective Performance:
- Offers a high-quality alternative to premium European brands at a fraction of the cost—often cited as providing "value without compromise"
- Proven Reliability:
- Described as a "proven performer" designed for durability in high-output dental offices
- Standardized Warranty:
- Backed by a 6-month warranty on the sheath itself