NIC® W+ Tunnel 15/.02 sterile reciprocating glide-path file

NIC® W+ Tunnel Reciprocating Files

Tunnel / 21mm
$42.00 CAD
Sale price  $42.00 CAD Regular price  $48.00 CAD
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NIC® W+ Tunnel 15/.02 sterile reciprocating glide-path file
Reciprocating Motion
MaxTech™ 3.0 Heat Treatment
Single File System
NiTi Aloy
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NIC® W+ Tunnel Reciprocating Files

$42.00 CAD
Sale price  $42.00 CAD Regular price  $48.00 CAD
SizeTunnel
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SKU: SFP 021 015
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Product details

NIC® W+ Tunnel Reciprocating Files at a glance

Core specifications organized for quick review before selecting a configuration.

Manufacturer NIC® Dental
Motion Reciprocating
Heat treatment MaxTech 3.0 gold heat-treated NiTi
Cross-section Parallelogram
Sizes 15/.02
Lengths 21 mm / 25 mm / 31 mm
Packaging 6 instruments / pack
Sterility Sterile
Product overview

About this product

Additional information about this product and its intended clinical application.

NIC® W+ Tunnel Reciprocating Files are sterile, gold heat-treated NiTi endodontic instruments designed for mechanical glide-path preparation before root canal shaping. Featuring a 15/.02 size, constant .02 taper, parallelogram cross-section, and MaxTech™ 3.0 gold heat-treated NiTi, they operate in reciprocating motion and are available in 21 mm, 25 mm, and 31 mm lengths. Supplied sterile in packs of 6 for single clinical use.

File identification

Recognize the file family by colour and size

Identify each file by its size, taper, colour and available length.


                      NIC® W+ Tunnel Reciprocating Files
                      W+ Tunnel 15/.02
                      15/.02
                      White
                      file

W+ Tunnel 15/.02

15/.02
White

Mechanical glide-path expansion before W+ shaping

21 mm / 25 mm / 31 mm
Familiar workflow

Coming from WaveOne® Gold?

NIC® W+ Tunnel Reciprocating Files is organized around a familiar reciprocating workflow for clinicians who already use WaveOne® Gold. Product-specific specifications and manufacturer guidance remain the reference for clinical use.

  • File family: W+ Tunnel 15/.02
  • Sizes: 15/.02
  • Motion: Reciprocating
  • Motor program: WaveOne® Gold compatible
Motion Reciprocating
File family W+ Tunnel 15/.02
Motor setup WaveOne® Gold compatible
Heat treatment MaxTech 3.0 gold heat-treated NiTi

WaveOne® Gold is referenced to help identify a familiar clinical workflow. Product-specific use should follow the current manufacturer instructions for use. Motor terminology can vary between manufacturers.

Clinical specifications

Design & clinical use

Key technical and clinical characteristics of NIC® W+ Tunnel Reciprocating Files.

Material / treatment MaxTech 3.0 gold heat-treated NiTi
Motion Reciprocating
Cross-section Parallelogram
Taper design Constant .02 taper
Technique Reciprocating glide-path preparation
Motor & motion

Reciprocating motor setup

Recommended operating configuration for this file system.

Motion Reciprocating
Motor program WaveOne® Gold compatible
Cutting angle 150° CCW
Release angle 30° CW
Use the motor program and settings specified for this product. If your motor uses different terminology, confirm the selected program and follow the current manufacturer instructions for use.
Clinical workflow

Step-by-step clinical workflow

Follow the clinical sequence below together with the current manufacturer instructions for use.

0 1 Establish the initial glide path #10 hand file · working length · reproducible pathway

Prepare straight-line access and negotiate the canal with a size #10 stainless-steel hand file. Determine working length and confirm a smooth, reproducible manual glide path before introducing W+ Tunnel. Irrigate the canal before mechanical glide-path expansion.

0 2 Expand the glide path with W+ Tunnel 15/.02 · reciprocating · gentle inward pressure

Introduce W+ Tunnel 15/.02 in the recommended reciprocating program. Use gentle inward pressure with short, controlled pecking movements and allow the instrument to progress passively through the secured canal pathway. Remove the file periodically to clean and inspect the flutes and irrigate the canal.

0 3 Reach full working length Controlled passes · irrigation · recapitulation

Continue with W+ Tunnel in one or more controlled passes until full working length is reached. Between passes, clean and inspect the instrument, irrigate the canal and recapitulate with a size #10 K-file as needed to maintain the established pathway.

0 4 Reconfirm and proceed to shaping Reconfirm working length · irrigate · W+ shaping

After W+ Tunnel has reached working length, irrigate the canal, recapitulate with a size #10 K-file and reconfirm working length. Once the glide path is established and expanded, proceed with the appropriate NIC® W+ shaping protocol.

Documents & resources

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Product documents and technical resources for this file system.

Sterility & safety

Important information for this product version

Review the sterility, handling and safety information for this exact product version.

Sterility Sterile
Use Single Use
Clinical handling & safety Review before clinical use
Sterilization information

NIC® W+ Tunnel files are supplied sterile and ready for clinical use while the sterile barrier remains intact. No pre-use sterilization is required. Do not use the product if the package is damaged, opened, wet or otherwise compromised. Do not re-sterilize. W+ Tunnel files are intended for single clinical use only. After clinical use, discard the instrument. Do not clean, disinfect, sterilize, re-sterilize or reuse the file.

  • For professional dental use only.
  • Use appropriate personal protective equipment and rubber dam isolation.
  • Do not use if the sterile package is damaged, opened, wet or otherwise compromised.
  • Do not use in patients with a known allergy or sensitivity to nickel-titanium or other device components.
  • Establish a smooth, reproducible manual glide path before introducing W+ Tunnel.
  • Use NIC® W+ Tunnel in reciprocating motion only. Do not use continuous rotary motion.
  • Use the recommended W+ / WaveOne® Gold-compatible reciprocating motor program. Where custom angles are required, use 150° CCW cutting and 30° CW release.
  • Use gentle inward pressure with short, controlled movements and allow the instrument to progress passively through the established canal pathway.
  • Do not force W+ Tunnel apically. If the instrument does not progress easily, withdraw it, clean the flutes, irrigate, recapitulate and reassess before continuing.
  • Irrigate frequently and recapitulate with a small hand file as needed to maintain the established pathway.
  • Exercise additional caution in canals with abrupt curvature, recurvature, canal division or other complex anatomy where safe passive progression cannot be achieved.
  • Clean and inspect the flutes regularly during use for deformation, unwinding, wear, corrosion or other signs of damage.
  • Do not fully immerse the instrument in sodium hypochlorite solution.
  • A slight curvature caused by heat treatment is not necessarily a defect. Do not forcefully straighten the instrument before use.
  • Single clinical use only. Do not clean, disinfect, sterilize, re-sterilize or reuse after clinical use.
  • Dispose of used instruments in an appropriate biohazard sharps container.
  • Store in the original packaging in a clean, dry environment away from direct sunlight, excessive heat and humidity. Do not use after the stated expiry date.
Frequently asked questions

Common questions

Quick answers about product selection, configuration and clinical use.

What is NIC® W+ Tunnel used for?

NIC® W+ Tunnel is a 15/.02 engine-driven reciprocating file used to mechanically expand an established glide path before canal shaping with NIC® W+ files.

Does W+ Tunnel replace the initial manual glide path?

No. Establish a smooth, reproducible manual pathway before introducing W+ Tunnel. W+ Tunnel is used to mechanically expand the established glide path to working length.

What size is W+ Tunnel?

W+ Tunnel is available as a 15/.02 glide-path file with a constant .02 taper.

Which lengths are available for W+ Tunnel?

NIC® W+ Tunnel is available in 21 mm, 25 mm and 31 mm lengths.

What motor setting is used for W+ Tunnel?

Use W+ Tunnel with a compatible endodontic motor using the recommended W+ / WaveOne® Gold-compatible reciprocating program. Where custom reciprocation angles are required, use 150° CCW cutting and 30° CW release.

Can W+ Tunnel be used in continuous rotation?

No. W+ Tunnel is designed for reciprocating motion. Do not use it in continuous rotary motion.

Is W+ Tunnel supplied sterile?

Yes. W+ Tunnel is supplied sterile and ready for clinical use while the sterile barrier remains intact. Do not use the product if the package is damaged, opened, wet or otherwise compromised.

What should I do after W+ Tunnel reaches working length?

After W+ Tunnel reaches working length, irrigate the canal, recapitulate with a small hand file and reconfirm working length. Once the glide path is established and expanded, proceed with the appropriate NIC® W+ shaping protocol.

How many W+ Tunnel files are supplied per pack?

Each pack contains six sterile W+ Tunnel files.

Where is NIC® W+ Tunnel manufactured?

NIC® W+ Tunnel is manufactured in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China.

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Product information: This page presents product specifications and workflow information for NIC® W+ Tunnel Reciprocating Files from NIC® Dental . Always follow the current manufacturer instructions for use supplied with the exact product.

Trademark reference: WaveOne® Gold and other third-party product or program names are trademarks of their respective owners. They are referenced only to identify a familiar workflow or manufacturer-documented compatibility context. These references do not imply affiliation or endorsement.