Clinical Research Associates

Introduction to Air Abrasive Instrument Comparison - Dec. 1997

Detailed Characterization of Air Abrasive Instruments

Contents:

Main Comparison Chart - Rankings, costs, advantages & disadvantages, etc. Also includes links to information about each air abrasive instrument company.
Controlled Cutting Test - Which air abrasive instrument cuts the fastest?
Tip Orifice and Handpiece Head Sizes - How do tip diameters & head sizes compare?
Air Pressure at Handpiece - Is the actual air pressure the same as shown on the control panel?
Powder Delivery Rate - How much powder is being delivered by each air abrasive instrument?
Internal Air Treatment Systems - Which instruments include air purification devices?
Multi-Use Evaluation - Can instruments be adapted for prophylaxis with sodium bicarbonate?
External Air Purifiers - Can an external air purifier help minimize power overspray?
Current Units Compared to an "Ideal" Standard - How do current units compare to a CRA "ideal" unit?
Materials & Methods - How were air abrasive instruments tested and compared?