Description
Matech Replica Alginate Impression Material is the non-chromatic partner to Kromatica, formulated with the same application specifications in a classic single color powder. It prepares simply, gels in about two minutes at room temperature and gives the team a predictable set they can plan around. Practices that prefer a traditional alginate get the same Matech case formats and flavors without the color change steps.
- Classic Single Color – A traditional non-chromatic powder with no color stages to learn, mixed and seated the way alginate has always been used.
- About Two Minutes to Gel – At 73 °F (23 °C), the mixed material gels in approximately 2 minutes.
- Simple Measured Mix – A measured powder and water routine keeps every mix repeatable for every assistant.
- Same Matech Case Formats – Ten and twenty pouch cases plus a twelve can case, built on the same 1 lb unit as Kromatica.
The Non-Chromatic Matech Alginate for Traditional Workflows
Replica is Matech’s non-chromatic alginate for practices that like a traditional impression routine. The powder is simple to prepare with a measured powder to water ratio, and the mixed material shows minimum body flow so it stays in the tray while it records detail. At 73 degrees Fahrenheit (23 degrees Celsius), the material gels in approximately 2 minutes, with warmer water shortening the gel time and cooler water extending it. Fast set and normal set versions come in cherry, mint and bubblegum flavors plus a non-flavor option. A dustless formula is also available in the line, and every format is built on the same 1 lb pouch or can unit as the rest of the Matech range.
Features and Benefits
Everyday Handling
- Simple to Prepare – The manufacturer describes Replica as simple to prepare, with a measured routine that mixes in 30 to 40 seconds.
- Minimum Body Flow – The mixed material stays where the tray places it while it records the impression.
Predictable Gel Behavior
- Room Temperature Benchmark – The material gels in approximately 2 minutes at 73 °F (23 °C), giving the team a planning number for every case.
- Water Temperature Control – Warmer water shortens the gel time and cooler water extends it, a simple way to adjust working time.
Flavor and Formula Choice
- Four Flavor Options – Cherry, mint and bubblegum flavors plus a non-flavor version cover patient preference.
- Dustless Formula in the Line – Matech also offers a dustless formula of Replica for practices that want less powder in the air at mixing.
Product Specifications
Product Details
- Brand: Matech
- Product Type: Alginate impression material
- Material: Non-chromatic alginate powder
- Set Types: Fast set and normal set
- Flavors: Cherry, mint, bubblegum and non-flavor
- Unit Size: 1 lb
Mixing and Setting
- Mixing Ratio: 7 g powder to 20 mL water
- Mixing Time: 30 to 40 seconds
- Gel Time: Approximately 2 minutes at 73 °F (23 °C)
- Full Large Upper: 3 powder measures and 1 water measure
- Medium Upper or Any Lower: 2 powder measures and 2/3 water measure
- Partial Impression: 1 powder measure and 1/3 water measure
- Model Separation: Wait 45 minutes before separating the model
Case Formats
- 10 lb Case: Ten 1 lb foil pouches, 1 empty can, 1 scoop and 1 water vial included
- 12 lb Case: Twelve 1 lb cans per case
- 20 lb Box: Twenty 1 lb foil pouches, 1 empty can, 2 scoops and 2 water vials included
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Why Choose Matech Replica?
Replica keeps the alginate routine exactly the way experienced teams learned it. There is no color system to interpret and no new technique to teach, just a measured mix and a set the whole office can predict. For practices that value that familiarity, it is the straightforward choice in the Matech line.
- Nothing New to Teach – The non-chromatic routine is the one experienced teams already know, so a new hire is productive on the first day.
- A Gel Time You Can Schedule Around – Approximately 2 minutes at room temperature keeps tray timing predictable across the day.
- Shelf Parity With Kromatica – The same flavors, set speeds and case formats as the color changing line, so both Matech alginates stock side by side.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Replica different from Kromatica?
Replica is non-chromatic, so it keeps one color from mix to set instead of changing color at each stage. Matech formulates it with the same application specifications as Kromatica, so handling and case formats match.
How long does Replica take to gel?
The material gels in approximately 2 minutes at 73 degrees Fahrenheit (23 degrees Celsius). Warmer mixing water shortens the gel time and cooler water extends it.
How much material does one impression take?
A full large upper impression uses 3 powder measures and 1 water measure, while a medium upper or any lower uses 2 powder measures and 2/3 of a water measure. A partial impression uses 1 powder measure and 1/3 of a water measure.
What is the mixing ratio?
Mix 7 g of powder with 20 mL of water for 30 to 40 seconds. Hold the tray for 1 minute after the material loses its stickiness, then wait 45 minutes before separating the model.
Which flavors does Replica come in?
Replica comes in cherry, mint and bubblegum, with a non-flavor version for patients who prefer no taste. Both fast set and normal set are offered across the flavor range.
What case sizes can I order?
Choose the 10 lb pouch case, the 12 lb can case or the 20 lb pouch box, all built from the same 1 lb unit. The pouch cases include an empty can with scoops and water vials for dispensing.
