Description
Pac-Dent EtchPro Etching Gel is a 38% phosphoric acid etchant whose self-limiting formula creates an ideal etch pattern at an average depth of 1.9 micrometers from a 15-second etch. Its viscosity places precisely, will not run, and still penetrates fissures and vertical surfaces.
- 38% phosphoric acid – the standard etchant concentration for dentin and enamel bonding surfaces
- Self-limiting etch – the formula caps its own depth, averaging 1.9 micrometers from a 15-second etch
- Ideal viscosity – precise placement that will not run, with capillary penetration into fissures
- Clean rinse – rinses away without residue and resists premature drying during the procedure
Self-Limiting Etchant for Maximum Adhesive Penetration
Etching is a balance: enough depth for adhesive penetration, not so much that the dentin surface is compromised. This gel's self-limiting formula is the manufacturer's answer, producing an average etch depth of 1.9 micrometers from a 15-second etch and an optimal dentin surface to receive resin. The viscosity story is equally deliberate: thick enough for precise placement without running, yet able to penetrate vertical surfaces and occlusal fissures through increased capillary action. It is indicated for dentin and enamel to create an optimal bonding surface, and it resists premature drying while the clinician works. Choose the regular 4-pack for standard volume or the econo 20-pack for busy restorative operatories.
Features and Benefits
Etch Performance
- Controlled depth – self-limiting action targets an ideal pattern for maximum adhesive penetration
- Fissure penetration – capillary action carries the gel into occlusal anatomy other gels bridge over
- Bond support – studies cited by the manufacturer show an optimal dentin surface for resin reception
Handling
- No-run placement – the gel stays on the intended surface, including vertical walls
- Working stability – the formula prevents premature drying during procedures
- Residue-free rinse – cleanly rinses without leaving residue behind
Product Specifications
Product Facts
- Acid concentration – phosphoric acid, 38%
- Etch behavior – self-limiting, average depth 1.9 micrometers from a 15-second etch
- Indications – dentin and enamel, to create an optimal bonding surface
- Delivery – gel syringes (needle tips sold separately in this catalog)
Ordering Information
- SKU 40100 – EtchPro Gel Syringes, Regular, 4 per pack
- SKU 40150 – EtchPro Gel Syringes, Econo, 20 per pack
- Companion tips – 25 Ga. blue etch tips (40265) are listed with the pre-bent needle tips in this catalog
Find bonding agents and the 25 Ga. etch tips in our dental supplies catalog, and explore the manufacturer's restorative range on the Gingi-Pak brand page.
Why Choose EtchPro Etching Gel
Bond failures are expensive and usually trace back to the etched surface. A self-limiting etchant removes one variable from that equation, and its viscosity removes another. It is a small product that protects the biggest-ticket step in restorative work.
- Stronger bonds – an optimal etch pattern maximizes adhesive penetration and bond strength
- Consistent depth – self-limiting chemistry reduces over-etching risk on dentin
- Precise placement – no-run gel etches the intended surface and stays off the rest
- Volume value – the econo 20-pack lowers per-syringe cost for restorative-heavy schedules
Frequently Asked Questions
What concentration is the etchant?
It is 38% phosphoric acid in gel form. That is the standard concentration for creating a bonding surface on dentin and enamel.
What does self-limiting mean?
The formula limits its own etch depth, averaging 1.9 micrometers from a 15-second etch. The manufacturer states this creates an optimal dentin surface to receive resin.
Will the gel run off vertical surfaces?
No, its viscosity is designed for precise placement that will not run. At the same time, capillary action lets it penetrate vertical surfaces and occlusal fissures.
Which pack should I buy?
The Regular pack (40100) contains 4 syringes for standard use. The Econo pack (40150) contains 20 syringes for higher-volume restorative work.
Which tips fit the syringes?
Use pre-bent needle tips, the 25 Ga. blue etch tip (40265) is listed with the pre-bent tips in this catalog. Tips are sold separately from the gel packs.
