Garreco Dental is one of the leading producers of dental stones in the US. We produce dental stones ranging from type 2 to type 5 to meet all of your needs. Here’s a list of our type 4 dental stones along with their properties:

Apex™ RZ 10 Type 4 Dental Stone

Apex RZ 10 is a resin reinforced natural gypsum die material, available in two expansion variations making it the perfect choice to complement any technique. Perfect for all crown and bridge applications as well as implant or precision attachment cases. Resin additives eliminate brittleness and add superior external hardness. The exclusive Apex flow agent allows for excellent stackability, while promoting free material flow during vibration.

• Exceptionally dense for maximum strength
• High surface abrasion resistance
• Works well with all impression material
• Captures every detail

Indication for use: crown and bridge; porcelain; implants; cast partials; high-precision cases

Sizes:  120x70g, 25lb, 50lb*

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: 10-13 min
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 19ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 18,500 psi
EXPANSION: 0.10%

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Apex™ RZ 15 Type 4 Dental Stone

Apex RZ 15 is a resin reinforced natural gypsum die material, available in two expansion variations making it the perfect choice to complement any technique. Perfect for all crown and bridge applications as well as implant or precision attachment cases. Resin additives eliminate brittleness and add superior external hardness. The exclusive Apex flow agent allows for excellent stackability, while promoting free material flow during vibration.

• Exceptionally dense for maximum strength
• High surface abrasion resistance
• Works well with all impression material
• Captures every detail

Indication for use: crown and bridge; porcelain; implants; cast partials; high-precision cases

Sizes:  120x70g, 25lb, 50lb

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: 10-13 min
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 19ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 18,500 psi
EXPANSION: 0.15%

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Excalibur™ Type 4 Dental Stone

With its smooth mixing characteristics and ample setting time, Excalibur produces a “textbook” model every time. Die trimming becomes a worry-free procedure due to the ultra-fine gypsum base, which prevents nicks and abrasions caused by brittleness. Recommended for use as crown and bridge or partial denture models. Suitable for use with all impression materials. Gypsum hardeners are not recommended.

• Exceptionally dense for maximum strength
• High surface abrasion resistance
• Low expansion (0.09%) means greater accuracy
• Works well with all impression material
• Captures every detail

Indication for use: crown and bridge; porcelain; implants; cast partials; high-precision cases

Sizes: 120x70g Foil Pouches, 25lb, 50lb

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: 12-15 min
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 22ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 18,000 psi
EXPANSION: 0.09%

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NaturalRock™ EH Type 4 Dental Stone

NaturalRock EH is a traditional, creamy, smooth, resin reinforced die stone which exhibits high compressive strength and very low expansion.

• Exceptionally dense for maximum strength
• Very low expansion (0.08%)

Indication for use: crown and bridge; porcelain; implants; cast partials; high-precision cases

Sizes:  120x70g, 25lb, 50lb

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: 10-13 min
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 20ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 18,000 psi
EXPANSION: 0.08%

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CAD-Scan™ Type 4 Dental Stone

CAD-Scan is a unique gypsum material that contains a special scanning additive and resin reinforcement. CAD-scan reflects light nicely for essential readability, allowing for a shorter working time, and is manufactured from an ultra-fine gypsum base, which prevents nicks and abrasions caused by brittleness. CAD-scan has a low expansion and high compressive strength, making it the material of choice for all CAD/CAM restorations. It is perfect for production environments, as well as those single cases requiring a rapid set.

• Excellent surface scanning
• Ideal for CAD/CAM restorations
• Resin reinforced
• Low expansion (0.06-0.09%) for accuracy

Indication for use: CAD/CAM restorations

Sizes: 10lb, 25lb, 50lb

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: 11-13 min
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 20ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 18,500 psi
EXPANSION: 0.06-0.09%

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Express Set™ Type 4 Dental Stone

Express Set is a Type IV specialty stone with an extremely fast set time, smooth mixing consistency, and uniform color matrix. Models can be released from the impression in 5 minutes, producing a precision cast expressly suited for mouth guards, custom trays, study casts, models for opto-electronic/laser scanning with powder, temporaries and denture repairs.

• High compressive strength
• Ample working time
• Moderate expansion (0.15%)

Indication for use: crown and bridge; porcelain; implants; cast partials; high-precision cases

Sizes:  80x140g, 25lb, 50lb

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: 60-90 seconds
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 23ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 14,000 psi
EXPANSION: 0.15%

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SatinStone Type 4 Dental Stone

Comparable to Whip Mix’s Silky-Rock, SatinStone™ is distinguished by exceptional toughness and an extraordinary “satin-smooth” finish that works well with all types of impression materials. Introducing only the finest raw materials allows this product to have a creamy and effortless mix each and every time. SatinStone™ also has a low expansion which makes it one of the most the most unique die stones on the market.

• Exceptionally tough maximum strength
• Creamy, satin-smooth finish
• Low expansion (0.09%-0.11%) means greater accuracy
• Works well with all impression material
• Captures every detail

Sizes: 25lb, 50lb

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: ~10 min
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 23ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 15,000 psi
EXPANSION: 0.09%-0.11%

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