The KATANA™ 14Z L zirconia block is a zirconia CAD/CAM block for the fabrication of aesthetic full-contour zirconia restorations and bridge constructions. Thanks to its innovative multilayer structure, this zirconia block combines a natural colour gradient with a high mechanical strength of 763 MPa.
The extra-long version of the 14Z L block provides more space for designing and milling large restorations. This makes this version particularly suitable for the fabrication of bridges with 3 or more units and cantilever bridges.
The KATANA™ Zirconia Block 14Z L consists of four layers of zirconia with gradually transitioning shades. This creates a natural transition from cervical to incisal colour during milling, without the need for extensive individual staining of the restoration.
The multilayer technology provides a natural appearance and combines aesthetics with an efficient digital CAD/CAM workflow. This makes the KATANA™ 14Z L block an interesting choice for dentists and dental technicians who want to digitally fabricate larger zirconia restorations.
With a flexural strength of 763 MPa, the KATANA™ Zirconia Block provides a strong and reliable foundation for various dental restorations. Its mechanical properties also allow restorations to be designed relatively thin, contributing to a translucent and natural appearance.
The 14Z L version has a height of approximately 17.8 mm before sintering, a width of approximately 19.2 mm and an extra-long length of 40.0 mm. After sintering, the dimensions are approximately 14.2 × 15.4 × 32.0 mm.
Thanks to its extra length, the KATANA™ 14Z L provides more space for larger restorations than the standard 14Z. This version is specifically suitable for the fabrication of bridges with 4 or more units and cantilever bridges.
The KATANA™ Zirconia Block 14Z L is available in 14 natural shades, based on the VITA classical A1-D4™ shade system.
NW (Natural White), A1, A2, A3, A3.5, A4, B1, B2, B3, C1, C2, C3, D2, D3
The STML multilayer structure consists of four layers with different shade gradations, creating a natural colour transition in the restoration during milling.
Product: KATANA™ Zirconia Block 14Z L
Material: Zirconium oxide (zirconia)
Type: STML (Super Translucent Multi Layered) CAD/CAM block
Packaging: 2 or 3
Flexural strength: 763 MPa
Crown height: up to approx. 14 mm
Block dimensions before sintering: approx. 17.8 × 19.2 × 40.0 mm
Block dimensions after sintering: approx. 14.2 × 15.4 × 32.0 mm
Available shades: NW, A1, A2, A3, A3.5, A4, B1, B2, B3, C1, C2, C3, D2, D3
Indications: including FCZ bridges with 4 or more units and cantilever bridges
The KATANA™ Zirconia Block 14Z L is therefore a strong and aesthetic solution for larger zirconia restorations within a digital CAD/CAM workflow, providing additional space for the fabrication of multi-unit bridge constructions.