Top 10 Dental Metal Trays for Taking Impressions

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Comparison Table 1: Numeric Comparison Table

Tray TypePriceMaterialAutoclavable
COE® Impression Trays – Nickel Individual Trays, Perforated – GC America Inc$36.99NickelYes
Rim-Lock® Impression Trays, Full Upper Individual Trays – DENTSPLY Caulk$28.99MetalYes
COE® Impression Trays – Stainless Steel Individual Trays, Perforated – GC America Inc$47.99Stainless SteelYes
COE® Impression Trays – Stainless Steel Individual Trays, Partial Perforated – GC America Inc$47.99Stainless SteelYes
Stainless Steel Impression Trays, Regular and Partial Perforated – Keystone Industries$42.99Stainless SteelYes
Solid Impression Trays, Full Arch – Superior Dental & Surgical$36.99Nickel-Plated MetalYes
Rim-Lock® Impression Trays, Full Lower Individual Trays – DENTSPLY Caulk$28.99MetalYes
COE® Impression Trays – Depressed Anterior Individual Trays, Perforated – GC America Inc$36.99NickelYes
Stainless Steel Impression Trays, Edentulous – Keystone Industries$42.99Stainless SteelYes
COE® Impression Trays – Complete Denture Individual Trays, Perforated – GC America Inc$36.99NickelYes

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1. COE® Impression Trays – Perforated – GC America Inc

COE® Impression Trays – Nickel Individual Trays, Perforated - GC America Inc

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COE Metal Impression Trays have long been the first choice of most schools and dentists worldwide. These GC trays are available in many different sizes, shapes, and types, including full or partial, solid or perforated, and pediatric. When poured and mounted on the articulator, Check Bite Impressions produce a pair of contemporary, separable models in a true occlusal relationship.

  • Rigid but bendable for an individual fit
  • Welded rimlock borders allow pressure buildup
  • Full-arch trays are ideal for larger cases involving three or more units
  • Partial trays are typically used in cases involving one or two units
  • All trays should use tray adhesive to eliminate the chance of separation during impression removal from the mouth

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2. Rim-Lock® by DENTSPLY Caulk

Rim-Lock® Impression Trays, Full Upper Individual Trays - DENTSPLY Caulk

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Rim-Lock impression trays are rigid, reusable metal trays recommended for the putty wash technique and alginate impressions. The unique design of the trays offers firm retention of set impression material, reducing the chance of impression distortion upon removal. Trays are available in various sizes and arch configurations.


3. COE® Impression Trays – Stainless Steel by GC America Inc

COE® Impression Trays – Stainless Steel Individual Trays, Perforated - GC America Inc

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COE Metal Impression Trays have long been the first choice of most schools and dentists worldwide. These GC trays are available in many different sizes, shapes, and types, including full or partial, solid or perforated, and pediatric. When poured and mounted on the articulator, Check Bite Impressions produce a pair of contemporary, separable models in a true occlusal relationship.

  • Rigid but bendable for an individual fit
  • Welded rimlock borders allow pressure buildup
  • Full-arch trays are ideal for larger cases involving three or more units
  • Partial trays are typically used in cases involving one or two units
  • All trays should use tray adhesive to eliminate the chance of separation during impression removal from the mouth

4. GC America’s COE® Impression Trays – Stainless Steel

COE® Impression Trays – Stainless Steel Individual Trays, Partial Perforated - GC America Inc

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COE Metal Impression Trays have long been the first choice of most schools and dentists worldwide. These GC trays are available in many different sizes, shapes, and types, including full or partial, solid or perforated, and pediatric. When poured and mounted on the articulator, Check Bite Impressions produce a pair of contemporary, separable models in a true occlusal relationship.

  • Rigid but bendable for an individual fit
  • Welded rimlock borders allow pressure buildup
  • Full-arch trays are ideal for larger cases involving three or more units
  • Partial trays are typically used in cases involving one or two units
  • All trays should use tray adhesive to eliminate the chance of separation during impression removal from the mouth

5. Keystone Industries Stainless Steel Impression Trays

Stainless Steel Impression Trays, Regular and Partial Perforated - Keystone Industries

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Stainless Steel Impression Trays are used with alginate or any other impression material where detailed reproduction and dimensionally stable results are vital. Available in solid or perforated styles in a large assortment of regular, pedodontics, edentulous, and XL sizes for partial or full impressions.

  • Locks impression material in the tray to prevent distortion
  • The uniform thickness provides superior rigidity for consistent results
  • Smooth finish minimizes tissue trauma; thin enough for optimum patient comfort
  • Autoclavable for extended use and wear

6. Superior Solid Impression Trays

Solid Impression Trays, Full Arch - Superior Dental & Surgical

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Solid Impression Trays are stain resistant, nickel-plated rigid metal trays.

  • Anatomically correct; do not flex
  • Can be sterilized using dry heat and autoclaved up to 390°F
  • Made in the USA; ISO 9001:2008 certified

7. Rim-Lock® Impression Trays by Dentsply Cauk

Rim-Lock® Impression Trays, Full Lower Individual Trays - DENTSPLY Caulk

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Rim-Lock impression trays are rigid, reusable metal trays recommended for the putty wash technique and alginate impressions. The unique design of the trays offers firm retention of set impression material, reducing the chance of impression distortion upon removal. Trays are available in various sizes and arch configurations.


8. COE® Impression Trays – Depressed Anterior – GC America Inc

COE® Impression Trays – Depressed Anterior Individual Trays, Perforated - GC America Inc

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COE Metal Impression Trays have long been the first choice of most schools and dentists worldwide. These GC trays are available in many different sizes, shapes and types including full or partial, solid or perforated, and pediatric. When poured and mounted on the articulator, Check Bite Impressions produce a pair of contemporary, separable models in true occlusal relationship.

  • Rigid, but bendable for an individual fit
  • Welded, rimlock borders allow pressure buildup
  • Full-arch trays are ideal for larger cases involving three or more units
  • Partial trays are typically used in cases involving one or two units
  • All trays should use tray adhesive to eliminate chance of separation during impression removal from mouth

9. Edentulous by Keystone Industries

Stainless Steel Impression Trays, Edentulous - Keystone Industries

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Stainless Steel Impression Trays are for use with alginate or any other type of impression material where detailed reproduction and dimensionally stable results are vital. Available in solid or perforated styles in a large assortment of regular, pedodontic, edentulous and XL sizes for partial or full impressions.

  • Locks impression material in the tray to prevent distortion
  • Uniform thickness provides superior rigidity for consistent results
  • Smooth finish minimizes tissue trauma; thin enough for optimum patient comfort
  • Autoclavable for extended use and wear

10. COE® Perforated – GC America Inc

COE® Impression Trays – Complete Denture Individual Trays, Perforated - GC America Inc

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COE Metal Impression Trays have long been the first choice of most schools and dentists worldwide. These GC trays are available in many different sizes, shapes and types including full or partial, solid or perforated, and pediatric. When poured and mounted on the articulator, Check Bite Impressions produce a pair of contemporary, separable models in true occlusal relationship.

  • Rigid, but bendable for an individual fit
  • Welded, rimlock borders allow pressure buildup
  • Full-arch trays are ideal for larger cases involving three or more units
  • Partial trays are typically used in cases involving one or two units
  • All trays should use tray adhesive to eliminate chance of separation during impression removal from mouth

Comparison Table 2: Features Comparison Table

Tray TypeMaterialType of TraySpecial FeaturesRecommended Techniques
COE® Impression Trays – Nickel Individual Trays, Perforated – GC America IncNickelIndividual TraysRigid and bendable rimlock borders, tray adhesive recommendedPutty wash and alginate impressions
Rim-Lock® Impression Trays, Full Upper Individual Trays – DENTSPLY CaulkMetalIndividual TraysFirm retention of impression material, reduced chance of distortion upon removalPutty wash and alginate impressions
COE® Impression Trays – Stainless Steel Individual Trays, Perforated – GC America IncStainless SteelIndividual TraysRigid and bendable, rimlock borders, tray adhesive recommendedPutty wash and alginate impressions
COE® Impression Trays – Stainless Steel Individual Trays, Partial Perforated – GC America IncStainless SteelIndividual TraysRigid and bendable, rimlock borders, tray adhesive recommendedPutty wash and alginate impressions
Stainless Steel Impression Trays, Regular and Partial Perforated – Keystone IndustriesStainless SteelRegular and Partial TraysLocks impression material in tray to prevent distortion, uniform thickness for consistent results, smooth finish for patient comfortAlginate or any impression material where detailed reproduction is vital
Solid Impression Trays, Full Arch – Superior Dental & SurgicalNickel-Plated MetalFull Arch TrayStain-resistant, anatomically correct and rigidDry heat and autoclave sterilization
Rim-Lock® Impression Trays, Full Lower Individual Trays – DENTSPLY CaulkMetalIndividual TraysFirm retention of impression material, reduced chance of distortion upon removalPutty wash and alg

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