Busch Diamond Taper (Cone) Flat Bur | Busch No. 8848 016 – Fine Grit, Red Ring – FG | Pack of 2
The diamond taper (cone) flat fine grit dental bur from Busch & Co. GmbH is a precision-engineered rotary instrument designed to meet the exacting demands of modern restorative and prosthetic dentistry. Manufactured in Germany to ISO standard 806 314 173 514 016, this bur delivers consistent, controlled cutting performance across a broad range of clinical applications.
Product Overview
This instrument features a taper (cone) flat head geometry combined with a fine grit diamond coating, identified by a red ring designation. The fine grit formulation provides smooth, refined cutting action, making it well suited for procedures where surface finish and dimensional accuracy are critical. The red ring indicates fine grit, offering excellent control during detailed preparation work.
Key Specifications
- Shape: Taper (Cone) Flat
- Grit: Fine (Red Ring)
- ISO Classification: 806 314 173 514 016
- Pack Size: Pack of 2
- Manufacturer: Busch & Co. GmbH, Made in Germany
Clinical Applications
The diamond taper (cone) flat fine grit dental bur is particularly indicated for crown preparation, where precise marginal definition and controlled axial reduction are essential. The taper (cone) flat geometry allows clinicians to create well-defined finish lines and smooth preparation walls with minimal trauma to surrounding tooth structure.
- Crown Preparation
Why Choose This Bur?
As a diamond taper (cone) flat fine grit dental bur produced under rigorous German manufacturing standards, this instrument offers reliable performance and consistent diamond particle distribution. Supplied in a pack of two, it provides excellent clinical value for busy dental practices. The fine grit cutting surface supports a refined workflow for both preparation and finishing stages.

FAQ
What handpieces are compatible with this instrument? It has an FG (friction grip) shank, which fits standard high-speed turbine handpieces.
What does the red ring indicate? The red colour ring identifies fine grit under the ISO colour-coding system for diamond instruments.
How many are included per pack? Each pack contains 2 burs.
Where is this instrument made? It is manufactured by Busch & Co. in Engelskirchen, Germany, an ISO 13485-certified specialist in rotary precision instruments since 1905.
Compare With
| Manufacturer | Reference |
|---|---|
| Komet (Gebr. Brasseler) | 8848.314.016 |
| Brasseler USA | 8848.31.016 |
| Meisinger | 8848-016-FG |
| NTI (Kerr Rotary) | F848-016 |
| Alpen (Coltène) | 848F-314-016 |
| Edenta | F848.314.016 |
| Horico | FG 173 C 016 |

