{"title":"US No. 1168 Bur – Busch Tapered Fissure Carbide, Made in Germany","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eUS No. 1168\u003c\/strong\u003e is the American number for a tapered fissure bur with a 0.8 mm head (ISO size 008): a cone with a rounded end, so the walls it cuts diverge toward the occlusal and meet the floor in rounded line angles. Busch \u0026amp; Co. manufactures it in Germany as \u003cstrong\u003eBusch No. 23R 008\u003c\/strong\u003e. Every US No. 1168 on this page is a genuine Busch instrument and ships from our US warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhich US No. 1168 Do You Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;background:#f6f6f6;\"\u003eUS No.\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;background:#f6f6f6;\"\u003eBusch No.\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;background:#f6f6f6;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;background:#f6f6f6;\"\u003eCut\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;background:#f6f6f6;\"\u003eShank\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;background:#f6f6f6;\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;background:#f6f6f6;\"\u003ePack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/carbide-cone-round-dental-bur-23r-008-hp-pack-of-6\"\u003e1168\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e23R 008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eCarbide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003ePlain-cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eHP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eStraight handpiece: laboratory and denture work, rounded end\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;\"\u003eHP (2.35 mm shank, straight handpiece). See the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/busch-bur-size-chart\"\u003eBusch Bur Size Chart\u003c\/a\u003e for head and shank dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eClinical Uses of the US No. 1168\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e axial reduction with built-in taper for full-coverage crowns and bridge abutments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInlay and onlay preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e cavity walls that diverge toward the occlusal for a path of insertion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCavity preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e extending and shaping preparations where a flat floor and tapered walls are wanted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSectioning and laboratory work:\u003c\/strong\u003e the surgical-length versions section teeth and roots; the HP carbide and steel versions cut acrylic and plaster in the straight handpiece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 0.8 mm the No. 1168 is a fine cone for conservative preparations and narrow boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpeed and Technique\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the bur parallel to the intended path of insertion so the taper of the head becomes the taper of the wall; use water spray with the FG versions and laboratory speed for HP. Maximum recommended speeds for every Busch shape are in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/dental-bur-speed-chart\"\u003eDental Bur Speed Chart\u003c\/a\u003e, and reprocessing steps in the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/dental-bur-sterilization-guide\"\u003eBur Sterilization Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMade in Germany by Busch \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBusch \u0026amp; Co. has manufactured rotary instruments in Engelskirchen, Germany since 1905. Every instrument on this page is a genuine Busch product, precision-ground on a concentric shank under ISO-certified quality management and guaranteed to arrive free of manufacturing defects under our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/warranty\"\u003eBusch arrival guarantee\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/MadeInGermanySmall.png?v=1775134964\" alt=\"Dental Instruments, Tools, Burs, Diamonds and Polishers Made In Germany\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Busch number for a US 1168 bur?\u003c\/strong\u003e Busch No. 23R 008 in carbide (HP).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is a No. 1168 bur?\u003c\/strong\u003e The No. 1168 has a 0.8 mm head diameter (ISO size 008) on a tapered fissure bur head, ISO shape 194 (cone, round end).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Busch No. 1168 burs reusable?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Carbide and steel burs are cleaned, disinfected and sterilized between patients and replaced when they dull; the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/dental-bur-sterilization-guide\"\u003eBur Sterilization Guide\u003c\/a\u003e gives the validated steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated resources:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/us-bur-numbers\"\u003eUS Bur Number Finder\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/bur-comparison-chart\"\u003eBur Comparison Chart\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/dental-bur-speed-chart\"\u003eSpeed Chart\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/dental-bur-glossary\"\u003eBur Glossary\u003c\/a\u003e · Nearby sizes: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/us-1170-bur\"\u003eUS No. 1170\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/us-1171-bur\"\u003eUS No. 1171\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"carbide-cone-round-dental-bur-23r-008-hp-pack-of-6","title":"US No. 1168 Busch Carbide Tapered Fissure (Cone) Round Bur | Busch No. 23R 008 – HP | Pack of 6","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecarbide taper (cone) round dental bur\u003c\/strong\u003e from Busch \u0026amp; Co. GmbH is a precision-engineered cutting instrument designed for demanding applications across dental and technical disciplines. Manufactured in Germany, this cutter delivers consistent, reliable performance where accuracy is paramount.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis instrument is classified as a Carbide Cutter, Taper (Cone) Round, conforming to ISO standard \u003cstrong\u003e500 104 194 006 008\u003c\/strong\u003e. Sold as a convenient pack of 6, it ensures continuity of workflow without frequent reordering. The \u003cstrong\u003ecarbide taper (cone) round dental bur\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered to exacting tolerances, providing smooth cutting action and extended service life compared to standard steel alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecarbide taper (cone) round dental bur\u003c\/strong\u003e is well-suited for the following dental laboratory applications:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable role=\"presentation\" style=\"border:0;border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;max-width:640px;margin:0 0 1em 0;background:transparent;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:6px 14px 6px 4px;text-align:center;vertical-align:middle;width:52px;background:transparent;line-height:0;font-size:0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/Crown_Bridge_Tech.png?v=1767131647\" alt=\"Crown and Bridge Technology\" width=\"34\" height=\"34\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;margin:0 auto;width:34px;height:34px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:6px 0;text-align:left;vertical-align:middle;background:transparent;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown and Bridge Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e — Shaping, trimming and finishing of crown and bridge frameworks in the laboratory.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:6px 14px 6px 4px;text-align:center;vertical-align:middle;width:52px;background:transparent;line-height:0;font-size:0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/Plastics_Tech.png?v=1767131648\" alt=\"Plastics Technology\" width=\"34\" height=\"34\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;margin:0 auto;width:34px;height:34px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:6px 0;text-align:left;vertical-align:middle;background:transparent;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlastics Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e — Shaping, trimming and finishing of acrylic dentures and appliances.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:6px 14px 6px 4px;text-align:center;vertical-align:middle;width:52px;background:transparent;line-height:0;font-size:0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/Model_Making.png?v=1767131647\" alt=\"Model Making\" width=\"34\" height=\"34\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;margin:0 auto;width:34px;height:34px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:6px 0;text-align:left;vertical-align:middle;background:transparent;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel Making\u003c\/strong\u003e — Trimming and detailing of plaster and stone models.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:6px 14px 6px 4px;text-align:center;vertical-align:middle;width:52px;background:transparent;line-height:0;font-size:0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/Model_Cast_Tech.png?v=1767131648\" alt=\"Model Casting Technique\" width=\"34\" height=\"34\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;margin:0 auto;width:34px;height:34px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:6px 0;text-align:left;vertical-align:middle;background:transparent;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel Casting Technique\u003c\/strong\u003e — Finishing and adjustment of cast metal frameworks.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Bur?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a \u003cstrong\u003ecarbide taper (cone) round dental bur\u003c\/strong\u003e, this instrument benefits from the superior hardness and wear resistance of tungsten carbide construction. The taper (cone) round geometry allows access to contoured surfaces and enables both gross reduction and fine detailing within a single instrument. Each bur in the pack is produced to the same exacting German manufacturing standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/MadeInGermanySmall.png?v=1775134964\" alt=\"Dental Instruments, Tools, Burs, Diamonds and Polishers Made In Germany\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the ISO classification for this bur?\u003c\/strong\u003e This product conforms to ISO classification 500 104 194 006 008.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many burs are included in each pack?\u003c\/strong\u003e Each pack contains 6 individual burs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat materials can this carbide taper (cone) round dental bur cut?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is suitable for use in model making, plastics, crown and bridge restorations, and model casting applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is this bur manufactured?\u003c\/strong\u003e This instrument is Made in Germany by Busch \u0026amp; Co. GmbH.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/bur-comparison-chart#b-23r-008-hp\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eCompare With\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 1em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;text-align:left;background:#f6f6f6;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;text-align:left;background:#f6f6f6;\"\u003eReference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eKomet (Gebr. Brasseler)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eH23R.104.008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eBrasseler USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eH23R.11.008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eMeisinger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 12px;\"\u003eHM23R-008-HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer literature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Busch catalogs and product brochures for this line are available in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/busch-burs-catalogs\"\u003eBusch Burs Catalog Library\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Busch \u0026 Co. GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50367842353438,"sku":"020787","price":40.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/23r-zt-base_9c29895e-4278-4ef2-b1d8-83d4e69642ac.png?v=1766500483"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/collections\/23r-zt-base_9c29895e-4278-4ef2-b1d8-83d4e69642ac.png?v=1789481697","url":"https:\/\/deutschedt.com\/collections\/us-1168-bur.oembed","provider":"Deutsche Dental Technologien","version":"1.0","type":"link"}