{"title":"US No. 242 Bur – Busch Finishing Flame Carbide, Made in Germany","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eUS No. 242\u003c\/strong\u003e is the American number for a flame finishing bur with a 1 mm head (ISO size 010): a slender flame-shaped finishing head that reaches interproximal and gingival margins. Busch \u0026amp; Co. manufactures it in Germany as \u003cstrong\u003eBusch No. 48 010\u003c\/strong\u003e. Every US No. 242 on this page is a genuine Busch instrument and ships from our US warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhich US No. 242 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-flame-finishing-bur-busch-48-010-fg-pack-of-2\"\u003e242\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e48 010\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;\"\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eHigh-speed handpiece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;\"\u003eFG (friction grip, 1.6 mm shank, high-speed 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. 242\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnterior composite finishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e contouring and smoothing facial and lingual surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterproximal and gingival margins:\u003c\/strong\u003e the pointed flame reaches embrasures and finish lines other shapes cannot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown margin finishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e refining chamfer and knife-edge finish lines before impressions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 1 mm the No. 242 is a fine flame for detailed margin work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpeed and Technique\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLight pressure with water spray in the high-speed handpiece; work along the margin rather than across it. 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 242 bur?\u003c\/strong\u003e Busch No. 48 010 in carbide (FG).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is a No. 242 bur?\u003c\/strong\u003e The No. 242 has a 1 mm head diameter (ISO size 010) on a flame finishing bur head, multi-bladed flame finishing head.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Busch No. 242 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\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"carbide-flame-finishing-bur-busch-48-010-fg-pack-of-2","title":"US No. 242 Busch Carbide Finishing Flame Bur | Busch No. 48 010 – FG | Pack of 2","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecarbide flame finishing bur\u003c\/strong\u003e from Busch \u0026amp; Co. GmbH is a precision-engineered rotary instrument designed for controlled, refined finishing work in dental restorative procedures. Built to exacting German manufacturing standards, this bur delivers consistent performance and reliable results in clinical environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbide, Flame, Finishing Bur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISO Classification:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 314 243 072 010\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank:\u003c\/strong\u003e FG (Friction Grip)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pack of 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecarbide flame finishing bur\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideally suited for filling treatment procedures, where smooth, accurate contouring and finishing of restorative materials are essential. Its flame-shaped head geometry allows precise access to cavity margins and interproximal areas, enabling clinicians to achieve well-defined, polished restorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether refining composite or amalgam restorations, this \u003cstrong\u003ecarbide flame finishing bur\u003c\/strong\u003e provides the control and cutting efficiency required for high-quality clinical outcomes. The finishing-grade carbide flute design minimizes surface roughness, reducing the need for additional polishing steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufactured in Germany, this instrument reflects Busch \u0026amp; Co. GmbH's longstanding commitment to precision and quality. Each \u003cstrong\u003ecarbide flame finishing bur\u003c\/strong\u003e is produced under strict quality controls, ensuring dimensional accuracy and consistent cutting performance across every use.\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 this bur used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e This bur is designed for filling treatment and finishing applications in restorative dentistry, allowing precise contouring of restorative materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat shank type does this bur use?\u003c\/strong\u003e This bur features an FG (Friction Grip) shank, compatible with standard high-speed handpieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many burs are included?\u003c\/strong\u003e Each pack contains 2 burs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/bur-comparison-chart#b-48-010-fg\" 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;\"\u003eH48.314.010\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;\"\u003eH48.31.010\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;\"\u003eHM48-010-FG\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":50367868633374,"sku":"022060","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/files\/48-base_77d4d581-6574-490c-bb9b-390cd176d1a3.png?v=1766502701"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/1318\/5566\/collections\/48-base_77d4d581-6574-490c-bb9b-390cd176d1a3.png?v=1789481599","url":"https:\/\/deutschedt.com\/collections\/us-242-bur.oembed","provider":"Deutsche Dental Technologien","version":"1.0","type":"link"}