US No. 168 Busch Carbide Tapered Fissure (Cone) Bur | Busch No. 23 008 – HP | Pack of 6

The carbide taper (cone) flat cutter dental bur from Busch & Co. GmbH is a precision-engineered rotary instrument designed for demanding material removal and contouring applications. Manufactured in Germany, this cutter combines a taper (cone) flat geometry with premium carbide construction to deliver consistent, controlled cutting performance across a wide range of professional applications.

Product Details

This instrument is classified under ISO: 500 104 168 006 008 and is catalogued as item number 23 008 (US No. 168). It is supplied as a pack of 6, ensuring an efficient, ready-to-use supply for busy professional environments. The HP (handpiece) shank is compatible with standard straight handpiece connections.

Applications

The carbide taper (cone) flat cutter dental bur is well-suited for the following dental laboratory applications:

	Crown and Bridge Technology — Shaping, trimming and finishing of crown and bridge frameworks in the laboratory.
	Plastics Technology — Shaping, trimming and finishing of acrylic dentures and appliances.
	Model Making — Trimming and detailing of plaster and stone models.
	Model Casting Technique — Finishing and adjustment of cast metal frameworks.

Instrument Dimensions

Per ISO 6360, the size number is the maximum head diameter in tenths of a millimeter. See our Busch Bur Size Chart for the full size conversion table, shank codes, and color ring guide.

Why Choose This Carbide Cutter?

As a carbide taper (cone) flat cutter dental bur, this instrument offers a flat-ended taper (cone) profile that is particularly suited to creating defined flat surfaces, internal angles, and shoulder preparations. The carbide construction ensures long-lasting cutting efficiency compared to standard steel cutters.

Busch & Co. GmbH has a long-standing reputation for high-quality rotary instruments. Every carbide taper (cone) flat cutter dental bur in this range is made in Germany to exacting standards, reflecting decades of precision manufacturing expertise.

FAQ

What shank type does this bur use? This instrument features an HP (handpiece) shank, compatible with standard straight handpieces.

How many burs are included? Each order contains a pack of 6 individual carbide taper (cone) flat cutter dental bur units.

What is the ISO classification? The standard ISO classification for this instrument is 500 104 168 006 008.

Compare With

Manufacturer literature: Busch catalogs and product brochures for this line are available in our Busch Burs Catalog Library.