Busch Diamond Taper (Cone) Rounded Edge Bur | Busch No. 848KR 016 – Medium Grit – FG | Pack of 6
The diamond taper (cone) dental bur medium grit from Busch & Co. GmbH is a precision-engineered rotary instrument designed to meet the demanding standards of modern restorative and prosthodontic dentistry. Featuring a taper (cone) rounded edge geometry, this bur delivers controlled, efficient cutting performance across a range of clinical applications.
Product Specifications
- Shape: Taper (Cone) Rounded Edge
- Grit: Medium
- ISO Classification: 806 314 553 524 016
- Shank: FG (Friction Grip)
- Reference: 848KR 016
- Pack Quantity: 6 burs per pack
Applications
The diamond taper (cone) dental bur medium grit is particularly well suited for crown preparation procedures. The taper (cone) rounded edge profile allows the clinician to define margins with accuracy while managing axial wall reduction efficiently. Medium grit provides an optimal balance between material removal rate and surface finish quality.
The diamond taper (cone) dental bur medium grit is well-suited for the following clinical procedures:
| Crown Preparation — Reduction of tooth structure to create the margins and clearance required for a crown. |
Instrument Dimensions
| Head Ø | 1.6 mm (ISO size 016) |
|---|---|
| Shank | FG (Friction Grip) — 1.60 mm Ø, 19 mm overall length (ISO 314) |
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.
German Engineering Quality
Manufactured by Busch & Co. GmbH, this diamond taper (cone) dental bur medium grit reflects decades of expertise in precision dental instrument production. Each bur is made in Germany, ensuring consistent diamond particle distribution, reliable bond integrity, and batch-to-batch uniformity that clinicians depend on.

FAQ
What shank type does this bur use? This bur uses an FG (Friction Grip) shank, compatible with standard high-speed handpieces.
How many burs are included per pack? Each pack contains 6 individual burs.
Is this bur suitable for crown preparation? Yes. The taper (cone) rounded edge design and medium grit of this diamond taper (cone) dental bur medium grit make it well suited for crown preparation workflows.
Compare With
| Manufacturer | Reference |
|---|---|
| Komet (Gebr. Brasseler) | 848KR.314.016 |
| Brasseler USA | 848KR.31.016 |
| Meisinger | 848KR-016-FG |
| NTI (Kerr Rotary) | M848KR-016 |
Manufacturer literature: Busch catalogs and product brochures for this line are available in our Busch Burs Catalog Library.

