Busch Diamond Football (Egg) Bur | Busch No. 368EF 016 – Extra Fine Grit, Yellow Ring – FG | Pack of 2
The diamond football (egg) extra fine dental bur from Busch & Co. GmbH is a precision-engineered rotary instrument designed to meet the demanding standards of modern restorative and prosthetic dentistry. With its egg-shaped geometry and extra-fine grit, this bur delivers controlled, smooth material removal with minimal surface roughness — ideal for finishing and detail work requiring exceptional accuracy.
Product Specifications
- Shape: Football (Egg) (368EF)
- Grit: Extra Fine — Yellow Ring
- Head Size: 016
- Shank Type: FG (Friction Grip)
- ISO Classification: 806 314 257 504 016
- Pack Contents: 2 burs per pack
- Origin: Made in Germany
Clinical Applications
The diamond football (egg) extra fine dental bur is well-suited for the following clinical procedures:
- Filling Treatment — Precise contouring and finishing of restorative materials
- Crown Preparation — Controlled reduction and refinement of tooth structure for accurate crown seating
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.
Why Choose This Bur?
Manufactured in Germany by Busch & Co. GmbH, this diamond football (egg) extra fine dental bur reflects decades of engineering expertise. The extra-fine diamond grit, indicated by the yellow color-coding ring, ensures a smooth cutting action that reduces trauma to surrounding tissue and produces high-quality surface finishes on both natural tooth structure and restorative materials.
Whether you are refining a composite restoration or performing detailed crown preparation, the diamond football (egg) extra fine dental bur provides the consistency and tactile feedback clinicians rely on for reliable, repeatable results. German manufacturing standards ensure dimensional accuracy and long-lasting diamond retention throughout clinical use.

FAQ
What does the yellow ring indicate? The yellow color-coding ring denotes extra-fine grit, following the standard ISO diamond instrument color-coding system.
What shank type is this bur? This bur features an FG (Friction Grip) shank, compatible with standard high-speed handpieces.
How many burs are included? Each pack contains 2 burs.
What is the ISO classification? The ISO classification for this instrument is 806 314 257 504 016.
Compare With
| Manufacturer | Reference |
|---|---|
| Komet (Gebr. Brasseler) | 368EF.314.016 |
| Brasseler USA | 368EF.31.016 |
| Meisinger | 368EF-016-FG |
| NTI (Kerr Rotary) | SF368EF-016 |
| Alpen (Coltène) | 60031753 |
| Edenta | C368.314.016 |
| Horico | FG 257 F 016 |
Manufacturer literature: Busch catalogs and product brochures for this line are available in our Busch Burs Catalog Library.

