Busch Diamond Torpedo Bur | Busch No. 878EF 012 – Extra Fine Grit, Yellow Ring – FG | Pack of 2

The diamond torpedo extra fine dental bur from Busch & Co. GmbH delivers exceptional precision for detailed restorative and prosthodontic procedures. Engineered in Germany to the highest manufacturing standards, this instrument is designed for clinicians who demand consistency, accuracy, and reliable performance at every stage of treatment.

Product Overview

This diamond torpedo extra fine dental bur features a torpedo (tapered fissure) shape combined with an extra fine grit diamond coating, identified by the yellow ring color coding. It is supplied as a convenient pack of two, ensuring you always have a backup instrument ready for uninterrupted workflow.

• Shape: Torpedo
• Grit: Extra Fine
• Ring Color: Yellow
• ISO Classification: 806 314 289 504 012
• Pack Quantity: 2
• Origin: Made in Germany

Applications

The diamond torpedo extra fine dental bur is particularly well suited for crown preparation, where controlled material removal and smooth surface finishing are critical. The extra fine grit allows the clinician to refine margins, smooth axial walls, and achieve the surface quality required for accurate impression-taking and optimal restoration fit.

The diamond torpedo extra fine dental bur is well-suited for the following clinical procedures:

	Crown Preparation — Reduction of tooth structure to create the margins and clearance required for a crown.
	Filling Treatment — Contouring, finishing and polishing of amalgam and composite restorations.

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.

ISO Standard

This instrument is classified under ISO standard 806 314 289 504 012, ensuring compatibility and consistency with globally recognized dental instrumentation specifications.

FAQ

What does the yellow ring indicate? The yellow ring color code denotes an extra fine grit diamond coating, used for finishing and fine surface refinement.

How many burs are included? Each pack contains two diamond torpedo extra fine dental bur instruments.

What is the primary clinical use? Crown preparation is the primary indicated application for this bur, though it is also effective for margin finishing and surface smoothing procedures.

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