US No. 3SXM Busch Carbide Round Bur | Busch No. 1SXM 012 – SXM-Cut – HP | Pack of 2
The round carbide cutter rosehead bur from Busch & Co. GmbH is a precision-engineered rotary cutting tool designed for fast cutting with low vibration. Featuring a classic rosehead geometry and a slender neck profile, this carbide cutter delivers controlled material removal across a range of technical and dental applications. Each pack contains 2 burs, identified by a green ring for easy classification.
This is a US No. 3. See all 11 Busch versions — materials, shanks, cuts and packs — on our US No. 3 page.
Product Specifications
- Type: Carbide Cutter, Round, Rosehead
- Cut: SXM-Cut — Fast Cutting and Low Vibration
- Neck Design: Slender Neck
- Identification: Green Ring, Vergoldet
- Standard Classification: ISO 500 104 001 019 012
- US Number: No. 3SXM
- Pack Size: 2 burs per pack
- Shank: HP (Handpiece)
Applications
The round carbide cutter rosehead bur is suited for a variety of precision machining and dental laboratory tasks, including:
The SXM-Cut geometry of this round carbide cutter rosehead bur minimizes chatter and operator fatigue, making it well-suited for detailed, repetitive work in dental laboratories and technical workshops alike.
The round carbide cutter rosehead bur is well-suited for the following dental laboratory applications:
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Crown and Bridge Technology — Shaping, trimming and finishing of crown and bridge frameworks in the laboratory. |
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Plastics Technology — Shaping, trimming and finishing of acrylic dentures and appliances. |
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Model Making — Trimming and detailing of plaster and stone models. |
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Model Casting Technique — Finishing and adjustment of cast metal frameworks. |
Why Choose Busch?
Busch & Co. GmbH is a German manufacturer with a long-standing reputation for quality rotary instruments. This round carbide cutter rosehead bur is Made in Germany, reflecting stringent manufacturing standards and consistent dimensional accuracy across every production batch.
Podiatry Use
Busch's 1SXM 012 is a 1.2 mm round rosehead with fast, low-vibration SXM cut. In podiatry, the SXM line is used for gentle removal of corns and fungal nail, and Busch also lists it for drilling through gel or acrylic at the nail tip to fix piercings. Pack of two. See podiatry burs for nail-edge & fine work.
Instrument Dimensions
| Head Ø | 1.2 mm (ISO size 012) |
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| Shank | HP (Straight Handpiece) — 2.35 mm Ø, 44.5 mm overall length (ISO 104) |
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.
Busch Warranty & 60-Day Returns
This Busch instrument is guaranteed against manufacturing and workmanship defects — we'll repair or replace it under normal professional use. Unused, unopened product in its original packaging can also be returned or exchanged within 60 days of delivery. Full terms are on our Warranty page and Returns page.
FAQ
What does the green ring indicate?
The green ring is a color-coded identification marker that denotes the specific cut type and bur classification within the Busch range.
What is the ISO classification for this bur?
The ISO standard classification is 500 104 001 019 012.
Is this bur suitable for dental laboratory use?
Yes, it is designed for dental laboratory applications including crown and bridge work and model casting techniques.
What is the 1SXM 012 used for in podiatry?
Yes. Busch includes the 1SXM 012 (US No. 3SXM) in its podiatry range for gentle removal of corns and fungal nail and treatment of grypotic nails and periungual callus. Its HP shank is the standard 2.35 mm straight handpiece shank and fits podiatry handpieces.
Compare With
| Manufacturer | Reference |
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| NTI (podiatry) | H1S-010-HP / H1S-014-HP |
| Jota (podiatry) | C1.HP.012 |
| Edenta (podiatry) | H1S.104.010 / H1S.104.014 |
Podiatry numbers: see the Podiatry Bur Comparison Chart.
