US No. 6SXM Busch Carbide Round Bur | Busch No. 1SXM 018 – SXM-Cut – RA-L | Pack of 2
The round carbide dental bur SXM cut from Busch & Co. GmbH is engineered for precise, efficient cavity and fissure preparation in demanding clinical environments. Designed with a rosehead geometry and fast-cutting carbide construction, this instrument delivers controlled material removal while minimizing operator fatigue through its low-vibration performance.
This is a US No. 6. See all 12 Busch versions — materials, shanks, cuts and packs — on our US No. 6 page.
Key Features
- Material: Carbide construction for long-lasting sharpness and durability
- Head Shape: Round (Rosehead) for precise cavity and fissure access
- Cut Type: SXM-Cut — fast cutting with low vibration for enhanced clinical comfort
- Neck Design: Slender neck with gold-plated finish for easy identification and refined access
- Identification Ring: Green ring for quick chairside instrument selection
- Shank: RA-L (Right Angle, Long) shank for compatibility with standard contra-angle handpieces
- Pack Quantity: Supplied as a pack of 2
Standard Classification
This round carbide dental bur SXM cut is classified under ISO standard: 500 205 001 019 018. The US designation is No. 6SXM, and the catalog reference is 1SXM 018.
Applications
The round carbide dental bur SXM cut is well-suited for the following clinical procedures:
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Cavity/Fissure Preparation — Opening, extending and shaping cavities and fissures with controlled removal of enamel and dentin. |
German Precision Engineering
Manufactured to the exacting standards established by Busch & Co. GmbH, this instrument reflects a tradition of German craftsmanship in dental technology.
Instrument Dimensions
| Head Ø | 1.8 mm (ISO size 018) |
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| Shank | RA / CA (Contra-Angle, latch) — 2.35 mm Ø, 22 mm overall length (ISO 204) |
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 shank type does this bur use?
This bur features an RA-L (Right Angle, Long) shank, compatible with standard contra-angle handpieces.
What does the green ring indicate?
The green identification ring allows for quick visual selection of the correct instrument at chairside.
How many burs are included?
Each pack contains 2 burs of the round carbide dental bur SXM cut designation.
