Busch Steel Cylinder Cutter | Busch No. 72 050 – HP | Pack of 6
The steel cylinder cutter bur for acrylics and plaster from Busch & Co. GmbH is a precision-engineered rotary cutting instrument designed for controlled material removal in demanding technical applications. Built from high-quality steel in a cylinder round form factor, this cutter delivers consistent, repeatable results across a range of materials.
Product Specifications
- Material: Steel
- Shape: Cylinder Round
- ISO Classification: 310 104 155 171 050
- Pack Quantity: 6 units
Applications
The steel cylinder cutter bur for acrylics and plaster is well-suited for the following dental laboratory applications:
| Plastics Technology — Shaping, trimming and finishing of acrylic dentures and appliances. | |
| Model Making — Trimming and detailing of plaster and stone models. |
Instrument Dimensions
| Head Ø | 5.0 mm (ISO size 050) |
|---|---|
| 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.
Why Choose This Cutter
As a steel cylinder cutter bur for acrylics and plaster, the 72 050 HP is manufactured in Germany to exacting standards, ensuring longevity and dimensional accuracy. The cylinder geometry provides uniform side-wall contact, making it a preferred choice for technicians who require predictable cutting behaviour and a clean surface finish.
Supplied in a pack of six, this instrument offers excellent value for professional workshops and laboratories with high throughput demands. Choosing a steel cylinder cutter bur for acrylics and plaster of this classification ensures compatibility with standard HP handpiece systems.

FAQ
What handpieces are compatible with this instrument? It has an HP (2.35 mm straight) shank, which fits standard laboratory and slow-speed straight handpieces.
How many are included per pack? Each pack contains 6 cutters.
Where is this instrument made? It is manufactured by Busch & Co. in Engelskirchen, Germany, an ISO 13485-certified specialist in rotary precision instruments since 1905.

