Dentistry - Bore diameters for rotary instruments such as discs and wheels (ISO 10323:2013)

ISO 10323:2013 specifies bore diameters for rotary instruments such as metallic discs and metallic wheels used in dentistry in order to achieve interchangeability between discs and wheels and the mandrels with which the discs and wheels are operated in a dental handpiece.

Zahnheilkunde - Bohrungsdurchmesser für rotierende Instrumente wie Scheiben und Räder (ISO 10323:2013)

Diese Internationale Norm legt Bohrungsdurchmesser für rotierende Instrumente wie metallische Scheiben
und metallische Räder, die in der Zahnheilkunde verwendet werden, fest, um eine Austauschbarkeit zwischen
Scheiben und Räder und den Trägern, mit denen die Scheiben und Räder in einem dentalen Handstück
betrieben werden, sicherzustellen.

Médecine bucco-dentaire - Diamètres d'alésage des instruments rotatifs tels que disques et roues (ISO 10323:2013)

L'ISO 10323:2013 spécifie les diamètres d'alésage des instruments rotatifs tels que les disques métalliques et les roues métalliques utilisés en médecine bucco-dentaire, dans le but d'obtenir l'interchangeabilité entre les disques ou les roues et les mandrins avec lesquels ils sont mis en action dans une pièce à main dentaire.

Zobozdravstvo - Premeri diskov in koles za poliranje pri vrtilnih instrumentih (ISO 10323:2013)

Ta mednarodni standard določa premere kovinskih diskov in kovinskih koles za poliranje pri vrtilnih instrumentih, ki se uporabljajo v zobozdravstvu za doseganje zamenljivosti med diski in kolesi ter trni, s katerimi delujejo diski in kolesa v dentalnem ročnem pripomočku.

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
12-Feb-2013
Withdrawal Date
30-Aug-2013
Technical Committee
CEN/TC 55 - Dentistry
Drafting Committee
CEN/TC 55 - Dentistry
Current Stage
6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
Start Date
13-Feb-2013
Completion Date
13-Feb-2013

Relations

Effective Date
23-Jan-2010
Effective Date
28-Jan-2026
Effective Date
28-Jan-2026

Overview

EN ISO 10323:2013 is an international standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and adopted by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). This standard specifies the bore diameters for rotary dental instruments, primarily metallic discs and wheels. Its goal is to ensure interchangeability and compatibility between these rotary instruments and the mandrels used in dental handpieces.

By adhering to EN ISO 10323:2013, manufacturers and dental professionals can achieve standardized dimensions that facilitate smooth operation, reduce equipment mismatches, and enhance clinical efficiency. The standard also harmonizes bore diameters with other related ISO standards for dental rotary tools.

Key Topics

  • Scope and Purpose
    Defines bore diameters for rotary instruments to ensure compatibility with mandrels in dental handpieces. It covers metallic discs and wheels commonly used in dental polishing and rotary procedures.

  • Definitions

    • Disc: A cylindrical rotary instrument where the working thickness is less than 5% of its diameter.
    • Wheel: A cylindrical rotary instrument where the thickness ranges from 5% up to 100% of its diameter.
    • Bore Diameter: The inner diameter of the central opening of a disc or wheel, critical for mounting on the mandrel.
  • Standard Dimensions and Tolerances
    The standard sets nominal bore diameters with positive tolerances only, including:

    • 1.7 mm ±0.05 mm
    • 1.8 mm ±0.05 mm
    • 2.2 mm ±0.05 mm
    • 3.0 mm ±0.1 mm
    • 5.0 mm ±0.1 mm
      These precise dimensions promote interchangeability and secure fitting between rotary instruments and dental handpieces.
  • Testing Procedures
    Measures bore diameters using instruments standardized by ISO 8325, with measurement increments as fine as 0.01 mm, guaranteeing accuracy in manufacturing and quality control.

  • Harmonization with Related Standards
    EN ISO 10323:2013 aligns bore diameter specifications with other ISO standards such as:

    • ISO 7711-2 (Rotary Diamond Instruments)
    • ISO 13295 (Mandrels for Rotary Instruments)
    • ISO 14457 (Handpieces and Motors)
    • ISO 21671 (Rotary Polishers)

Applications

  • Dental Manufacturing
    Manufacturers of rotary dental instruments use EN ISO 10323:2013 to produce discs and wheels with uniform bore diameters. This consistency simplifies inventory management and ensures compatibility with a wide range of handpieces.

  • Clinical Dentistry
    Dental practitioners benefit from standardized rotary instruments that can be reliably mounted on mandrels, enhancing procedural efficiency and patient safety during polishing, cutting, or grinding tasks.

  • Equipment Maintenance and Procurement
    Dental clinics and laboratories can procure rotary instruments and accessories from multiple suppliers with confidence that components will interoperate seamlessly, minimizing downtime and operational costs.

  • Quality Assurance
    Dental product inspectors and quality control professionals apply the testing and measurement methods outlined to verify that bore diameters meet international standards and maintain product reliability.

Related Standards

  • ISO 7711-2: Dentistry - Rotary diamond instruments - Part 2: Discs
    Focuses on the specifications for diamond rotary discs employed in dental procedures.

  • ISO 13295: Dentistry - Mandrels for rotary instruments
    Specifies the dimensions and performance requirements for mandrels used to hold rotary discs and wheels.

  • ISO 14457: Dentistry - Handpieces and motors
    Defines standards for the design and performance of dental handpieces and accompanying motor devices.

  • ISO 21671: Dentistry - Rotary polishers
    Details requirements for rotary polishing instruments used in dental treatment and maintenance.


Adherence to EN ISO 10323:2013 ensures standardized bore diameters for dental rotary discs and wheels, promoting interoperability, safety, and improved clinical outcomes in the field of dentistry. For manufacturers, dental professionals, and regulatory bodies, this standard provides essential guidelines to unify product quality and compatibility across the industry.

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Frequently Asked Questions

EN ISO 10323:2013 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Dentistry - Bore diameters for rotary instruments such as discs and wheels (ISO 10323:2013)". This standard covers: ISO 10323:2013 specifies bore diameters for rotary instruments such as metallic discs and metallic wheels used in dentistry in order to achieve interchangeability between discs and wheels and the mandrels with which the discs and wheels are operated in a dental handpiece.

ISO 10323:2013 specifies bore diameters for rotary instruments such as metallic discs and metallic wheels used in dentistry in order to achieve interchangeability between discs and wheels and the mandrels with which the discs and wheels are operated in a dental handpiece.

EN ISO 10323:2013 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 11.060.20 - Dental equipment; 11.060.25 - Dental instruments. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN ISO 10323:2013 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN ISO 10323:1995, EN ISO 3657:2013, EN 1639:2009. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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Standards Content (Sample)


SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-maj-2013
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SIST EN ISO 10323:2000
Zobozdravstvo - Premeri diskov in koles za poliranje pri vrtilnih instrumentih (ISO
10323:2013)
Dentistry - Bore diameters for rotary instruments such as discs and wheels (ISO
10323:2013)
Zahnheilkunde - Bohrungsdurchmesser für rotierende Instrumente wie Scheiben und
Räder (ISO 10323:2013)
Médecine bucco-dentaire - Diamètres d'alésage des instruments rotatifs tels que disques
et roues (ISO 10323:2013)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 10323:2013
ICS:
11.060.25 =RERWHKQLþQLLQVWUXPHQWL Dental instruments
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN ISO 10323
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
February 2013
ICS 11.060.20 Supersedes EN ISO 10323:1995
English Version
Dentistry - Bore diameters for rotary instruments such as discs
and wheels (ISO 10323:2013)
Médecine bucco-dentaire - Diamètres d'alésage des Zahnheilkunde - Bohrungsdurchmesser für rotierende
instruments rotatifs tels que disques et roues (ISO Instrumente wie Scheiben und Räder (ISO 10323:2013)
10323:2013)
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 12 January 2013.

CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European
Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national
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Foreword .3

Foreword
This document (EN ISO 10323:2013) has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 106 "Dentistry" in
collaboration with Technical Committee CEN/TC 55 “Dentistry” the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical
text or by endorsement, at the latest by August 2013, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at
the latest by August 2013.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent
rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN ISO 10323:1995.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following
countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech
Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece,
Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,
Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 10323:2013 has been approved by CEN as EN ISO 10323:2013 without any modification.

INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 10323
Second edition
2013-02-01
Dentistry — Bore diameters for rotary
instruments such as discs and wheels
Médecine bucco-dentaire — Diamètres d’alésage des instruments
rotatifs tels que disques et roues
Reference number
ISO 10323:2013(E)
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ISO 2013
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