Dentistry - Number coding system for rotary instruments - Part 5: Specific characteristics of root-canal instruments (ISO 6360-5:2007)

ISO 6360-5:2007 specifies the code numbers for specific characteristics of root-canal instruments. This three digit number appears in the locations 10 to 12 of the 15-digit overall number and forms the fourth group of three digits in the 15-digit overall number, the principles of which are explained in ISO 6360-1 and ISO 6360-2.

Zahnheilkunde - Nummernsystem für rotierende Instrumente - Teil 5: Besondere Eigenschaften von Wurzelkanalinstrumenten (ISO 6360-5:2007)

Dieser Teil von ISO 6360 legt Kennzahlen für besondere Eigenschaften von Wurzelkanal¬instrumenten fest. Diese dreistellige Nummer erscheint an den Stellen 10 bis 12 der 15-stelligen Gesamtnummer und bildet die vierte Gruppe mit drei Zahlen in der 15-stelligen Gesamtnummer, deren Grundsätze in ISO 6360-1 und ISO 6360 2 beschrieben werden.

Art dentaire - Systeme de codification numérique pour instruments rotatifs - Partie 5: Caractéristiques spécifiques des instruments pour canaux radiculaires (ISO 6360-5:2007)

L'ISO 6360-5:2007 spécifie les codes pour les caractéristiques spécifiques des instruments pour canaux radiculaires. Ce nombre à trois chiffres apparaît en position 10 à 12 de l'identifiant à 15 chiffres et constitue le quatrième groupe de trois chiffres de cet identifiant, dont les principes sont expliqués dans l'ISO 6360-1 et dans l'ISO 6360-2.

Zobozdravstvo - Sistem številčnega kodiranja vrtilnih instrumentov - 5. del: Posebne lastnosti instrumentov za zobni kanal (ISO 6360-5:2007)

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
18-Feb-2008
Technical Committee
VAZ - Healthcare
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
28-Jan-2008
Due Date
03-Apr-2008
Completion Date
19-Feb-2008

Overview

SIST EN ISO 6360-5:2008 is an international standard developed by ISO and adopted by CEN that defines the number coding system for specific characteristics of root-canal instruments used in dentistry. As Part 5 of the ISO 6360 series on rotary instruments, this document establishes a structured numeric code to classify key features of root-canal instruments, forming the fourth group of three digits (positions 10 to 12) in a comprehensive 15-digit coding system.

This standard supports consistency and clarity in dental instrument classification, facilitating clear communication between manufacturers, dental professionals, and suppliers worldwide. It helps streamline cataloging, ordering, and quality control of rotary root-canal instruments through a universally accepted coding framework.

Key Topics

  • Number Coding System Structure
    The coding system comprises five groups of three digits each, forming a 15-digit code:

    • Group 1 (digits 1-3): Material and coating of the working part
    • Group 2 (digits 4-6): Type of shank/handle and overall length
    • Group 3 (digits 7-9): Shape of the operative part
    • Group 4 (digits 10-12): Specific characteristics of root-canal instruments (focus of this standard)
    • Group 5 (digits 13-15): Nominal size of the working part
  • Specific Characteristics (Group 4 Details)

    • Digits 10 and 11 indicate the length of the operative part in millimeters-from tip to handle.
    • Digit 12 indicates the taper of the working part, expressed as a percentage of diameter increase per millimeter of length. The taper digit ranges from 0 to 9, where:
      • 0 = no taper or irregular shape/multiple tapers
      • 1-8 = taper percentages from 1% to 8%
      • 9 = taper greater than 8%, detailed by shape codes in ISO 6360-2
  • Extended System Integration
    The principles for the overall coding system are explained in ISO 6360-1 (general characteristics) and ISO 6360-2 (shapes), with this part (ISO 6360-5) dedicated specifically to characterizing root-canal instruments.

  • Standard Harmonization and Use
    SIST EN ISO 6360-5:2008 aligns with related standards such as ISO 3630-1 (root-canal instrument requirements) and ISO 1942 (dental vocabulary) to ensure terminological and technical consistency.

Applications

  • Dental Instrument Manufacturing
    Manufacturers utilize this coding system to classify and label rotary root-canal instruments accurately, supporting global market distribution and regulatory compliance.

  • Dental Trade and Cataloguing
    Distributors and dental suppliers adopt the code to standardize product catalogs and facilitate precise communication between different stakeholders.

  • Clinical Dentistry
    Dental practitioners benefit from standardized codes for selecting and referencing root-canal instruments matching specific clinical needs, improving treatment outcomes.

  • Quality Control and Regulatory Affairs
    The numeric coding aids in quality assurance processes and supports compliance with national and international regulatory frameworks.

Related Standards

  • ISO 6360-1:2004 – Dentistry: Number coding system for rotary instruments - General characteristics
  • ISO 6360-2:2004 – Dentistry: Number coding system for rotary instruments - Shapes
  • ISO 3630-1 – Dentistry: Root-canal instruments - General requirements and test methods
  • ISO 1942 – Dentistry vocabulary covering dental instrument terminology
  • ISO 1797 Parts 1 & 2 – Specifications on rotary instrument shanks made of metal and plastic

Summary

SIST EN ISO 6360-5:2008 plays a vital role within the dental industry by providing a precise, internationally harmonized coding system for specific characteristics of root-canal instruments. By standardizing the way these instruments are identified through a structured 15-digit number-particularly digit positions 10 through 12 describing length and taper-this standard enhances global communication, manufacturing, trade, and clinical applications in dentistry. It is an essential reference for dental instrument manufacturers, regulatory bodies, and clinicians focused on root-canal therapies.

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SIST EN ISO 6360-5:2008 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Dentistry - Number coding system for rotary instruments - Part 5: Specific characteristics of root-canal instruments (ISO 6360-5:2007)". This standard covers: ISO 6360-5:2007 specifies the code numbers for specific characteristics of root-canal instruments. This three digit number appears in the locations 10 to 12 of the 15-digit overall number and forms the fourth group of three digits in the 15-digit overall number, the principles of which are explained in ISO 6360-1 and ISO 6360-2.

ISO 6360-5:2007 specifies the code numbers for specific characteristics of root-canal instruments. This three digit number appears in the locations 10 to 12 of the 15-digit overall number and forms the fourth group of three digits in the 15-digit overall number, the principles of which are explained in ISO 6360-1 and ISO 6360-2.

SIST EN ISO 6360-5:2008 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 11.060.25 - Dental instruments; 35.040.99 - Other standards related to information coding. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

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Dentistry - Number coding system for rotary instruments - Part 5: Specific characteristics
of root-canal instruments (ISO 6360-5:2007)
Zahnheilkunde - Nummernsystem für rotierende Instrumente - Teil 5: Besondere
Eigenschaften von Wurzelkanalinstrumenten (ISO 6360-5:2007)
Art dentaire - Systeme de codification numérique pour instruments rotatifs - Partie 5:
Caractéristiques spécifiques des instruments pour canaux radiculaires (ISO 6360-
5:2007)
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ICS:
11.060.25 =RERWHKQLþQLLQVWUXPHQWL Dental instruments
35.040 Nabori znakov in kodiranje Character sets and
informacij information coding
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EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN ISO 6360-5
NORME EUROPÉENNE
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December 2007
ICS 11.060.25
English Version
Dentistry - Number coding system for rotary instruments - Part 5:
Specific characteristics of root-canal instruments (ISO 6360-
5:2007)
Art dentaire - Système de codification numérique pour Zahnheilkunde - Nummernsystem für rotierende
instruments rotatifs - Partie 5: Caractéristiques spécifiques Instrumente - Teil 5: Besondere Eigenschaften von
des instruments pour canaux radiculaires (ISO 6360- Wurzelkanalinstrumenten (ISO 6360-5:2007)
5:2007)
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Foreword
This document (EN ISO 6360-5:2007) 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
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Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 6360-5:2007 has been approved by CEN as a EN ISO 6360-5:2007 without any modification.

INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 6360-5
First edition
2007-12-01
Dentistry — Number coding system for
rotary instruments —
Part 5:
Specific characteristics of root-canal
instruments
Art dentaire — Système de codification numérique pour instruments
rotatifs —
Partie 5: Caractéristiques spécifiques des instruments pour canaux
radiculaires
Reference number
ISO 6360-5:2007(E)
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ISO 6360-5:2007(E)
Foreword
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ISO 6360-5 was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 106, Dentistry, Subcommittee SC 4, Dental
instruments.
ISO 6360 consists of the following parts, under the general title Dentistry — Number coding system for rotary
instruments:
⎯ Part 1: General characteristics
⎯ Part 2: Shapes
⎯ Part 3: Specific characteristics of burs and cutters
⎯ Part 4: Specific characteristics of diamond instruments
⎯ Part 5: Specific characteristics of root-canal instruments
⎯ Part 6: Specific characteristics of abrasive instruments
⎯ Part 7: Specific characteristics of mandrels and special instruments
ISO 6360-5:2007(E)
Introduction
This part of ISO 6360 is one of a series of International Standards relating to dental rotary instruments. A wide
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