Comparison Table for Air & Electric Handpiece Attachments
| Item | Attachment Type | Chuck Type | Application | Brand | Manufacturer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Midwest® E Plus Attachment – 6:1 FO, Endo Attachment | Head & Shank | Fiber Optic & Cooling Water Spray | Endodontic | Midwest® | Patterson Dental |
| 2. Ti-Max X Series Electric Attachment for Endodontic Application | Head | Ceramic | Endodontic | NSK | N/A |
| 3. Replacement Head Attachments, Star Titan | Head | Autochuck | N/A | Athena Champion | N/A |
| 4. Patterson® Low Speed E-Type Shanks – E4R Contra Angle | Shank | N/A | Hygiene | Patterson® | Patterson Dental Supply |
| 5. 67RIC Reduction Latch Head Attachment | Head | Manual | Surgical | Intra Lux | KAVO DENTAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC |
| 6. ProphyPen Attachment Pen | Shank | N/A | Hygiene, Restorative | Prophypen | ACTEON INC |
| 7. Straight Attachments – Use for Athena 20K Elite 4:1 Motor | Head & Shank | Latch | N/A | Athena Champion | Athena Champion |
| 8. NuTorque® Electric Attachments – Head and Shank | Head & Shank | N/A | N/A | NuTorque® | Patterson Dental |
| 9. INTRA LUX Attachment Heads – Blue, 1:1 – L80 Friction Grip Head | Head | N/A | N/A | INTRA LUX | KAVO DENTAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC |
| 10. ProMate™ Silicon Grips for Hygiene Handpiece | N/A | N/A | Hygiene | ProMate™ | PAC DENT INC |
Handpiece attachments are often referred to as the combined head and shaft unit that connects directly to the handpiece motor. Typically these attachments are referred to stratight, nose cone or contra angle which references that actual shape of the attachment. The handpiece shank attaches to the handpiece motor and the handpiece head attaches to the shank. If the attachment has an E-Type motor connection, it is compatible with any E-Type handpiece motor.
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1. Midwest® E Plus Attachment – 6:1 FO, Endo Attachment
Midwest® E Plus offers a smaller head for easier access, titanium shell for reduced weight and has ceramic head bearings (1:5) for improved durability. Available in 1:5, 1:1, 6:1 and 1:1 Straight configurations with fiber optics and cooling water spray.
- Designed for use on ISO standardized E-Type motors or the original Midwest E Control System
- Titanium sheath for approximately 10% lighter weight
- Quiet operation with or without water spray on ISO interface for all E-Type motors
- Single-piece titanium body resists chemical intrusion
- Stainless steel head and ceramic bearings in 1:5 provide extended durablility
- Improved chuck strength to resist bur welding
- New unique o-ring design is more resistant to high water pressure
2. Ti-Max X Series Electric Attachment for Endodontic Application
NSK’s Ti-Max X Series contra-angles feature the latest technology combined with elegant, yet ergonomic, design. Designed without compromise, paying attention to every last detail. Best possible access to the operating field and maximum visibility. Unrivalled reliablity and superior operator and patient comfort. Deliver powerful cutting when you need it most, enabling you to meet the clinical and aesthetic demands of your patients. Ti-Max X series contra-angles benefit from DURACOAT®, an innovative surface treatment to optimise durability and scratch resistance.
- Clean head system
- Ceramic bearings
- Quiet and no vibration
- Solid titanium body
3. Replacement Head Attachments, Star Titan
This Star Titan Replacement Head is a latch head that attaches to a Star Titan contra angle.
Attachment Type: Head
Autochuck Type: Latch
Chuck Type: Autochuck
Compatible Sterilization: Autoclave, Chemiclave
For Use With: Star Titan Contra Angle
Manufacturer Name: Athena Champion
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Shape: Contra Angle
Speed Type: Low Speed
4. Patterson® Low Speed E-Type Shanks – E4R Contra Angle
Patterson® low speed E-type E4R is a contra angle handpiece attachment.
- 4:1 speed reduction
- EX compatible attachment
- 6-month warranty
Application: Hygiene
Attachment Type: Shank
Brand: Patterson®
Color: Gray
Compatible Sterilization: Autoclave
For Use With: EX-103S Handpiece
Manufacturer Name: Patterson Dental Supply
Material: Stainless Steel Aluminum
5. 67RIC Reduction Latch Head Attachment
- Reduction 4:1
- For internally cooled burs
- Internal/external coolant
- Green dot
- Small head diameter
- Ideal to use with C 09 contra angle attachment
Application: Surgical
Attachment Type: Head
Brand: Intra Lux
Chuck Type: Manual
Manufacturer Name: KAVO DENTAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC
Maximum Speed: 5000 rpm
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Power Type: Electric
Shape: Contra Angle
Speed Ratio: 4:1
Speed Type: Low Speed
6. ProphyPen Attachment Pen
ProphyPen’s special design of the handpiece and the titantium nozzle keeps the water completely separate from the air power jet right up to the last second.
- The nozzle and handpiece can be disconnected
- Entirely autoclavable to keep the cross-contamination risk low
Application: Hygiene, Restorative
Attachment Type: Shank
Brand: Prophypen
Compatible Sterilization: Autoclave
Manufacturer Name: ACTEON INC
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Power Type: Air
7. Straight Attachments – Use for Athena 20K Elite 4:1 Motor
Athena Champion straight attachments are designed to fit all “E” type motors, Midwest Shortly, Rhino XP and Star Titan.
- Assembled with four ball bearings, stainless steel chuck and long life chucking mechanism
- Available in 1:1 and 4:1 reduction speed ranges
- Also available in several “E” motor systems
Attachment Type: Head & Shank
Autochuck Type: Latch
Chuck Type: Autochuck
Compatible Sterilization: Autoclave, Chemiclave
For Use With: 20K Elite Motors
Manufacturer Name: Athena Champion
Motor Connection Type: E-Type
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
8. NuTorque® Electric Attachments – Head and Shank
NuTorque® attachments for NuTorque® and NuTorque® Lite systems can be used for a variety of procedures from precision cutting to prophylaxis procedures.
- Lightweight, durable and corrosion-resistant titanium housing
- Exceptional balance to help reduce hand and wrist fatigue
- Quick, simple connections with 360° rotation
Application: Restorative
Attachment Type: Head & Shank
Brand: Nutorque
Chuck Type: Autochuck
Color: Blue
Compatible Sterilization: Autoclave
For Use With: NuTorque Lite
Light Type: Cellular Optic Glass Rod
Manufacturer Name: DENTALEZ
Material: Titanium
9. INTRA LUX Attachment Heads – Blue, 1:1 – L80 Friction Grip Head
INTRA LUX heads are part of the KaVo Master Series and used with GENTLEpower attachments.
- Transmission 1:1
- Blue dot
- Push button autochuck
- L68 replaces 68LU
- L80 replaces 80LD
- L52 used for mini latch burs (16 mm) and ideal for treatment in narrow areas or when treating children
10. ProMate™ Silicon Grips for Hygiene Handpiece
ProMate™ Silicon Grips are for use with the ProMate™ Hygiene Handpiece.
Brand: ProMate™
Color: Green
For Use With: ProMate™ Hygiene Handpiece
Manufacturer Name: PAC DENT INC
Material: Silicon
Package Quantity: 10/Pkg
