Comparison Table for Air & Electric Handpiece Sets & Kits
| Item | Features | Application | Manufacturer | Power Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultimate XL Series 120V Low Speed Handpiece Kits | – Ergonomic design to reduce hand fatigue<br>- 180° vector control system for ripple-free rotation<br>- Powerful torque across entire speed range<br>- Easy-to-hold handpiece for precision | Extended dental procedures | N/A | Electric |
| Patterson® EX 103S E-Type Low Speed Air Starter Kit | – Easy installation with snap-quick attachment<br>- Twist type bur installation/removal<br>- Less vibration and quiet operation<br>- Strong power at low speed | Hygiene | Patterson Dental Supply | Air |
| Restorative High Speed Air Bundles – Basic – Mini | – Contains 3 Prestige LED handpieces and 1 coupler<br>- Suitable for restorative procedures | Restorative procedures | BIEN AIR USA INC. | Air |
| Rotex Electric Micro Motor 782 Compact Electric Handpiece Unit | – Ball bearing high torque electric motor<br>- 1,000 to 35,000 rpm variable speed<br>- Double insulation heavy duty construction<br>- Automatic cooling fan for continuous high speed performance | Grinding, polishing, milling | Dentamerica | Electric |
| MicroLab 350/450 Straight Nose Cone Handpiece Set | – High impact plastic enclosure<br>- Large rocker panel power switch<br>- Forward/reverse direction<br>- Hand/foot selection<br>- Multi-chuck feature for easy collet changes | Laboratory | RAM PRODUCTS, INC. | Electric |
| NUPRO Freedom™ Cordless Prophy System | – Cordless prophy system with SmartMode™ Technology, Quieter than traditional air-driven hygiene or low speed handpieces, More powerful, Versatile; compatible with a wide range of NUPRO Freedom™ disposable prophy angles | Prophylaxis | N/A | Cordless |
| PROPHYflex™ 4 Air Handpiece Set – Wave | – Portable and easy to use cleaning system, Ideal for supragingival and subgingival applications, Slim shape for clearer view of treatment area, 1-year warranty | Supragingival and subgingival cleaning | N/A | Air |
| Surgic Pro 120 V Micromotor Set – NON-OPT, Non-Optic Set | – Powerful precision and intuitive operation, Autoclavable, thermo-disinfectable, and maintenance-free brushless design | Oral surgery and implant procedures | N/A | Electric |
| MCX-LED Motor System | Restorative | BIEN AIR USA INC. | Electric | |
| MegaTorque Electric Lab Handpiece Deluxe Set with Variable Speed Foot Pedal | – Auto-cruise button maintains speed after letting up on foot pedal High-torque and quiet with a twist-style chuck to easily exchange out burs | Laboratory | Electric |
Handpiece sets and kits typically contain a combination of handpiece units and/or handpiece components.
Top 10 Dental Air & Electric Handpieces
1. Ultimate XL Series 120V Low Speed Handpiece Kits
Ultimate XL Series 120V Low Speed Handpiece Kits feature handpieces designed with ergonomics and functionality in mind to reduce hand fatigue and allow smoother operation when working on even the most delicate procedures for extended periods.
- Ripple-free, smooth rotation with 180° vector control system
- Powerful and stable torque across the entire speed range
- Easy-to-hold handpiece ensures precision
- Lightweight, compact body improves balance
- Unique, dust-proof mechanism prevents contamination for higher durability
- Minimal vibration and noise from hermetically shielded micromotor unit
- Approximately 30% increased chuck strength enables work on a wider variety of materials
Top 10 Dental Handpiece Air Motors & Electric Motors
2. Patterson® EX 103S E-Type Low Speed Air Starter Kit
This is a starter kit for E-type low speed systems. Less vibration, quiet operation and strong power at low speed.
- Each attachment can be easily installed with a snap-quick onto the air motor
- Light twist type bur installation/removal
Application: Hygiene
Brand: Patterson®
Contains: 1 NAC-Y latch contra angle head, 1 EC contra angle sheath, 1 EX-6 straight nose cone and 1 EX-103 air motor
Manufacturer Name: Patterson Dental Supply
Number of Pieces: 4
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Power Type: Air
Speed Type: Low Speed
3. Restorative High Speed Air Bundles – Basic – Mini
Bien Air Restorative High Speed Air Bundles contain at least 1 air handpiece and a coupler that can be used for restorative procedures.
Contains: 3 Prestige LED handpieces and 1 (6-pin) coupler
Manufacturer Name: BIEN AIR USA INC.
Number of Pieces: 4
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Power Type: Air
Speed Type: High Speed
4. Rotex Electric Micro Motor 782 Compact Electric Handpiece Unit
Rotex 782 Electric Micro Motor from Dentamerica
- Ball bearing high torque electric motor
- 1,000 to 35,000 rpm variable speed
- Double insulation heavy duty construction
- Automatic cooling fan for continuous high speed performance
- Forward/reverse switch
- Circuit overload protection
- Application for grinding, polishing, milling of precious metals, ceramics, acrylics and steel
5. MicroLab 350/450 Straight Nose Cone Handpiece Set
- Quality and affordability in one micromotor
- High impact plastic enclosure
- Large rocker panel power switch
- Forward/reverse direction
- Hand/foot selection
- Multi-chuck feature makes collets easy to change
Application: Laboratory
Manufacturer Name: RAM PRODUCTS, INC.
Motor Connection Type: E-Type
Power Type: Electric
Shape: Contra Angle
6. NUPRO Freedom™ Cordless Prophy System
The NUPRO Freedom™ Cordless prophy system removes the need for foot pedals and cords, which can be cumbersome and get in the way of the clinician. This system operates using SmartMode™ Technology, giving the dental professional the ability to control the speed/power of the prophy cup by simply pressing it against a tooth.
- Quieter than traditional air-driven hygiene or low speed handpieces, creates a more comfortable experience for the patient and clinician alike
- More powerful
- Versatile; compatible with a wide range of NUPRO Freedom™ disposable prophy angles including slim DPAs (Disposable Prophy Angles)
- Long battery life
- Quickly recharges in 15 minutes
7. PROPHYflex™ 4 Air Handpiece Set – Wave
PROPHYflex™ 4 Air Handpiece Set is a portable, effective and easy to use cleaning system. Simply connect the handpiece to the MULTIflex™ coupler for a quick disconnect and optimal portability.
- Ideal for supragingival and subgingival applications; it can be used on any teeth, any patient and almost all indications
- All-in-one handheld device
- Slim shape of the cannula area provides clearer view of the treatment
- 1-year warranty
8. Surgic Pro 120 V Micromotor Set – NON-OPT, Non-Optic Set
The Surgic Pro is an oral surgery and implant micromotor system that specialist clinicians can feel comfortable and confident relying on for their various needs.
- Offers powerful precision and intuitive operation for fine procedures
- Autoclavable, thermo-disinfectable and maintenance-free brushless design
- Optic and non-optic options
- Shorter and lighter than other optic surgical micromotors
- High torque accuracy
- 1-year warranty
9. MCX-LED Motor System
MCX-LED Motor System is used for restorative procedures.
Application: Restorative
Contains: 1 MCX LED micromotor, 1 DMCX electronic control board, 1 hose for MCX LED micromotor and 1 transformer
Manufacturer Name: BIEN AIR USA INC.
Number of Pieces: 4
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Power Type: Electric
Speed Type: Low Speed
10. MegaTorque Electric Lab Handpiece Deluxe Set with Variable Speed Foot Pedal
MegaTorque Electric Lab Handpiece Deluxe Set with Variable Speed Foot Pedal includes a high quality, modern control box with digital speed control dial and read-out.
- Auto-cruise button maintains speed after letting up on foot pedal
- High-torque and quiet with a twist-style chuck to easily exchange out burs
- Back cord cap removes easily for quick in-office replacement of motor brushes
- 1-year limited warranty on control box; 6-month limited warranty on handpiece and foot control
