I Have a Bearing Number
Use the complete visible number, including prefixes, suffixes, spaces and symbols.
Dental Bearing Selection Resources
Dental Bearing Selection Guides
Use a structured selection process to compare bearing numbers, dimensions, materials, internal structure, handpiece applications and bearing positions before choosing a replacement.
Important: A number match or dimensional match does not automatically confirm interchangeability. Review the complete specification and exact application before ordering.
Selection Path Finder
Start with the Information You Have
I Know the Handpiece Model
Use the brand, exact model and turbine or cartridge version where available.
I Have Bearing Dimensions
Enter ID, OD and width, then compare complete structure and application data.
I Do Not Have Reliable Information
Submit photographs, visible markings, measurements and handpiece details.
Core Checklist
Dental Bearing Selection Checklist
Review all available evidence before moving from a possible match to a product decision.
Bearing NumberRecord the complete number, supplier SKU, OEM or alternative reference.
DimensionsConfirm ID, OD, width and any flange or special ring dimensions.
Ball MaterialIdentify ceramic or steel balls where reviewed information is available.
Ring MaterialReview the actual inner and outer ring materials.
CageConfirm cage material and configuration.
Shield or SealCheck whether the bearing is open, shielded, sealed or another configuration.
Handpiece ApplicationConfirm the brand, model, family and turbine or cartridge version.
Bearing PositionDetermine whether the requirement is front, rear or a reviewed set.
Selection Workflow
How to Select a Dental Handpiece Bearing
Collect the Reference
Record every visible number, SKU, OEM reference, packaging code or supplier reference.
Normalize the Number
Check spaces, hyphens, slashes, prefixes and suffixes before searching.
Measure the Bearing
Record ID, OD, width and special geometry using a suitable tool.
Review the Structure
Compare ball material, rings, cage, shield, seal and geometry.
Confirm the Application
Check the exact handpiece, turbine or cartridge version.
Confirm Position
Determine whether the requirement is front, rear or a matched set.
Review Status
Distinguish verified data from dimensional or confirmation-required records.
Open Product Data
Review the complete product specification and request confirmation where required.
Selection Methods
Choose the Correct Selection Method
Selecting a Dental Bearing by Number
A complete bearing number is often the fastest starting point, but the same base number may appear with different prefixes, suffixes, materials or structures.
- Original visible number
- Normalized number
- Prefix, base number and suffix
- Supplier SKU or OEM reference
- Alternative or historical number
Selecting a Dental Bearing by Dimensions
ID, OD and width can narrow the candidate list, but same-size bearings may use different materials, cages, shields, clearances or application-specific structures.
- Inner diameter
- Outer diameter
- Width
- Flange OD and width
- Extended ring or stepped geometry
- Measurement confidence
Nearby sizes should never be presented as exact replacements.
Selecting Bearings by Handpiece Model
The same handpiece model may have more than one turbine, cartridge or production version. The complete model and assembly version should be reviewed.
- Brand
- Exact model
- Product family
- Turbine or cartridge version
- Production revision
- Bearing position
Compare Bearing Materials and Structure
Compare the complete reviewed product configuration rather than assuming that similar external appearance means interchangeability.
- Ceramic balls or steel balls
- Stainless steel, bearing steel or other reviewed ring material
- Phenolic, polyamide, steel or other reviewed cage
- Open, shielded or sealed configuration
- Flange, extended ring, step, groove or shoulder
Front and Rear Dental Turbine Bearing Selection
Front and rear bearings are not automatically interchangeable, even when their external dimensions appear similar.
- Position in the turbine or cartridge
- Dimensions and structure
- Assembly or preload requirements
- Turbine version
- Reviewed product pairing
Compatibility Status
Understanding Dental Bearing Compatibility Status
Verified Application
The application has been reviewed for the listed brand, model and version.
Exact Number Match
The submitted number matches a reviewed reference record.
Exact Dimensional Match
The external dimensions match the entered measurements.
Version Confirmation Required
The model is known, but the turbine or cartridge version must still be confirmed.
Structure Confirmation Required
Dimensions or numbers match, but materials, cage, shield or geometry remain uncertain.
No Reviewed Match
No reviewed product or application record has been found.
An exact number or dimension match is not the same as a verified application match.
Avoid Errors
Common Dental Bearing Selection Mistakes
Using Only the OD
Different bearings can share the same outside diameter.
Ignoring Prefixes and Suffixes
Suffixes may identify different materials or structures.
Assuming One Model Has One Turbine
Production and cartridge versions may differ.
Treating Front and Rear as the Same
Bearing positions may require different products.
Rounding Measurements
Small dimensional differences can return the wrong family.
Ignoring Flange Geometry
Main ID, OD and width may not describe the complete bearing.
Selecting from Appearance
Internal structure cannot be confirmed visually.
Skipping the Product Specification
Review the complete materials, dimensions and application status first.
Featured Articles
Dental Bearing Selection Topics
Core Selection Guide
How to Select a Dental Handpiece Bearing
Follow a complete number, dimension, structure and application review.
Ordering Information
What Information Is Needed Before Ordering?
Collect the essential technical and application data before requesting price.
Compatibility Guide
Why Same-Size Bearings May Not Be Interchangeable
Compare cage, shield, materials, geometry and exact application.
Compatibility Review
How to Confirm Dental Bearing Compatibility
Understand number, dimension, model and verified application status.
Bearing Position
Front vs Rear Dental Turbine Bearings
Review bearing position and turbine version separately.
Bearing Sets
Bearing Sets vs Individual Bearings
Review whether the application requires one bearing or a reviewed pair.
Selection Methods
Choosing by Number, Model or Dimensions
Choose the strongest available starting point and know its limitations.
Replacement Checklist
Dental Bearing Replacement Checklist
Use a repeatable checklist before product confirmation and ordering.
Lookup Tools
Use the Dental Bearing Lookup Tools
Dental Bearing Cross Reference
Start here when you are not sure which lookup method to use.
Search by Bearing Number
Search a number, supplier SKU, OEM or alternative reference.
Search by Handpiece Model
Use the brand, exact model and turbine or cartridge version.
Dental Bearing Size Chart
Enter ID, OD and width to review dimensional candidates.
Still uncertain? Submit photographs, measurements and application details through the bearing identification page.
B2B Selection Support
Dental Bearing Selection Support for Repair Shops and Distributors
Submit bearing numbers, handpiece models, dimensions, current supplier references or inventory lists for structured technical and commercial review.
Product number mapping
Dimension comparison
Handpiece application review
Front and rear set review
Supplier replacement review
Bulk product selection
Practical Worksheets
Dental Bearing Selection Worksheets
Copy these fields into your own record or print this page. Record observed information and its source; leave unknown details blank. These worksheets organize information and do not certify compatibility.
Selection Checklist
| Field | Your record |
|---|---|
| Complete bearing marking / reference | |
| Source or supplier of the reference | |
| Measured dimensions and units | |
| Construction information and its source | |
| Handpiece model and assembly version | |
| Bearing position | |
| Unconfirmed points | |
| Requested quantity |
Measurement Worksheet
| Field | Your record |
|---|---|
| Part marking / sample identifier | |
| Measurement date and instrument | |
| Inner diameter (ID), unit and reading | |
| Outside diameter (OD), unit and reading | |
| Width and separately measured axial features | |
| Flange or ring-extension details | |
| Repeated readings / measurement uncertainty | |
| Photo or drawing reference |
Handpiece Model Template
| Field | Your record |
|---|---|
| Handpiece brand | |
| Exact model wording as marked | |
| REF / assembly or cartridge reference | |
| Version or serial information, if relevant | |
| Bearing position | |
| Visible bearing marking | |
| Supporting document / photo reference | |
| Details still requiring confirmation |
Distributor Mapping Template
| Field | Your record |
|---|---|
| Source supplier / namespace | |
| Original supplier reference | |
| Original description | |
| Known dimensions and source | |
| Candidate DENTORQUE reference, if reviewed | |
| Evidence for the proposed relationship | |
| Relationship status / unresolved differences | |
| Quantity and purchasing notes |
General Technical References
These manufacturer references explain general principles; they do not verify a DENTORQUE product or handpiece application. Use the exact equipment service documentation where applicable.
Questions or corrections: Contact DENTORQUE. Review the fitment evidence standard before treating a candidate as a confirmed replacement.
Common Questions
Dental Bearing Selection FAQ
Collect the available number, dimensions, structure and handpiece information. Compare the complete product specification and compatibility status before ordering.
A complete number is a strong starting point, but prefixes, suffixes, structure and exact application should still be reviewed.
Dimensions can narrow the possible products, but they do not confirm materials, cage, shield, internal geometry or handpiece application.
Not necessarily. A handpiece model may use different turbine, cartridge or production versions.
Not automatically. Front and rear positions may use different dimensions, structures or assembly configurations.
Compare materials, cage, shield, geometry, handpiece version and bearing position, or submit the information for technical review.
Need Help Selecting a Dental Bearing?
Start with the strongest available reference, compare the complete specification and request technical confirmation where the application remains uncertain.