KaVo Laboratory Handpieces

Powerful handpieces for dental technology.

KaVo develops products that meet the highest demands, especially those of modern dental technology.

KaVo laboratory handpieces have been impressing dental technicians all over the world, ever since the well-known KaVo K9, thanks to their high performance and intelligent details. 

Their features make routine work in the dental laboratory easier, more convenient and more efficient. The powerful drives have set new standards in terms of torque, which is key to lab work: Thanks to their modern motor technology, they generate a 20% lower surface temperature than most dental technology handpieces, even if they are used continuously.

The KaVo laboratory handpieces: Performance and comfort raised to the power of three.

The perfect triad: No matter which dental task lies ahead, the right instrument is always on hand if you have the three KaVo laboratory drives. 

The KaVo laboratory handpieces span an entire performance spectrum that makes reliable dental precision possible.

KaVo K-Control TLC control unit.

Choose between table, knee or foot control.

The KaVo K-Control TLC control unit is the perfect partner for KaVo laboratory handpieces. There's an option to suit your space and working preferences: KaVo K-Control TLC control units come with foot, knee or table control. 

Automatic handpiece recognition makes light work of switching instruments – simply replace the desired handpiece and the new tool will automatically appear on the KaVo K- Control TLC colour display. 

Torque and speed are also already set. It couldn't be easier or faster.

Product information K-Control TLC

With KaVo, the optimal solution is always available – even when it comes to service.

All KaVo laboratory handpieces minimise the number of components required. This in turn minimises maintenance effort and helps assure you of simple, quick and cost-effective service. 

However, certain components of your KaVo dental handpiece may be subject to mechanical wear over the years, so we guarantee fast and cost-effective solutions with the KaVo after-sales service and the KaVo BOX – including professional handling and short maintenance times.

Technical Details

 

K-ERGOgrip

K-POWERgrip

K5plus

Speed1,000 - 50,000 rpm1,000 - 50,000 rpm1,000 - 35,000 rpm
Torque7 Ncmmax. 7 Ncmmax. 4,5 Ncm
 anti-clockwise operation up to 50.000 rpm no
limit in
counterclockwise direction limited to 5,000 rpmcounterclockwise direction limited to 5,000 rpm
Power160 Wattmax. 150 Wattmax. 85 Watt
Chuck systemRetention force min. 100 N
Chuck exchange without tools
Retention force min. 70 N
Chuck exchange without tools
Retention force min. 70 N  
Chuck exchange without tools
SpecialsErgonomic shape + Second handle sleeve  
New clamping system + Easy cleaning  
Lowest heating
Good haptics thanks to soft grip inlays 
Temperature increase when operating      Extra low + 5 Kvery low + 9 Klow+ 13 K
DimensionsL = 140 mm short
D = 28 - 38 mm oval for peeling handle
D = 11 mm stylus position
L = 165 mm
D = 25 - 29 mm oval for scraping grip
D = 14mm stylus position
L = 149 mm
D = 25 - 28 mm
peeling handle
D = 16mm stylus position
WeightDental handpiece 202 g
cable 107 g
Dental handpiece 250 g  
cable 105 g
Dental handpiece 216 g 
cable 103 g
Ergonomics

2K Softgrip stem

Two different replaceable ergonomic handles, optimal hand-arm angle

2K Softgrip stem

Lightweight and flexible handpiece cable

Lightweight and flexible handpiece cable
Easy to serviceLow number of parts
One-shaft system (only 2 screw connections for exchanging both ball bearings)
Dust deflector and patented sealing system

Low number of components One-shaft system (just 9 single parts)

Dust deflector

ControlConnectable to control units
K-Control TLC (knee, foot, table) or previous K-Control control units
Connectable to control units
K-Control TLC (knee, foot, table) or previous K-Control control units
Connectable to control units
K-Control TLC (knee, foot, table) or previous K-Control control units
Actuation of accessory deviceswith K-Control TLC via 12-V relay  

K-Control TLC

 
ModelKnee, foot, and table versions
Display4-colour display; easy recognition of selected programme (speed / torque)
Programmes4 programmes can be set (speed / torque); selectable and programmable through speed press-button
SpeedPre-selectable, to 30,000 rpm with safety limit / switch; option of switching to counterclockwise operation, limited to 5,000 rpm with some handpieces; K-ERGOgrip up to 50,000 rpm in counterclockwise operation as well
TorqueLimit can be set; for gentle processing of materials
Control of accessory devices such as suctionSpecial control line socket for suction SMARTair evo; relay output 12V for additional accessory devices
AssemblyOn KaVo standard suspension rail for knee version
HandpiecesK-ERGOgrip 
K-POWERgrip, K12, K11 
K-5plus, K5 
K9 (4930 / 960 / 970)

KaVo handpieces and control units acting together

K-Control TLC

K-Control

K4 control units

Type4955, 4956, 
4957
4960, 4965, 
4970
4974, 4964, 
4954
K-ERGOgrip 
4944
K-POWERgrip 
4941
K5plus 
4911
K4plus 
4912
K9 
4930/ 
970/960
SF 
4005
K12 
4940
K11 
4990
K5 
4910
K4 
4914

 

 

K4plus

K9

SF

Speed1,000 - 30,000 rpm in clockwise operation 
Anti-clockwise operation limited to 5,000 rpm
1,000 - 25,000 rpm in clockwise operation 
Anti-clockwise operation limited to 5,000 rpm
5,000 - 60,000 rpm in clockwise operation 
50.000/min mit K-Control und K-Control TLC 
Anti-clockwise operation limited to 5,000 rpm
Torque4 Ncm3,3 Ncm5,7 Ncm
Powermax. 85 Watt42 Wattmax. 125 Watt
Chucking systemRetention force min. 70 N
changing the chuck with tools
Retention force min. 70 N
changing the chuck with tools
Retention force depends on tightening of the screw-type chuck
Temperature increase on loadLowLowLow
DimensionsL = 149 mm 
D = 25 - 28 mm peeling handle
D = 16 mm grip
L = 149 mm 
D = 27 - 32 mm peeling handle
D = 16 mm grip
L = 175 mm 
D = bis 33,5 mm peeling handle
D = 16 mm grip
WeightHandpiece 216 g Cabel 103 gHandpiece 230 g Cabel 190 gHandpiece 350 g Cabel 190 g
Ease and conveniencelightweight and flexible handpiece cable  
Easy to serviceSmall number of components One-shaft system (just 9 single components) anti-soiling capAnti-soiling cap 
ControlCan be connected to control unit K4 only
(no longer available)
Can be connected to K-Control TLC control units with knee, foot and table versions (and earlier K-Control knee, foot, table)Can be connected to control unit K-Control (no longer available)