Floats, Float Blades and S-Files
Products in this section: Basic Dental Floats, Uses of Basic Floats, Floats for Smaller Horses, Blades for Floats,"MS" Traditional Float Handles and Blades, The Edge™ Floats and Blades, Thomsen’s Universal Float, Roll-up Float Case, "S" Files. (Left click on the product name or scroll down for further information.)
Harlton's Dental Floats
- Available in Standard and Premium qualities.
- Your choice of screw-on replaceable handles - traditional hard maple or black neoprene for an additional $20.
- Premium version features one-piece construction and higher polish.
- Available in Regular lengths (18-1/2" overall) and Draft Horse Length (20-1/2").
- American made and crafted in polished extra-strong #7 gauge - stainless steel .
- Comfortable rasp handle enables the blade to cut on forward strokes for optimum floating efficiency.1
- Large 3/8" Allen-head set screws.
- Flat shaft so that, without looking, you know the floats relative angle on the dental arcade.
- Blades sold separately.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Lower Offset, Long - Standard | #03120 | $110.00 |
| Upper/Lower, Straight-Long - Standard | #03110 | 110.00 |
| Upper Obtuse, Short - Standard | #03130 | 110.00 |
| Lower Offset, Long - Draft - Standard | #03120L | 115.00 |
| Upper/Lower, Straight-Long - Draft - Standard | #03110L | 115.00 |
| Lower Offset, Long - Premium | #03220 | 165.00 |
| Upper/Lower, Straight-Long - Premium | #03210 | 165.00 |
| Upper Obtuse, Short - Premium | #03230 | 165.00 |
These floats can be used with solid carbide blades, carbide chip
blades
or with traditional steel rasp blades.
Uses of Basic Floats
The Lower-Offset, Long Float is used in a pushing motion to
remove points along the entire lower arcade. It is often bowed
slightly by the user to provide greater floating pressure using the
upper incisors for leverage. It can also be used to round-off the
second premolar.
The Upper/Lower, Straight- Long Float is used in a
pulling motion to remove points from both the upper and lower rear
molars without damaging the mucosa. It, too, is often bowed slightly
by the user to afford better leverage.
The Upper Obtuse, Short Float
is used to remove points on the forward upper molars, to shape the
second premolar and to remove small rostal hooks. It is also used
for finishing.
Harlton's Low Profile Floats
Harlton's Low Profile Floats are used to remove caudal hooks and for finishing upper and lower rear molars with a pull stroke. They include a Medium cutting pattern, specially-sized, solid tungsten carbide blade that can be resharpened or replaced. Additional blades and grit patterns available. We offer two versions; standard and pistol grip.
The standard rasp grip float is 21" long overall and offers a choice of handles - traditional hard maple or black neoprene for an additional $20.00.
The pistol grip float is 19" long overall and has a foam pistol grip handle.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Harlton's Standard Low Profile Float | #03170 | $171.00 |
| Harlton's Pistol Grip Low Profile Float | #03334 | 203.00 |
Harlton's Floats For Smaller Horses
These Small Floats are scaled-down versions of our regular sized Standard Floats for use in the tight confines of the smaller mouths of young and miniature horses. The three available styles are: Lower Offset, Long (15-1/4"), Upper/Lower, Straight Long (15-1/4") and Upper/Obtuse Short (12-3/4").
These floats have a lower and narrower profile that is much easier and safer to use. They are as strong as our regular floats; just lighter and more compact. The handles are the same size but the shanks are proportionately shorter. They also have an integral, specially sized, solid tungsten carbide blade with a Medium cutting pattern which can be resharpened or replaced. A Fine blade for finishing is also available.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Lower Offset, Long - Smaller | #03320B | $171.00 |
| Upper/Lower, Straight-Long - Smaller | #03310B | 171.00 |
| Upper Obtuse, Short - Smaller | #03330B | 171.00 |
Blades for Harlton's Floats
Harlton's Premium Solid Carbide Float Blades
These blades are extremely sharp and can be resharpened four or more times. They are made from a solid piece of tungsten carbide that has had file teeth machined into and then been affixed to a stainless steel holder to reinforce it.
These USA made Standard, full size (3") blades are available in three patterns "M" (Medium), "C" (Coarse) and "XC" (Extra-Coarse). They fit the standard 3" x 1" blade holders with Allen Head set screws.
Also available are replacement blades for our Small and Low Profile Floats. They come complete with double-sided tape to attach them to the float. These blades have either the same Medium cutting pattern as our full-size blade or a Fine cutting pattern for finishing work. Like our full-sized blades they can be resharpened.
Blade Uses - The Fine blade is for finishing. The Medium blade, because it has less cutting depth, is easier to maneuver in the mouth. It works best in mouths that require only minimal maintenance. The Coarse blade is used for removing points, reducing waves and for flattening small hooks. It is best used in mouths that have had only minimal maintenance. The Extra-Coarse blade is for reducing waves and for use when a tooth is too difficult to cut. All patterns cut in only one direction. Therefore, like conventional rasps, they function best when used in a pushing motion.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| "F" Fine Blade for Miniature/Low Profile Floats (2") | #03570 | $86.00 |
| "M" Medium Blade Standard Length (3") | #03550 | 94.00 |
| "M" Medium Blade for Miniature/Low Profile Float (2") | #03580 | 86.00 |
| "C" Coarse Blade Standard Length (3") | #03552 | 94.00 |
| "XC" Extra Coarse Blade Standard Length (3") | #03554 | 94.00 |
Tungsten Carbide Chip Blades
Single-sided and U.S. manufactured. These blades are made of a premium grade of tungsten carbide chips which are bonded to the blade's base using a process which exposes the sharpest points. Full size blades (3") available in three grits.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Fine Tungsten Carbide Chip Blade | #03510 | $18.00 |
| Medium (Regular) Tungsten Carbide Chip Blade | #03512 | 18.00 |
| Coarse Tungsten Carbide Chip Blade | #03514 | 18.00 |
"MS" Traditional Float Handles
"MS" is an Australian firm that manufactures quality equine dental equipment. Harlton's Equine Specialties is proud to be their distributor in the United States.
- Crafted in Australia of high quality stainless steel.
- Use an Australian standard 3-1/4" or 2" size blade.
- Blade holder accepts standard float blades with solid backing plates from all manufacturers.
- One-piece heavy duty, solid stainless steel shaft and head construction creates a sturdy, durable float.
- Flat handle shaft to help the user guide the blade along the teeth.
- Large stainless steel handle with rubberized bands for both durability and a comfortable grip.
- Rounded float head minimizes discomfort to the horse.
- Blade is secured to the float head by two screws.
- Sold without blade.
Rear Molar Floats
The MS #1 float has a 16" straight shaft with a pistol grip handle and a head size of 3-1/4". Handle weight 1.45 pounds.The MS #2, MS#3, and MS#6 floats have 20" straight shafts and weigh 1.25 pounds. The #2 has a 2" head; the #3 and #6 have a 3-1/4" head. In addition, the #6 float has an open face head design that allows the blade to be used until the last sharpening. (Not pictured above.)
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Rear Upper and Lower Molar Float #1 (3-1/4") | #03340 | $125.00 |
| Rear Upper Lower Molar Float #2 (2") | #03350 | 125.00 |
| Rear Upper Lower Molar Float #3 (3-1/4") | #03360 | 125.00 |
| Rear Upper Lower Molar Float #6 (3-1/4") | #03390 | 125.00 |
Premolar and Molar Floats
The MS #4 and MS #5 floats have 16" straight shafts with a back angle and are designed to cut on a push stroke. Each weighs 1.10 pounds. The #4 has a 3-1/4" head; the #5 a 2" head.
Incisor Float
The MS #7 float has a 10-1/2" long straight shaft with a 3-1/4" head. Handle weight 0.80 pounds.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Incisor Float #7 (3-1/4") | #03400 | $125.00 |
Blades for "MS" Floats
The "MS" Floats feature a unique line of
disposable float blades. These blades have a thin backing plate and
fit the both the "MS" Floats and other traditional hand floats that
have thinker blades heads.
Other blade manufacturers make only one
style of blade and make it more or less aggressive by making the
teeth smaller or bigger to give the effect of course, medium or
fine. On these blades, however, the angle of the cut varies to make
the blade more or less aggressive. The result is a blade that cuts
predictably, cleanly and smoothly from the first use until the
last. These blades have solid stainless steel backing plates and
are disposable like the shorter Edge blades.
Four different cutting
patterns are offered, each in two blade lengths, 2" and 3-1/4". The
2" blades cost $65.00; The 3-1/4" cost $67.00.
Fine - Coded yellow,
the least aggressive blade pattern.
Medium - Coded green, a more
aggressive pattern than the fine blade.
Course - Coded red, more
aggressive pattern than the medium blade.
Extra Course – Coded blue,
the most aggressive blade pattern.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| MS Float Blade - Fine - Yellow - 2" | #03538 | $65.00 |
| MS Float Blade - Medium - Green - 2" | #03540 | 65.00 |
| MS Float Blade - Course - Red - 2" | #03542 | 65.00 |
| MS Float Blade - Extra Course - Blue - 2" | #03544 | 65.00 |
| MS Float Blade - Fine - Yellow - 3-1/4" | #03526F | 67.00 |
| MS Float Blade - Medium - Green - 3-1/4" | #03527M | 67.00 |
| MS Float Blade - Course - Red - 3-1/4" | #03528C | 67.00 |
| MS Float Blade - Extra Course - Blue - 3-1/4" | #03529X | 67.00 |
The Edge™ Equine Lightweight Floats and Blades
The Edge™ Float Handles and The Edge's™ disposable float blade system consists of 13 different styled stainless steel float handles and four different grinds of disposable solid tungsten carbide blades.
Float Advantages –
- Disposable blades eliminate all regrinding hassles and costs.
- Lighter in weight than traditional floats and blades.
- Lower in profile than traditional floats.
- Smaller blades for easier maneuverability than traditional floats.
- Handles available in 13 lengths and configurations.
- Sold without blades.
Molar Floats
The #UL1540 and #UL1550 floats (top to botton of picture) both have a 20", -2 degree angled shaft and weigh 0.80 pounds. The #1540 has a 1-1/2" head; the #1550 has a 2" head.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Rear Molar Float #UL1540 | #13380 | $135.00 |
| Rear Molar Float #UL1550 | #13385 | 135.00 |
The #FM5040 and Rear Molar Float #UL1550 floats both have a 21", -2 degree angled shaft and weigh 0.80 pounds. The #5040 has a 1-1/2" head; the #5050 has a 2" head.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Rear Molar Float #FM5040 | #13390 | $135.00 |
| Rear Molar Float #FM5050 | #13395 | 135.00 |
The #LM2540 and #LM3540 floats both have a 21", -4 degree angled shaft and a 1-1/2" head. The #2540 has a shaft made of stainless tubing and weighs 0.75 pounds. The shaft of the #3540 is made of stainless steel rod and weighs 0.80 pounds.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Rear Molar Float #LM2540 | #13400 | $135.00 |
| Rear Molar Float #LM3540 | #13405 | 135.00 |
The #PM2050 float has a 15", 24 degree angled shaft and a 2" head. It weighs 0.75 pounds.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Premolar/Molar Float #PM2050 | #13355 | $135.00 |
Premolar and Molar Floats
The #SR6040 and the #SR7050 floats (left to right) both have a 16" solid rod offset shaft with a 2" head. The difference between them is the amount the head is offset from the handle.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Premolar/Molar Float #SR6040 | #13365 | $135.00 |
| Premolar/Molar Float #SR7050 | #13370 | 135.00 |
The #PM2080 float has a 16", 24 degree angled shaft and a 3" head. It weighs 0.75 pounds.
Product Description Stock # Price Premolar/Molar Float #PM2080 #13360 $135.00
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| MS Float Blade - Fine - Yellow - 2" | #03538 | $65.00 |
| MS Float Blade - Medium - Green - 2" | #03540 | 65.00 |
The #PM1050 float has a 17", 15 degree angled shaft and a 2" head. It weighs 0.75 pounds.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Premolar/Molar Float #PM1050 | #13375 | $135.00 |
The #UM3040 and #UM3050 floats both have a 13-1/2", 27 degree angled shaft and weigh 0.55 pounds. The #3040 has a 1-1/2" head; the #3050 has a 2" head.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Premolar/Molar Float #UM3040 | #13345 | $135.00 |
| Premolar/Molar Float #UM3050 | #13350 | 135.00 |
The Edge™ Equine Disposable Float Blades
These blades do not have a backing plate making them lighter and thinner that traditional blades. In addition they are disposable and are available in the same four levels of aggressiveness as are all the Edge Equine™ blades
- Blade Features Disposable
- No heavy and costly backing plate.
- Available in four uniquely colored grinds.
- All four grinds available in 1-1/2" and 2" lengths.
The Edge™ Equine offers four different cutting patterns each in two blade lengths, 1-1/2"(40mm) and 2"(50mm). the 1-1/2" blades cost $45.00; the 2" $50.00.
Fine - Coded
yellow, the least aggressive blade pattern.
Medium - Coded green, a
more aggressive pattern than the fine.
Course - Coded red, a more
aggressive pattern than the medium.
Extra Course – Coded blue, the
most aggressive blade pattern.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Fine Disposable Edge™ Blade - Yellow - 1-1/2" | #03640 | $45.00 |
| Medium Disposable Edge™ Blade - Green - 1-1/2" | #03740 | 45.00 |
| Course Disposable Edge™ Blade - Red - 1-1/2" | #03840 | 45.00 |
| Extra Course Disposable Edge™ Blade - Blue - 1-1/2" | #03940 | 45.00 |
| Fine Disposable Edge™ Blade - Yellow 2" | #03650 | 55.00 |
| Medium Disposable Edge™ Blade - Green - 2" | #03750 | 55.00 |
| Course Disposable Edge™ Blade - Red - 2" | #03850 | 55.00 |
| Extra Course Disposable Edge™ - Blue - 2" | #03950 | 55.00 |
Free Trial Offer on The Edge™ Handle and Blade Set!
Try a set of four different The Edge™ floats with a selection of different grind blades free for a two-week evaluation period. The demonstration kit contains a basic selection of floats and blades to float an entire mouth. After the trail period just return the set to us with a note about your experience – good or bad. There is no obligation to purchase. Customer pays all shippin charges.
Call 800/247-3901 for more details.
Thomsen’s Universal Float
The Thomsen float is designed for finishing or just light floating. Its head is hinge-attached making it universal for upper and lower molars. In addition, the float blade is concave from side to side to stay on tooth surfaces. High impact plastic handle, stainless steel 20" length shaft and head. Complete with replaceable tungsten carbide chip blade.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Thomsen Universal Float | #03410 | $49.00 |
| Blade for Thomsen's Float | #03411 | 22.0 |
Roll-up Float Case
Our Roll-up Float Carrying Case provides a convenient and secure way to carry and store hand floating equipment. It is designed to hold up to eight floats and S-files in individual pockets so they don't scratch one another. The case is made of washable canvas and has two tie-straps. The case measures 29 -1/2" wide and 24" when open.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Roll-Up Float Case | #03600 | $38.00 |
"S" Files
"S" files are two-sided files that are used for finishing and for floating areas in the mouth that are difficult to reach with a standard float or large rasp. To make them more versatile, "S" files often have different grits on each side to provide both concave and convex surfaces with different abrasion levels.
Small Diamond "S" File
The small diamond "S" file measures 7" long by 3/4" wide. Its cutting surface is coated with diamond chips and it is used for final finishing.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Small Diamond Chip S-File Fine Grit | #04120 | $27.00 |
Small Tungsten Carbide "S" Files
The small "S" file measures 12" long by 3/4" wide. It is used for final finishing in harder to reach areas. We offer this size in a copper painted regular steel version with Fine/Medium grits and one with Medium/Course grits.
Product Description Stock # Price 65.00
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Small S-File Fine/Medium Grits - Carbide Chip | #04211 | $65.00 |
| Small S-File Medium/Course Grits - Carbide Chip | #04213 | 65.00 |
Medium Tungsten Carbide "S" File
The medium "S" file measures 12" long by 1" wide by 1/8" thick. This size makes it ideal for most finishing work. It has Fine/Medium grits.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Medium S-File Fine/Medium Grits - Carbide Chip | #04221 | $86.00 |
Large Tungsten Carbide "S" File
The large "S" file measures 20" long by 1 1/4" wide and has medium grit on three sides and coarse grit on a convex side. It is used in hard to reach areas at the rear of the mouth to level waves and to smooth any rough areas.
Product Description |
Stock # |
Price |
| Large S-File Medium/Coarse Grits - Carbide Chip | #04227 | $100.00 |
