The Braun Series 5 (older generation) takes the Braun Series 5 52S Replacement Cassette (silver) as its shaving head; replace it every 18 months; Australian sellers list it from A$19.99 as of 26 October 2026. Fitment confirmed against the manufacturer's compatibility list.
Your electric shaver
Braun Series 5 (older generation)
Electric shaver
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Takes the 52S shaving head
Series 5 52S Replacement Cassette (silver) · replace every 18 months · check the code on your old part before ordering.
Braun used some numbers (5020s, 5090cc) on two Series 5 generations. Check the type number on the handle: types 5748, 5749 and 5769 take 52S or 52B; type 5762 takes 53B.
Your electric shaver
Electric shaver
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Takes the 52S
Shaving head · every 18 months · check the code on your old part.
Braun used some numbers (5020s, 5090cc) on two Series 5 generations. Check the type number on the handle: types 5748, 5749 and 5769 take 52S or 52B; type 5762 takes 53B.
Other Braun electric shavers and their shaving heads
The 52S fits the Series 5 (older generation) only. These Braun models take a different shaving head:
GenuineGenuine Braun
$59.00
JB Hi-Fi · 6 NovLowest genuine · JB Hi-Fi · checked 6 Nov
CompatibleCompatible option
$19.99
Amazon AU · 26 OctAmazon AU · checked 26 Oct
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This electric shaver also takes a cleaning cartridge
- Braun 3in1 ShaverCare / Clean & Renew Refill Cartridge (CCR)Open JB Hi-Fi$9.17 each · 6-pack $55.00
Only for shavers that came with a Braun Clean & Charge station or SmartCare Center (model numbers ending in cc). Braun says the 3in1 ShaverCare cartridge fits all SmartCare and Clean & Charge centres. Separate from the shaving head. Replace every 2 months.
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How to change the shaving head in your Braun Series 5 (older generation)
Watch the guide or follow the steps.
No clear video for this part yet. The steps cover it.
- 1Press the cassette release button(s) on the shaver head and lift the old cassette off.
- 2Push the new cassette on until it clicks into place.
- 3Braun recommends a new cassette every 18 months.
Every number this part goes by
- Retail name:
- 20000315
- Retail name:
- 52S
- Retail name:
- Braun 52S
- Retail name:
- Combi 52S
Sellers list any of these; they are the same part.
About your Braun Series 5 (older generation)
Braun electric shaver — Series 5. Its shaving head is the Series 5 52S Replacement Cassette (silver), part 52S, changed every 18 months.
Other shaving heads the maker lists for this electric shaver: Braun Series 5 52B Replacement Cassette (black) (every 18 months). Same fit as 52S in black; Braun lists both for Series 5.
Also in this electric shaver: Braun 3in1 ShaverCare / Clean & Renew Refill Cartridge (CCR) (every 2 months). Only for shavers that came with a Braun Clean & Charge station or SmartCare Center (model numbers ending in cc). Braun says the 3in1 ShaverCare cartridge fits all SmartCare and Clean & Charge centres.
Where the model number is: The four-digit type number (5793, 5795) is printed on the back of the handle, often in small print; the model number (9599cc, 8467cc) is on the box. The series name on the front narrows it down.
Fits this Braun model
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Braun used some numbers (5020s, 5090cc) on two Series 5 generations. Check the type number on the handle: types 5748, 5749 and 5769 take 52S or 52B; type 5762 takes 53B.
Common questions
- Which shaving head fits the Braun Series 5 (older generation)?
- The Braun Series 5 (older generation) takes the Braun Series 5 52S Replacement Cassette (silver). Braun used some numbers (5020s, 5090cc) on two Series 5 generations. Check the type number on the handle: types 5748, 5749 and 5769 take 52S or 52B; type 5762 takes 53B.
- How often should I replace the shaving head in my Braun Series 5 (older generation)?
- Every 18 months, or sooner if it looks worn.
- Where can I buy the 52S in Australia?
- We track 3 Australian sellers for the 52S; the lowest listed price when we last checked was A$19.99 at Amazon AU. Prices are re-checked daily and dated on this page.
- How do I fit the 52S in a Braun Series 5 (older generation)?
- No tools, a few minutes: 3 steps, listed on this page with the replacement video where the maker has one.
- What happens if I don't change it?
- Blunt cutters pull at the hair instead of cutting it, the shave gets rougher and slower, and a worn foil can nick the skin.
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