3M 7000120967 Brite Star 3 Inch Coarse Surface Tool

Product Description

The 3M 7000120967 Brite Star is a surface conditioning tool designed for cleaning and finishing the inside diameters of piping and tubing. Constructed with coarse-grade aluminum oxide abrasive mineral, the tool is cut so that its tips maintain consistent pressure against the interior surface during use. At 3 inches in diameter, it is suited to a range of pipe and tube sizes common in plumbing, HVAC, and light industrial applications. Technicians use it to remove oxidation, scale, and surface contamination before soldering, brazing, or mechanical joining. The tool delivers repeatable results without the inconsistency of hand-cut abrasive pads or wire brushes.

This tool is used in residential and light commercial applications wherever interior pipe or tube surfaces require conditioning prior to joining or inspection. Common scenarios include copper pipe prep before soldering in plumbing and refrigeration work, as well as tube cleaning in HVAC installations. It is handled by plumbers, pipefitters, refrigeration mechanics, and HVAC technicians as part of routine surface preparation workflow.

Key Features

• Tip-cut design maintains consistent contact pressure along interior pipe and tube walls
• Coarse-grade aluminum oxide abrasive for effective removal of oxidation and surface scale
• 3-inch diameter suits common pipe and tube sizes in plumbing and HVAC work
• Single-piece conditioning tool reduces prep time versus manual abrasive methods

Compatibility

Designed for use on the interior diameters of piping and tubing in plumbing, HVAC, and refrigeration applications where surface conditioning is required prior to joining.

Installation Notes

This tool is used by licensed plumbers, pipefitters, and HVAC-R technicians during pipe and tube preparation. Isolate and depressurize any line before surface conditioning work begins. Follow applicable codes such as the IPC and IFGC for pipe joining and surface preparation requirements. Wear appropriate eye protection when using rotary abrasive tools.

Technical Specifications

• Abrasive Mineral: Aluminum Oxide
• Grade: Coarse
• Diameter: 3 inches
• Weight: 0.03 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each
• Minimum Order Quantity: 25
• UPC: 00048011133720

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000120967