Forney Industries Inc 70512 Carbon Steel Wire Brush

Product Description

The FORNEY INDUSTRIES INC 70512 is a carbon steel wire brush with an integrated metal scraper, built for heavy-duty surface prep and cleaning tasks common in welding, fabrication, and mechanical service work. The carbon steel bristles cut through slag, weld spatter, rust, and scale, while the shoe-style handle provides a firm, controlled grip during use. Packaged in a quantity of 12 per unit, this brush is a standard consumable stocked by professional welders, pipefitters, and general maintenance technicians who need reliable abrasive tools on the job.

This brush suits a wide range of applications in welding shops, fabrication facilities, and field service environments. It is used to clean weld beads between passes, remove oxidation from base metal, and prep surfaces prior to coating or inspection. The metal scraper adds versatility for knocking off heavier deposits without switching tools. It is suitable for use on steel, iron, and similarly hard metal surfaces.

Key Features

• Carbon steel bristles for aggressive cleaning of slag, spatter, rust, and scale
• Integrated metal scraper for removing heavier surface deposits
• Shoe-style handle for controlled grip and reduced hand fatigue
• Sold in a package quantity of 12 for shop and jobsite stocking

Compatibility

Designed for general-purpose surface preparation and weld cleaning on steel and iron substrates. Suitable for use in welding, fabrication, and maintenance applications where carbon steel bristle brushes are standard practice.

Installation Notes

This tool requires no installation. Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including eye protection, when using wire brushes, as bristles and debris can become projectiles during use. Inspect bristles before each use and retire the brush if bristles are bent, loose, or excessively worn. Follow applicable shop safety protocols and OSHA guidelines for abrasive hand tool use.