Schaefer Brush 14408 Wire Tube Brush 3x5/8 Inch Stainless

Product Description

The SCHAEFER BRUSH 14408 is a long-handle wire tube brush built for cleaning tube interiors, pipe bores, and cylindrical passages where standard brushes cannot reach. The brush section measures 3 inches long with a 5/8-inch diameter, and the single-spiral fill pattern distributes contact evenly around the bore wall for thorough cleaning. Both the bristle fill and the shank are stainless steel, making this brush resistant to corrosion and compatible with water, light solvents, and flux residues. With a 15-inch overall length, it gives technicians working distance from the work surface. HVAC, plumbing, and refrigeration tradespeople use this type of brush for tube prep and maintenance work at the bench or in the field.

This brush is suited for light deburring, flux removal, and surface prep inside copper, brass, and steel tubing. The 3/8-inch shank diameter allows it to be chucked into a hand drill or used manually. Single-spiral construction keeps the fill from loading up quickly, making it practical for repeated passes in tube fittings and heat exchanger tubes. It is packaged as a single unit with no minimum order beyond one piece.

Key Features

• Stainless steel fill wire resists corrosion and works with flux, water, and light solvents
• 3-inch brush length and 5/8-inch diameter for targeted bore cleaning
• 15-inch overall length provides working distance and reduced hand contact with work area
• Single-spiral pattern for even contact and reduced fill loading
• 0.006-inch wire diameter delivers firm but controlled bristle action
• 3/8-inch stainless steel shank is compatible with standard drill chucks for powered use

Compatibility

Designed for use in tube and pipe bores approximately 5/8 inch in internal diameter. Suitable for bench and field cleaning of copper, brass, and steel tubing common in HVAC, refrigeration, and plumbing applications.

Installation Notes

Licensed HVAC technicians and plumbers typically use wire tube brushes during tube prep and maintenance procedures. When using this brush in a drill, secure the shank fully in the chuck and run at low speed to avoid bending the stem. Wear eye protection when operating any wire brush, as bristle tips can break free under load. Ensure the tube or fitting being cleaned is depressurized and free of refrigerant or gas before inserting any tool into the bore.