Schaefer Brush 14412 Wire Tube Brush 3x7/8 Inch Stainless

Product Description

The SCHAEFER BRUSH 14412 is a long-handle wire tube brush engineered for cleaning and deburring the interior of tubes, pipes, and bore holes. The brush features a 3-inch stainless steel bristle fill section with a 7/8-inch brush diameter, mounted on a stainless steel shank with a 0.188-inch shank diameter and a 15-inch overall length. The single-spiral configuration and 0.007-inch wire diameter deliver consistent scrubbing contact inside tight-diameter passages. HVAC technicians, plumbers, and maintenance mechanics reach for this tool when clearing scale, flux residue, oxidation, and debris from copper, steel, or ferrous tubing prior to inspection or reassembly.

This tube brush is well suited for residential and light commercial service work where access to interior tube surfaces is required. Common applications include cleaning heat exchanger tube ends, boiler flue tubes, condensate drain passages, and small-bore pipe fittings. The 15-inch overall length gives technicians extended reach into equipment without disassembly. The all-stainless construction resists corrosion in wet or chemically active environments, making it appropriate for plumbing, HVAC, and pool equipment service applications.

Key Features

• 3-inch bristle length with 7/8-inch brush diameter for consistent tube wall contact
• Stainless steel fill material resists corrosion in wet and chemical service environments
• 15-inch overall length provides extended reach into deep or recessed tube passages
• Single-spiral construction with 0.007-inch wire diameter for uniform scrubbing action
• 0.188-inch stainless steel shank compatible with standard drill chucks and flex-shaft drivers

Compatibility

Designed for use in tubes and bores with an inside diameter close to 7/8 inch. Suitable for hand use or power drive via standard drill chuck with the 0.188-inch shank.

Installation Notes

This brush is installed by trade professionals including HVAC technicians, plumbers, and pipefitters during tube cleaning and preparation procedures. Before use, ensure the tube or passage is depressurized and drained of fluid. When power-driving the brush, secure the workpiece and use appropriate eye protection to guard against dislodged debris. Do not force the brush into an undersized bore, as this can flare bristles and reduce cleaning effectiveness.