Schaefer Brush 42960 Tampico Fiber Tube Brush 3.5in

Product Description

The SCHAEFER BRUSH 42960 is a single stem, single spiral tube brush designed for cleaning the interior of tubes, pipes, and cylindrical passages. The brush head is constructed from Tampico fiber, a natural plant-based filament that provides firm yet non-abrasive scrubbing action suited to moderate-duty cleaning applications. At 3.5 inches in diameter and 8 inches in overall length, with a 4.5-inch brush section, this tool reaches deep into tube interiors. The 1/4-inch NPSM male connection allows it to thread onto standard extension rods or handles for added reach. It is a practical hand tool for HVAC, plumbing, and industrial maintenance technicians.

This brush is suited for residential and light commercial maintenance tasks where tube or pipe bore cleaning is required. Typical applications include heat exchanger tube cleaning, condenser tube maintenance, drain line brushing, and pipe bore preparation prior to fitting or inspection. The Tampico fiber fill is compatible with water and mild cleaning solutions, making it a reliable choice for wet or dry scrubbing operations where a non-metallic filament is preferred to avoid scratching or damaging the tube wall surface.

Key Features

• Tampico fiber fill provides firm, non-abrasive scrubbing action safe for tube wall surfaces
• 3.5-inch brush diameter for full-contact cleaning inside matched tube bores
• 4.5-inch brush length delivers extended scrubbing coverage per pass
• 8-inch overall length allows reach into recessed tube openings
• 1/4-inch NPSM male connection is compatible with standard extension rods and handles
• Single stem, single spiral construction maintains consistent fill density along the brush section

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style maintenance brush for use with standard 1/4-inch NPSM extension rod systems in tube and pipe cleaning applications across HVAC, plumbing, and industrial service.

Installation Notes

This brush is installed and used by HVAC technicians, plumbers, and industrial maintenance personnel. Before cleaning any tube or heat exchanger, isolate and de-energize the associated system and relieve any fluid pressure in accordance with applicable safety procedures. Thread the 1/4-inch NPSM male connection securely onto a compatible handle or extension rod before use. Do not force the brush into bores significantly smaller than the rated 3.5-inch diameter, as this can damage the filament fill.