Schaefer Brush 42964 Fiber Tube Brush 4 in Dia 8 in Oal

Product Description

The SCHAEFER BRUSH 42964 is a single stem, single spiral tube brush designed for cleaning the interior of tubes, pipes, and bores. The brush head is made from Tampico fiber, a natural plant-based bristle material well suited for general-purpose scrubbing and cleaning without scratching metal or plastic surfaces. The brush measures 4 inches in diameter with a 4.5 inch brush length and an 8 inch overall length. A 1/4 inch NPSM male threaded connection allows the brush to attach to standard extension handles or cleaning rods, making it practical for both handheld and extended-reach applications. This type of brush is commonly used in plumbing, HVAC, and industrial maintenance work.

This tube brush is suited for residential and light commercial applications where a 4 inch diameter bore or tube requires periodic cleaning or debris removal. Typical uses include cleaning heat exchanger tubes, drain lines, pipe interiors, and similar cylindrical passages. The Tampico fiber construction makes it appropriate for use on surfaces where wire bristles would cause damage or leave metallic contamination. Plumbers, HVAC technicians, and general maintenance professionals routinely keep brushes of this type in service kits for scheduled cleaning tasks.

Key Features

• Tampico fiber bristles provide effective scrubbing without scratching tube walls
• 4 inch brush diameter sized for standard tube and pipe cleaning tasks
• 4.5 inch brush length delivers adequate contact area inside the bore
• 1/4 inch NPSM male thread connection compatible with common extension handles
• 8 inch overall length suitable for direct handheld use or short-reach cleaning
• Single spiral construction distributes bristle pressure evenly around the tube interior

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard service brush for 4 inch diameter tube and pipe cleaning applications in plumbing, HVAC, and general industrial maintenance.

Installation Notes

Shut off water supply and relieve system pressure before inserting the brush into any pressurized line or fitting. Thread the 1/4 inch NPSM male connection securely onto a compatible extension handle before use to prevent disconnection during cleaning strokes. Inspect bristles for wear before each use and replace the brush when bristle length is significantly reduced. This brush should be installed and used by qualified plumbing or HVAC service technicians following applicable local codes.