Schaefer Brush 43556 Spiral Tube Brush 3in Stainless Steel

Product Description

The SCHAEFER BRUSH 43556 is a double stem, double/single spiral tube brush built for cleaning the interior of pipes, tubes, and cylindrical passages. The brush measures 3 inches in diameter with an overall length of 7.25 inches and a brush length of 4.5 inches. Both the bristles and the brush body are constructed from stainless steel, making this tool well-suited for applications that demand corrosion resistance and durability under repeated use. The 1/4 inch NPSM male connection allows the brush to thread onto standard extension rods or drill adapters. HVAC technicians, plumbers, and industrial maintenance crews are the primary users of this type of brush.

This tube brush is commonly used in mechanical and plumbing trades to clean heat exchanger tubes, condenser tubes, drain lines, copper and steel pipe sections, and similar cylindrical surfaces. The double stem spiral design provides aggressive scrubbing action across the full bore diameter, making it effective for removing scale, deposits, and debris from tube interiors. It is a standard hand-tool item in HVAC service, refrigeration maintenance, and plumbing work where tube cleanliness directly affects system efficiency.

Key Features

• 3 inch brush diameter for full-contact cleaning of matching tube bores
• 4.5 inch brush length provides extended scrubbing reach inside tubes
• Stainless steel bristles resist corrosion and hold up to repeated use
• Stainless steel double stem construction maintains brush shape under load
• 1/4 inch NPSM male connection is compatible with standard extension rods and drill chucks
• Double/single spiral pattern delivers consistent scrubbing action along the full brush length

Compatibility

Designed for use with tubes and pipes with an internal diameter of approximately 3 inches. The 1/4 inch NPSM male connection is compatible with standard threaded extension rods and rotary drill adapters commonly used in HVAC and plumbing tube-cleaning applications.

Installation Notes

This brush is installed by hand or with a power drill using a compatible threaded adapter. Before use, shut off and isolate the system being serviced in accordance with applicable safety and trade codes. Inspect the brush for damaged or splayed bristles before each use, as a deformed brush can score tube walls. Follow OSHA and applicable trade guidelines when operating rotary brushes with power equipment.