Features
- Crimped tempered steel wires with high wire density for longer life
- Narrow tufted faces for aggressive material removal
- High number of knots for increased durability
- Suitable for bead weld preparation and work in confined areas
- Requires a Type 27 guard for safe operation
- Rated maximum speed 12,500 RPM
Specifications
| Part Number | WB569 |
| Diameter | 4 in |
| Wire Thickness | 0.014 in |
| Max Rpm | 12,500 |
| Brush Width | 4 in |
| Pack Quantity | 1 |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
| Arbor | 5/8-11 |
| Weight | 0.51 lb |
| Upc | 000346175516 |
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Crimped wire wheel made from carbon steel with dense, crimped tempered wires. Intended for material removal tasks such as deburring gears, removing oxides and scale, flash removal, edge blending, and preparing bead welds. Narrow tufted faces provide a more aggressive cut and make the wheel useful in confined areas.
Project Ideas
Business
Mobile Weld Cleanup and Edge Blending
Offer on-site post-weld services for small fab shops and contractors: bead prep, spatter removal, and edge blending in tight areas. Package pricing per foot of weld or per assembly; the dense crimped wires and narrow tufts deliver fast, uniform finishes that save shops grinding time.
Rust and Scale Removal Service
Specialize in restoring metal railings, gates, stair stringers, and structural brackets. Provide surface prep to SSPC standards where appropriate, then hand off to painters or apply a primer. Highlight clean edges and consistent profiles achieved with the wire wheel.
Antique and Tool Refurb Pop-Up
Set up at flea markets or partner with antique stores to offer quick-turn rust removal and deburring for hand tools, hardware, and decor. Offer tiered pricing (quick clean, full brushed finish, clear coat) and upsell protective treatments.
Fabrication Shop Finish Packages
Create add-on SKUs for your fab jobs: Basic Blend (weld cleanup), Brushed Industrial (uniform grain on visible faces), and Tight-Space Detailing (confined areas). Use the 4 in wheel to standardize results and quote predictable cycle times.
Motorcycle/Auto Part Prep
Serve restoration enthusiasts by cleaning brackets, frames, and small steel components before coating. Offer mail-in or local pickup, with photo documentation of oxide removal and edge refinement to reduce their prep time and improve coating adhesion.
Creative
Brushed Steel Silhouette Art
Cut simple animal or skyline silhouettes from mild steel plate and use the 4 in. crimped wire wheel to strip mill scale, deburr edges, and add a uniform brushed texture. The narrow tufted faces let you get into tight interior cuts and around fine details for an even finish that takes clear coat beautifully.
Reclaimed Wood + Steel Console Table
Fabricate a steel tube frame and blend welds with the wheel to smooth transitions, then distress and brighten visible faces for a clean industrial look. The high wire density removes oxides and light spatter without gouging, giving a consistent sheen that pairs well with reclaimed wood tops.
Garden Sculpture Refurb and Patina
Turn rusty yard finds into weathered showpieces by knocking off rust/scale and flashing edges to catch light. The wheel’s aggressive tufted face reaches tight joints to prep for chemical patinas; finish with a wax or clear coat for outdoor durability.
Vintage Tool and Knife Revival
Revive old hand tools, axes, or kitchen knives by removing rust and blending micro-burrs. The 0.014 in carbon steel crimped wires clean fast yet are forgiving enough to preserve stampings and maker’s marks when used with a light touch.
Automotive Engine Cover Makeover
Strip paint and oxidation from steel brackets, timing covers, and hardware to prep for high-temp paint. The 4 in wheel fits an angle grinder with a Type 27 guard and reaches confined spaces around bends and bosses for a factory-clean surface.