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Walter Allsteel 5-Inch Stringer Bead Wire Wheel Brush 5/8-11 Arbor

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OVERVIEW

Tough Brushes for Tough Jobs

When you are out in the field or deep in the shop, you need a wire brush that holds together and cleans fast. The Walter Allsteel 5" Stringer Bead Brush is the go-to choice for professional welders who demand reliability. Cheap brushes shed wire and vibrate your hands numb, but Walter brushes are built differently. They are designed to run smooth and last long, saving you money on replacements and saving your hands from fatigue.

This specific model, the 13W561, features a narrow face perfect for pipeline welding and structural work. It is designed to dig deep into the root pass and tight corners to rip out slag and silica islands instantly. The twist-knot style provides an aggressive scrubbing action that handles heavy rust and stubborn spatter with ease. Because it is part of the "Allsteel" line, it is optimized for use on mild steel and structural iron, ensuring you get the best performance without cross-contamination issues.

Why Choose Walter Wire Brushes?

  • Spin-On Convenience: The built-in 5/8"-11 nut means you can spin this brush right onto your grinder's spindle. No searching for flange nuts or adapters—just spin it on and get to work.
  • Safety First: Walter's high-quality wire manufacturing reduces the number of flying wires (filaments breaking off), making for a safer work environment.
  • Smooth Running: Each brush is balanced to run true. This means your grinder won't bounce around, giving you better control over the cleaning process and leaving a cleaner surface for the next weld pass.

Whether you are prepping a joint for a critical weld or cleaning up after the final pass, the Walter Allsteel Stringer Bead Brush gives you the aggressive cleaning power you need. It fits standard 5-inch grinders and is tough enough to handle the daily abuse of industrial environments.

Additional Information
Brand:Walter Surface Technologies
Diameter:5"
Arbor (in):5/8"
Width:1/4"
Wheel Style:Twist Knot
Used To Grind:Steel
Packaging Description:1 per each
Wire Material:Carbon Steel
Wire Diameter:0.020"
Max RPM:12500
Brush Type:Stringer Bead

INCLUDED

  • 1x Walter Allsteel 5" Stringer Bead Wire Wheel Brush (5/8"-11 Arbor)

APPLICATIONS

  • Cleaning root pass welds in pipeline construction
  • Removing heavy slag and spatter from structural steel
  • Surface preparation in tight grooves and corners
  • Deburring cut steel edges
  • Removing rust and scale from metal surfaces
  • Inter-pass weld cleaning

FAQ

A stringer bead brush has a very narrow face width and tightly twisted knots, designed specifically to reach into narrow spaces like the root pass of a weld joint or expansion grooves to clean out slag and debris.

No, the Walter Allsteel line uses carbon steel wire. Using it on stainless steel can cause 'after-rust' or contamination. For stainless steel, you should use a brush with stainless steel wire (typically the Walter 'Inox' line).

This brush comes with a 5/8"-11 threaded arbor, which is the standard spindle size for most North American 4.5-inch and 5-inch angle grinders.

The maximum safe operating speed for this brush is 12,500 RPM. Always ensure your grinder's RPM does not exceed this rating.

A balanced brush reduces vibration. This improves operator comfort, reduces fatigue, provides a more consistent finish, and prevents premature wear on the angle grinder's bearings.

The wire diameter is 0.020 inches, which provides a stiff, aggressive cutting action suitable for heavy-duty cleaning.

No, because it has an integrated threaded hub (5/8"-11), it screws directly onto the grinder spindle without the need for a backing flange or locking nut.
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