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Small 3-inch crimped carbon-steel wire wheel brush with 1/4-inch round shank

Weiler

Weiler 17965 3 in Crimped Wire Wheel Brush 1/4 in Shank 20 000 RPM

SKU CH-E2X5-5ZE2J MPN 17965

A 3-inch crimped carbon-steel wire wheel with a 1/4-inch shank for die grinders, drills and straight grinders up to 20,000 RPM

  • Product typeSanders
  • 3 in diameter reaches tight spaces
  • 1/4 in shank fits die grinders and drills
  • 012 in crimped carbon steel cleans without gouging
  • 13/16 in trim length gives aggressive cutting action
  • 20 000 RPM rating matches high-speed tools

3 in Crimped Wire Wheel Brush

This 3 in crimped wire wheel brush is built for die grinders, drill presses, pencil grinders and straight grinders. The carbon-steel bristles suit carbon-steel workpieces and the 1/4 in round shank fits standard collets. It is aimed at metal-fabrication shops and maintenance crews needing aggressive surface preparation.

Thermals noise and power at 20 000 RPM

At the rated 20 000 RPM the brush runs cool because the open crimped construction lets air pass through the knot. No motor is integrated so the tool itself determines noise and current draw. The light 5/8 in face width keeps vibration low during extended cleaning passes.

1/4 in shank and 13/16 in bristle length

The 1/4 in shank seats securely in 1/4 in collets without adapters and the 13/16 in bristle length reaches into recessed areas. The .012 in wire diameter resists premature breakage on weld spatter and rust. Users who need wider coverage or finer finish will require a different brush configuration.

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Price $10.99
Cheaper than about 73% of the 477 comparable items (median $21.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameWeiler
Model name17965
Product typeSanders

Questions about this item

How do I install the 1/4 in shank on my die grinder, and what step do people get wrong?

Insert the round shank fully into the collet and tighten securely; the common mistake is not seating it completely, which causes vibration at speed.

What maintenance or replacement will the crimped carbon steel wire wheel need later?

The 0.012 in diameter crimped wires wear down with use; replace the brush when bristles shorten noticeably or cleaning performance drops.

What limit appears first when running this brush continuously at 20,000 RPM?

Heat buildup in the workpiece and brush face is the first limiting factor; pause periodically to avoid overheating the carbon steel bristles.

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