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13W561B - Walter Allsteel 5-Inch Stringer Bead Wire Wheel Brush 5/8-11 Arbor

Packaging: 10 per each
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OVERVIEW

Professional Grade Weld Cleaning

The Walter Allsteel 5" Stringer Bead Wire Wheel Brush (13W561B) is a premium abrasive tool engineered for the demanding requirements of the metal fabrication and pipeline industries. Designed specifically for use on steel, this brush features high-quality carbon steel wire twisted into tight knots. This construction creates a stiff, aggressive cutting action that effectively removes slag, spatter, rust, and corrosion without removing base material.

One of the standout features of Walter wire brushes is their exceptional balance. Each brush is precision-balanced to run smoothly on angle grinders, significantly reducing vibration. This not only improves operator comfort and reduces fatigue but also extends the life of the grinder's bearings. The "Stringer Bead" profile is characterized by a narrow 1/4-inch face width, making it the perfect tool for cleaning into tight corners, narrow grooves, and specifically the root and hot passes of pipe welds (stringer beads).

Equipped with a standard 5/8"-11 threaded arbor, this brush mounts quickly and securely to most 4.5-inch and 5-inch angle grinders without the need for additional adapters. The "Allsteel" designation ensures the wire metallurgy is optimized for carbon steel applications, providing consistent performance and preventing cross-contamination issues that can occur with improper brush selection. Whether you are prepping a surface for coating or cleaning up a multi-pass weld, the Walter 13W561B delivers reliability and speed.

Key Applications

  • Cleaning stringer beads in pipeline welding.
  • Removing heavy slag and weld spatter.
  • Surface preparation in tight grooves and T-joints.
  • Deburring and rust removal on structural steel.
Additional Information
Packaging Description:10 per each
Diameter (in):5"
Width (in):1/4"
Arbor (in):5/8"-11
Wheel Style:Twist Knot
Used to Grind:Steel
Item:Brush
Wire Material:Carbon Steel
Brush Type:Stringer Bead
Packaging Type:Bulk
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Wire Material:Carbon Steel
Brush Type:Stringer Bead
Packaging Type:Bulk
brand:Walter
diameter-in:5"
width-in:1/4"
arbor-in:5/8"-11
wheel-style:Twist Knot
used-to-grind:Steel
item:Brush

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Walter Allsteel 5" Stringer Bead Wire Wheel Brush (Bulk Packaging)

APPLICATIONS

  • Pipeline welding and fabrication
  • Structural steel construction
  • Shipbuilding and repair
  • General metal fabrication
  • Maintenance and repair operations (MRO)

FAQ

A stringer bead brush has a very narrow face width (typically 1/4 inch) and tight twist knots, designed specifically to clean the narrow 'stringer' beads or root passes in pipe welding and to reach into tight grooves.

This brush comes with a built-in 5/8"-11 threaded arbor, which is the standard spindle size for most 4-1/2" and 5" North American angle grinders.

No, this brush uses carbon steel wire. Using it on stainless steel can cause 'after-rust' or contamination. You should use a stainless steel wire brush (typically marked 'Inox') for stainless applications.

While you should always check the stamp on the actual product, 5-inch stringer bead brushes are typically rated for around 12,500 RPM. Always ensure your grinder's speed does not exceed the brush's rating.

'Allsteel' is Walter's trade name for their general-purpose line of brushes designed for use on carbon steel and structural steel. It indicates the wire material is not stainless or brass.

No, this is a complete wire wheel with an integrated hub. It screws directly onto the grinder spindle.

Bulk typically indicates the product is sold loose or in non-retail packaging (e.g., without a blister pack), which is common for industrial supplies sold to shops.

This is a knotted (twist knot) wire brush. Knotted brushes are more aggressive and stiffer than crimped brushes, making them better for heavy cleaning and weld slag removal.