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13W651B - Walter Allsteel 6-Inch Stringer Bead Knot Wire Wheel for Steel

Packaging: 1 per each
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OVERVIEW

Industrial-Grade Carbon Steel Wire Wheel for Heavy-Duty Fabrication

The Walter Surface Technologies Allsteel™ 6-inch Knot Wheel Brush (SKU: 13W651B) is a premium abrasive accessory engineered for the rigorous demands of industrial metalworking and pipeline construction. Designed with high-tensile carbon steel wire, this brush delivers aggressive cleaning performance on steel surfaces, making it an essential tool for MRO operations, structural steel fabrication, and welding supply inventories. The "Allsteel" series is renowned for its consistency and safety, utilizing top-tier wire filaments that resist fatigue and breakage even under heavy load.

This specific model features a twist knot construction, which bundles the wire filaments into tight, rope-like twists. This design significantly increases the impact action of the brush, allowing it to penetrate surface contaminants such as heavy rust, thick scale, and stubborn weld slag. The 3/8-inch face width classifies this as a stringer bead brush, specifically optimized for cleaning narrow spaces, such as the root pass in pipe welding or expansion joints. The narrow profile ensures the aggressive wire tips reach the bottom of the groove without widening it unnecessarily.

For procurement managers and tool crib supervisors, the 13W651B represents a high-value investment. Walter’s proprietary manufacturing process ensures each wheel is perfectly balanced. This balance is critical in industrial settings as it reduces vibration transfer to the power tool, thereby extending the lifespan of angle grinders and bench grinders. Furthermore, reduced vibration correlates directly with improved operator safety and comfort. This product is supplied in bulk packaging, catering to high-consumption environments where downtime for restocking must be minimized.

Technical Specifications & Compatibility

  • Diameter: 6 Inches
  • Face Width: 3/8 Inch
  • Wire Type: Carbon Steel Twist Knot
  • Application: Steel, Structural Steel, Iron
  • Packaging: Bulk for industrial efficiency
Additional Information
Packaging Description:1 per each
Diameter (in):6"
Width (in):3/8"
Wheel Style:Twist Knot
Used to Grind:Steel
Wire Material:Carbon Steel
Brush Type:Stringer Bead / Knot Wheel
Construction:Knotted
Application:Surface Preparation, Weld Cleaning
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Wire Material:Carbon Steel
Brush Type:Stringer Bead / Knot Wheel
Construction:Knotted
Application:Weld Cleaning, Surface Preparation
Brand:Walter
Diameter (in):6"
Width (in):3/8"
Wheel Style:Twist Knot
Used to Grind:Steel
Packaging Description:1 per each

INCLUDED

  • One (1) 6" x 3/8" Allsteel Knot Wire Wheel Brush

APPLICATIONS

  • Cleaning root passes in pipe welding
  • Removing heavy slag and spatter from structural welds
  • Surface preparation prior to painting or coating
  • Deburring cut steel edges
  • Removing rust and mill scale from steel plates
  • Cleaning expansion joints and narrow grooves

FAQ

A crimped wire wheel has wavy wires and is more flexible, making it better for light cleaning and surface finishing. This knot wire wheel (13W651B) has wires twisted into tight bundles, making it much stiffer and more aggressive for heavy-duty cleaning like removing slag, thick rust, and scale.

No, you should not use this carbon steel brush on stainless steel. Doing so will leave carbon deposits on the stainless surface, which can lead to 'after-rust' or corrosion. For stainless steel, use a Walter brush with stainless steel wire (often labeled 'Inox').

This 6-inch wire wheel is typically designed for use on angle grinders or bench grinders, depending on the arbor size. Ensure your tool's RPM rating meets or exceeds the brush's maximum RPM rating and that the arbor size matches.

Stringer bead brushes have a very narrow face width (like the 3/8" width on this product) and tight knots. They are specifically designed to fit into the narrow grooves of pipe welds (stringer beads) to clean out slag between passes.

A balanced brush spins concentrically without wobbling. This reduces vibration, which prevents operator fatigue (such as hand-arm vibration syndrome) and extends the life of the grinder's bearings and gears.

Yes, absolutely. Wire brushes can shed filaments during use. Always wear ANSI-approved safety glasses, a face shield, heavy gloves, and protective clothing (apron/sleeves) to protect against flying wires and debris.

Replace the wheel when the wire filaments have worn down significantly, causing the brush to lose its effectiveness or balance. Do not use the brush if you see signs of core failure or if large clumps of wire are missing.

The bulk packaging (indicated by the 'B' in the SKU) is ideal for high-volume users. It reduces packaging waste and often provides a better price per unit for industrial facilities that go through consumables quickly.

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