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There are many variables in power brush applications. If the power brush you are using does not accomplish the
desired results, select a solution from the suggestions below for your specific application.
Problem Recommended Solutions
Brush works too fast
• Select a brush with longer filaments
• Select a brush with a smaller diameter wire
• Select a brush with a narrower face
• Select a brush with a smaller outside diameter
• Operate the brush at a slower RPM
Brush works too slowly
• Select a brush with shorter filaments
• Select a brush with a larger diameter wire
• Select a brush with a wider face
• Select a brush with a larger outside diameter
• Operate the brush at a faster RPM
Brushing action rolls or peens the burr
over instead of removing burr
• Select a brush with a wider face
• Select a brush with a larger diameter wire
• Select a brush with shorter filaments
• Operate the brush at a faster RPM
Finer final finish required
• Select a brush with longer filaments
• Select a brush with a smaller diameter wire
• Operate the brush at a higher RPM
• Select a brush with a wider face
• Replace the wire brush with an abrasive nylon brush (Nylox
®
)
Coarser final finish required
• Select a brush with shorter filaments
• Select a brush with a narrower face
• Operate the brush at a slower RPM
• Select a brush with a larger diameter wire
Non-uniform brushing action
• Select a brush with longer filaments
• Select a brush with a narrower face
• Automate the operation to reduce human variables
Filaments break off
• Reduce pressure
• Select a brush with a smaller diameter wire
Short brush life
• Select a brush with a smaller diameter wire
• Reduce pressure
• Select a brush with a wider face
Application Solutions Guide
Technical Information-Power Brushes
Weiler Brush
Vendor Code: WB
Abrasives and Industrial Brushes
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