Overview
The Weiler 36037 Vortec Pro 6″ Crimped Wire Cup Brush is a durable, American-manufactured tool accessory engineered for general-purpose cleaning and surface preparation on angle grinders. With a 0.020″ carbon steel wire fill and maximum operating speed of 6,000 rpm, this brush provides flexible brushing action suitable for light to medium-duty applications across metal, concrete, and composite surfaces.
Key Features
- Made in USA: Manufactured at Weiler’s facility in Cresco, PA with rigorous quality control standards.
- Internal Steel Ring: Retains fill material and ensures equal spacing around the perimeter to minimize vibration and extend brush life.
- Heat-Treated Carbon Steel Wire: Industrial-grade, high-tensile wire drawn to exacting standards for superior fatigue resistance and consistent brushing action.
- Flexible Brushing Action: Crimped design reduces aggressiveness compared to knot-style brushes, protecting base material while removing contaminants.
- 5/8″-11 UNC Arbor: Fits standard power angle grinders (7″ and 9″ models with 5/8″-11 threaded spindles).
Technical Specifications
- Brush Diameter: 6 inches
- Wire Diameter: 0.020 inches (coarse grade)
- Wire Material: Carbon steel
- Arbor Size: 5/8″-11 UNC
- Hub Type: Metal threaded
- Maximum RPM: 6,000
- Unit Weight: 2.75 lbs
- Packaging: Retail pack (1 unit)
- UPC Code: 012382360375
Typical Applications
- Removal of rust, scale, and light corrosion from metal surfaces
- Paint and coating removal prior to repainting or welding
- Light deburring on edges and passages
- General surface preparation and cleaning on concrete forms
- Automotive and RV repair and maintenance
- Cleaning aggregate buildup and foreign material from work surfaces
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- 7-inch angle grinders with 5/8″-11 UNC spindle thread
- 9-inch angle grinders with 5/8″-11 UNC spindle thread
- Standard right-angle grinders with 5/8″-11 UNC arbor
- Most major angle grinder brands (DeWalt, Makita, Bosch, Milwaukee, etc.)
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Other Weiler 6″ crimped wire cup brushes with equivalent 5/8″-11 UNC arbor
- Generic OEM 6″ wire cup brushes in the 0.020″ coarse wire specification
Works With
- Manual angle grinder operation (120V or 240V AC supply dependent on grinder model)
- Pneumatic (air-powered) angle grinders with 5/8″-11 UNC connection
- Cordless battery-powered angle grinders equipped with 5/8″-11 UNC chuck
