How to Install Wire Cup Brush on Angle Grinder?

The Angle grinder is one of the common power tools for cutting and grinding metal materials, this article teaches you how to install wire cup brush on angle grinder?

1.How to Install Wire Cup Brush on Angle Grinder?

Tools / raw materials

• One angle grinder
• Angle wrench special wrench

Method / step

4: Hold the head lock and tighten the anti-wire cover with a wrench.

Precautions

• Always hold the head lock before removing and tightening the anti-wire cover
• When installing the wire cup brush, be sure to press the inner hole of the wire brush tightly

2.Specifications of Wire Cup Brush for Angle Grinder

Crimped wire cup brush

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Image	Diameter(Inch)	Diameter(Metric)	Nut	RPM MAX	Trim Length
Carbon steel Brass coated steel	2-1/2’’	65mm	10×1.25	12500	20
	3’’	75mm	10×1.5	12500	23
	4’’	100mm	5/8’’-11	12500	28
	5’’	125mm	14×2	8500	28
	6’’	150mm	5/8’’-11	6500	35

Twisted knot wire cup brush

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Image	Diameter(Metric)	Diameter(Inch)	Nut	RPM MAX	Trim Length
High  carbon steel	2-1/2’’	65mm	10×1.25	12500	20
	3’’	75mm	10×1.5	12500	23
	4’’	100mm	5/8’’-11	12500	28
	5’’	125mm	14×2	8500	28
	6’’	150mm	5/8’’-11	6500	35

Double Row twisted knot wire cup brush

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Image	Diameter(Inch)	Diameter(Metric)	Nut	RPM MAX	Trim Length
Stainless steel; Tempered alloy steel	2-1/2’’	65mm	10×1.25	12500	20
	3’’	75mm	10×1.5	12500	23
	4’’	100mm	5/8’’-11	12500	28
	5’’	125mm	14×2	8500	28
	6’’	150mm	5/8’’-11	6500	35

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3.Correct use of Angle Grinder:

•  When using an angle grinder, you must hold the handle tightly with both hands before starting to prevent the starting torque from falling and ensure the safety of personal equipment.
• The angle grinder must be installed with a protective cover, otherwise it must not be used.
• When the grinder is working, the operator should not stand in the direction of chip dust to prevent flying iron chips from hurting the eyes. It is best to wear protective goggles when using.
• When grinding thin plate members, the cup brush should work lightly,and do not use too much force, and pay close attention to the grinding part to prevent wear.
• When using an angle grinder, handle it gently, cut off the power or air source in time after use, and place it properly. It is strictly forbidden to throw or drop it.

4.Precautions When using Angle Grinder:

• With protective eye mask, long-haired workers must tie their hair first. Do not catch small parts by hand to process the angle grinder.
• When the operator is operating, pay attention to whether the accessories are intact, whether the insulated cable is damaged, and whether it is aging. After the inspection, plug in the power supply and wait for the cup brush to rotate stably before working.
• During cutting and grinding operations, there must be no personnel or explosives within one meter of the surrounding area. Do not work in the direction of someone to prevent injuries or death.
• When the cup brush is used up and needs to be replaced, the power supply must be powered off to replace it, to prevent accidental pressing of the switch, causing unnecessary personnel accidents.
• When working with dangerous and flammable materials, more than one fire extinguisher must be equipped to prevent danger. Achieve the principle of safety first and production second.
• After using for 30 minutes, you should stop resting for more than 20 minutes, and then work after cooling down. To prevent the temperature from being too high during long-term use, it is easy to be damaged and cause work accidents.
• When in use, we must use it in accordance with the use specifications and instructions, regular inspection, maintenance, and work under the condition of ensuring integrity to reduce the occurrence of accidents.

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