PILOT BONDING BRUSH, 5/32 .005SS - Brush Research

The Brush Research BS06761 Pilot Bonding Brush is a specialized tool engineered for precision surface preparation, critical for establishing reliable electrical grounding and bonding in professional automotive and industrial applications. This brush features a central pilot pin that accurately guides the tool, ensuring the precise removal of insulating coatings around rivet and bolt holes, facilitating optimal metal-to-metal contact. Its robust stainless steel construction ensures durability and effective cleaning without compromising critical surrounding surfaces.

Key Features

• Precision Pilot Pin: An integrated 5/32" pilot pin accurately guides the brush, confining the cleaning action to the annular area around the hole and preventing damage to adjacent finishes or internal threads.
• Durable Stainless Steel Bristles: Constructed with .005-inch diameter crimped stainless steel wire, these bristles provide aggressive yet controlled material removal for long-lasting performance in demanding environments.
• Optimized for Electrical Bonding: Specifically designed to remove paint, primer, rust, dirt, varnish, and other insulating residues to create secure electrical ground paths and bonding surfaces.
• Versatile Tool Compatibility: Features a standard 1/4" shank, making it compatible with a wide range of power tools, including drills, die grinders, and drill presses.
• Professional-Grade Construction: Manufactured by Brush Research, a trusted name in industrial brushes, ensuring high quality, consistency, and reliability for professional technicians.

Applications

This pilot bonding brush is an indispensable tool for tasks where a clean, conductive surface around a fastener hole is essential for performance and safety.

• Automotive: Crucial for preparing electrical ground points on vehicle chassis, engine blocks, and body frames, ensuring reliable connections for components like audio systems, lighting, and sensors. It effectively removes corrosion and paint buildup from these critical grounding areas.
• Aerospace: Widely utilized for rivet and bolt hole cleaning, often referred to as "pot facing," to establish secure electrical bonding in aircraft structures, which helps prevent static electricity buildup and electromagnetic interference (EMI).
• Industrial & Manufacturing: Ideal for precision deburring, rust removal, and surface preparation around mounting holes in electronic enclosures, machinery components, and control panels to guarantee optimal electrical conductivity.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Brush Research
• Model Number: BS06761
• Brush Diameter: 1/2"
• Pilot Diameter: 5/32" (0.156 in)
• Bristle Material: .005" Stainless Steel (SS)
• Shank Diameter: 1/4"
• Maximum Safe Free Speed: 20,000 RPM
• Trim Length: 3/8" (typical)