Techni-Pro 758SO656 Handle Diameter: 3/8'Type: Applicator BrushesHandle Length: 4-1/2 'Handle Material: Zinc Plated SteelBristle Material: Brass Wire/Sponge Applicator Brush, Double End, Brass Wire/Sponge 1/2', 0.003' Bristle, Zinc Plated 3/8'x4-1/2' Handle The Techni-Pro 758SO656 This double-ended applicator brush has soft 0.003' brass wire at one end and a sponge at the other. The handle is made of corrosion resistant, zinc-plated steel tubing. This brush is manufactured using strong mechanical clamping for maximum fiber retention, and is adhesive-free to prevent contamination to work pieces caused by leaching. The fine brass wire is densely packed and has a flat end trim of 1/2' length with a width of 7/16'. The sponge end flares out to approximately 1-3/8' x 3/8' when wet. The handle dimensions are 4-1/2' length x 3/8' diameter. This versatile, high-quality wire/sponge combination brush is great for cleaning soldering iron tips. Use the wetted sponge to wipe excess solder from a hot iron tip and the brass wire end to polish it. The brush is also ideal for fine detail cleaning when you need to wet a surface prior to brushing.