Cylindrical brush 5380-50 - diameter 50mm hard - Vikan

Cylindrical brush 5380-50 - diameter 50mm hard - Vikan

Fits all handles in the VIKAN range. Effective for cleaning various types of pipes.

Benefits & Recommended Uses:

• Targeted cleaning of pipes and conduits: ideal for pipes, ducts, tubes in food equipment, sorters in fisheries, conduits in agri-food processes, etc.
• High rigidity: thanks to the hard fibres, it can remove stubborn dirt, greasy deposits or sticky residues.
• Compatibility with modular handles: by adapting to the Vikan range of handles, it offers flexibility and ergonomics.
• Resistance to severe conditions: withstands high temperatures (washing, autoclave), wide pH range, prolonged use in aggressive environments.
• Use in food environment: suitable for food safety standards (contact with food) under prescribed conditions.
• Color management to avoid cross-contamination: the color-coding system allows a color to be reserved for a particular area, equipment or use (e.g., zone A = red, zone B = blue).

Tips for use & best practices:

• Before use, rinse or disinfect the brush and handle to remove any dust or residue.
• To reach deep areas of a pipe, gradually insert the brush using rotating and back-and-forth motions.
• Never force a brush that is too large onto a tube that is too narrow to avoid premature wear of the fibers or damage to the hose.
• After use, rinse thoroughly with clean water to remove residue. If necessary, place in the dishwasher (up to 93°C) or autoclave (121°C) as required and recommended.
• Store away from frost (temperatures below –20°C may affect materials), and away from prolonged direct UV radiation.

Colors:

• Green: V5380-50/2
• Blue: V5380-50/3
• Red: V5380-50/4
• White: V5380-50/5
• Yellow: V5380-50/6

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this brush suitable for human consumption (food contact)?
   Yes. It is made of materials that comply with European regulations for plastic materials in contact with food (EU 10/2011). However, it must not exceed a temperature of 80°C when in direct contact with food.
2. Can it be sterilized in an autoclave?
   Yes, the brush can withstand autoclave sterilization up to 121°C.
3. Up to what maximum temperature can it be put in the dishwasher?
   It is recommended up to 93°C for dishwasher-type cleaning.
4. What is the tolerated pH range during use?
   It supports solutions with a pH between 2 and 10.5.
5. Can I use non-Vikan handles with this brush?
   Not recommended. It is optimized for Vikan handle attachment systems, ensuring strength, alignment and hygiene.
6. How often should this brush be replaced?
   It depends on usage (abrasion, mechanical stress, type of cleaner). For optimal performance, monitor fiber wear (curvature, loss of rigidity) and replace it as soon as its effectiveness decreases.
7. What are the typical recommended uses?
   Internal cleaning of pipes, supply lines, narrow passages, drains, hard-to-reach areas, sorters, mincers, etc.
8. Are there any recommendations for cleaning the brush itself?
   Rinse thoroughly after use, disinfect if necessary with compatible products, avoid aggressive solvents not recommended for plastics, and allow to air dry or at temperatures ≤ 100°C (maximum drying temperature).
9. Are there “medium” or “soft” bristle versions of this brush?
   Yes, Vikan also offers medium versions of the 5380 series for less abrasive uses.
10. What colors are available and what is the color code for?
    Available colors: green, blue, red, white, yellow (Vikan references).
11. Color coding helps separate usage areas (e.g. “raw”, “cooked” areas, sensitive areas) to avoid cross-contamination.