5.71 inch Beekeeping Embedder Gear Wheel Spur for Wire Frame Hive Tool Metal Silver Overview A durable metal gear wheel designed for beekeeping embedders and spur tools. The 5.71 inch diameter wheel provides consistent, even embedding action to help secure foundation and frame wires without tearing or uneven pressure. Finished in silver metal for corrosion resistance and long service life in apiary environments. Key benefits Consistent embedding: Precisionmachined gear teeth and smooth rolling surface deliver uniform pressure across the foundation and frame wires, reducing the need for rework. Durable construction: Metal build stands up to repeated use in routine hive maintenance and assembly tasks. Easy replacement: Direct swap for worn or damaged gear wheels on compatible embedders and spur tools, restoring proper operation quickly. Improved productivity: Maintains steady embedder performance so tasks such as wiring and foundation setting move faster and with better results. Neutral finish: Silver metal surface is easy to clean and shows wear clearly for timely maintenance. Important attributes Size: 5.71 inch diameter suitable for embedders and hive tools that accept this wheel size. Material: Metal construction for strength and longevity. Color: Silver metal finish. Function: Designed to embed foundation and press or secure spur wires on beekeeping frames. Performance: Smooth rotation and consistent contact pressure to reduce foundation damage and improve wire hold. Practical use scenarios Routine maintenance: a worn gear wheel on a powered or hand crank embedder to restore even embedding action during seasonal frame preparation. Frame assembly line: Use as a spare part in an apiary workshop where multiple frames are wired and fitted with foundation each week. Hobbyist upgrade: Install on a compatible hand tool or DIY embedder setup to improve embedding consistency when building or repairing a small number of frames. Compatibility and installation tips Verify your equipment accepts a 5.71 inch diameter wheel before . Check mounting hole pattern and shaft size on your embedder or tool to ensure proper fit. Clean and inspect mating surfaces before installation for performance. What this product does not include This item is a replacement gear wheel only. Other embedder parts, frames, or tools are not included. This 5.71 inch metal embedder gear wheel offers a straightforward, reliable replacement option to keep beekeeping embedder and spur tools functioning predictably while you prepare and maintain frames.