Overview
The Novatek FlexShaft MFS300 is the compressed-air model of the FlexShaft Deck Scaler. An air power unit on a swivel base drives the scaling head through a 9 ft flexible shaft to remove scale, rust, paint and other unwanted deposits, leaving the surface ready for priming, painting or coating. It reaches under piping, decks, wheelhouses and other areas that were previously inaccessible.
Key Features
- Flexible shaft drive with a remote air power source for versatility and access
- 1.5 hp (1.1 kW) air motor on a swivel base
- Multiple cutting, flailing and brush heads available for removal and finishing
- Compact design that works easily in high spaces
- Comfort handle with guard
- Comes complete with a heavy-duty chipping leaf head, 6″ cutter scaling head, 6″ wire brush, guard and wrenches
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part number | MFS300 |
| Air motor | 1.5 hp (1.1 kW), 3000 rpm |
| Air consumption | 66 cfm @ 90 psi (31.2 lps @ 90 psi) |
| Operating pressure | 90 psi (6.2 bar); keep between 80 psi and 100 psi |
| Minimum air supply | 70 cfm, with an inline lubricator |
| Flexible shaft | 9 ft (2.7 m), 5/8″ (16 mm) inner shaft |
| Cutting width | Chipping leaves 30 mm, cutter wheels 17 mm |
| Cutter head life expectancy | 50 hours |
| Base | Swivel |
| Weight | 70 lbs (31 kg) |
Applications
Removing paint, rust, scale and other deposits in difficult to access areas where compressed air is the preferred power source, such as decks and holds on ships.

