{"product_id":"wand-glide-for-aw29-cleanstar-wand-add-new","title":"Teflon Wand Glide for AW29 12\" Carpet Wand","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTeflon Wand Glide for AW29 12\" Carpet Cleaning Wand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most cost-effective upgrades you can make to a carpet cleaning wand is replacing a worn wand glide. A quality PTFE (Teflon) glide dramatically reduces friction between the wand and the carpet, making the wand easier to manoeuvre while helping maintain vacuum efficiency, improving operator comfort and protecting expensive stainless steel wand lips from premature wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis premium 12-inch replacement glide is designed for AW29-pattern carpet extraction wands used with both truckmount and portable carpet cleaning machines. Manufactured from durable, low-friction PTFE, it delivers smooth gliding performance while helping extend the service life of your wand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Replace Your Wand Glide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery wand glide is a consumable wear item. As it wears, friction increases, the wand becomes harder to push and pull, and the stainless steel wand lips become exposed to damage. Many operators become accustomed to this gradual deterioration without realising how much easier their wand should perform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing a worn glide restores smooth operation, reduces fatigue and helps keep your wand performing as intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces drag across carpet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes the wand noticeably easier to push and pull.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces operator fatigue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtects expensive stainless steel wand lips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps maintain a consistent vacuum seal for efficient water recovery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtects carpet fibres and delicate hard floors from unnecessary wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn inexpensive replacement that can significantly improve everyday cleaning performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis glide is designed for AW29-pattern 12-inch carpet cleaning wands with a standard wand lip width of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e14.47mm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with many professional carpet cleaning wands, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCCW CMP 1.5\" × 12\" 2 Jet S-Bend Wand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleanstar CWCE-1JET\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleanstar CWCE-2JET\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWestpak Classic 12\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMany other AW29-pattern professional carpet cleaning wands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause wand dimensions vary between manufacturers, production runs and years of manufacture, we recommend measuring your existing glide or wand lip before ordering if you are unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed the larger size?\u003c\/strong\u003e If your wand lip measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e17.97mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, use the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/greenglides-glide-aw29-12inch-slot-lip-width-over-17mm-new-add?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=62a64cb40\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAW29 Slotted Glide for 17.97mm Wand Lips\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerformance Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium PTFE (Teflon) construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely low coefficient of friction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoother wand movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced operator fatigue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent wear resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved protection for wand lips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for truckmount and portable extraction equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for demanding commercial use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor easiest installation, immerse the glide in hot (not boiling) water for approximately 2–3 minutes. Warming the PTFE makes it slightly more flexible, allowing it to stretch over the wand lips more easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter installation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the glide is fully seated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck it sits evenly across the wand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm it cannot move during operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the spray pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the vacuum slot is unobstructed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the glide only when necessary for cleaning or replacement, as repeated removal can gradually reduce retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Installation Advice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no universal industry standard for carpet cleaning wand lip dimensions. Even wands that appear identical may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer, production run or previous wear. For this reason, replacement glides are rarely an identical fit on every wand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMinor fitting adjustments are sometimes required to achieve the best fit and long-term retention. Depending on the individual wand, this may include carefully removing burrs, easing tight areas, fitting retaining set screws, notching the wand lips or carrying out other minor modifications. The most appropriate installation method depends on the condition of the individual wand and should only be undertaken by a competent person using suitable tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore placing the wand into service, always ensure the glide is securely retained, correctly aligned and does not adversely affect spray pattern, airflow or vacuum recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the glide regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean lint and debris from beneath the glide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect spray jets whenever the glide is removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace the glide before the stainless steel wand lips contact the carpet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck retention periodically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSigns It's Time to Replace Your Glide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe wand feels noticeably harder to move.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe glide becomes loose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracks or chips appear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe glide has worn thin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe stainless steel wand lips begin contacting the carpet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVacuum recovery becomes less consistent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplacement Wand Glide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAW29\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\" (305mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePTFE (Teflon)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLip Width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 14.47mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional carpet cleaning extraction wands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTruckmount \u0026amp; Portable Extractors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this fit my wand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is designed for AW29-pattern 12-inch wands with approximately 14.47mm lip width. If you're unsure, measure your existing glide or contact us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan a worn glide affect cleaning performance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. As the glide wears, friction increases and the vacuum seal can deteriorate, making the wand harder to use and reducing water recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install it myself?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Most experienced technicians can fit a replacement glide themselves. Depending on the individual wand, minor fitting adjustments may be required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long will it last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nService life depends on usage, carpet types, operating technique and the condition of the wand. Regular inspection is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is PTFE?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPTFE (commonly known as Teflon) is a high-performance engineering polymer renowned for its extremely low friction, excellent wear resistance and long service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy from Carpet Cleaners Warehouse?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAustralia's trusted supplier to professional carpet cleaners and restoration contractors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert technical advice from people who use the equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast dispatch from Australian stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality replacement parts for professional carpet cleaning equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed help selecting the correct glide?\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact the Carpet Cleaners Warehouse team before ordering. We'll help you identify the correct glide for your wand and answer any installation questions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cleanstar","offers":[{"title":"EACH","offer_id":54220187664597,"sku":"AW529T-CS","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2179\/6391\/files\/AW529T-CS.png?v=1783770194","url":"https:\/\/ccwonline.com.au\/products\/wand-glide-for-aw29-cleanstar-wand-add-new","provider":"Carpet Cleaners Warehouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}