K52096-288 - Lincoln C450 Orbital Clamp Insert 2.875 Inch

Secure Fit-Up for C450 Orbital Heads

When you are out in the field or on the shop floor running an orbital rig, you know that the setup is half the battle. The Lincoln Electric K52096-288 C450 Clamp Shoe is your go-to solution for locking in 2.875-inch (73.0 mm) pipe on your C450 system. Orbital welding takes the operator's hand out of the puddle, but it puts a huge responsibility on the tooling to hold everything straight. If your clamp shoe is loose, the pipe slips; if it's off-center, your tungsten dips into the puddle or flies too high. This genuine Lincoln part is built to fit your machine perfectly, ensuring that when you clamp down, the pipe stays exactly where it needs to be for the entire 360-degree rotation.

Swapping out clamp shoes is a routine part of the job when moving between different pipe schedules and sizes. This 2.875-inch shoe is designed for quick and easy installation into the C450 head, minimizing downtime between setups. The design ensures a positive lock that resists the torque of the rotating head and the weight of the cable assembly. It is built tough to handle the daily abuse of industrial environments, from the grime of a fabrication yard to the clean-room standards of sanitary welding. The surface finish is designed to grip the pipe firmly without marring the surface, which is especially important when working with polished stainless steel or exotic alloys.

Using the correct size shoe is not just about holding the pipe; it's about consistency. A proper fit means your ground connection is solid and your alignment is true. This shoe handles the 2.875-inch OD common in many industrial applications, giving you the confidence to hit the start button and watch a perfect bead lay down. Don't struggle with makeshift shims or worn-out inserts that compromise your weld quality. Keep your kit stocked with the right shoes for the pipe sizes you weld most often.

Whether you are welding standard carbon steel pipe or high-purity stainless, the K52096-288 delivers the performance you expect from Lincoln Electric. It turns your C450 head into a versatile tool capable of handling specific diameter requirements with ease. Make sure your tool crib has the specific sizes you need to keep production moving and repair rates zero.