23612385 - ESAB Wire Feeder Pressure Roll Retaining Ring

Keep Your ESAB Feeder Running Smoothly

There is nothing more frustrating than being ready to lay down a bead only to have your wire feeder quit on you. Often, it’s the smallest parts that cause the biggest headaches. The ESAB 23612385 Circlip Pressure Roll is the specific retaining ring you need to keep your pressure roll locked in place. If you've ever taken your wire feeder apart to clean it or change rollers and heard a "ping" followed by the sound of a small metal clip bouncing across the concrete floor, you know exactly why this part is important. Without it, your pressure roll will slide off the shaft, your wire won't feed, and your work comes to a grinding halt.

This isn't just a generic hardware store clip; it's a genuine ESAB part designed to fit the specific groove on your welder's pressure roll shaft. Using the correct part means it snaps on tight and stays there, handling the vibration of the machine day in and day out. When your pressure roll is secure, it applies even pressure to the wire against the drive roll, ensuring a smooth, consistent feed. This consistency is key to avoiding burn-back, stuttering arcs, and the dreaded birdnest of tangled wire inside the machine. A smooth feed equals a smooth weld, and this little clip plays a big role in making that happen.

We recommend keeping a few of these 23612385 circlips in your spare parts kit or toolbox. They are inexpensive insurance against downtime. Whether you are performing routine maintenance, swapping out rollers for aluminum or stainless wire, or just doing a deep clean of your shop equipment, having a fresh retaining ring ready to go can save you hours of searching or waiting for a shipment. Don't let a ten-cent sized part stop a thousand-dollar job.

Installation is straightforward but requires a steady hand. Using a pair of snap ring pliers makes the job easy and prevents the clip from flying across the room. Simply compress the pressure roll assembly, slide the clip over the shaft, and ensure it seats fully into the groove. Once installed, give the roller a spin to make sure it moves freely but doesn't slide side-to-side. With the ESAB 23612385, you can trust that your machine is put back together the way the factory intended, ready for whatever project you have next.