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When you are pushing 1/16" wire, you are likely doing serious fabrication work—structural beams, heavy equipment repair, or tank manufacturing. In these high-heat, high-deposition environments, your contact tip takes a beating. The ESAB 996106 Contact Tube (1/16S) is built to handle the thermal stress and electrical load required for heavy MIG and Flux-Cored welding. This 5-pack ensures you aren't left scrambling for a spare when a tip finally wears out or fuses.
A worn contact tip is the silent killer of weld quality. As the bore keyholes (becomes oval-shaped), electrical contact becomes intermittent, leading to a wandering arc, excessive spatter, and frustrating burn-backs. These ESAB tips are machined with tight tolerances to fit 1.6mm wire perfectly, ensuring the current transfers efficiently right at the end of the gun. This stability allows you to focus on your puddle control and travel speed rather than fighting your equipment.
Designed for compatibility with specific ESAB and legacy MIG guns, these tips are easy to change and seat firmly to maximize heat dissipation. Keep your arc smooth and your downtime low by stocking up on quality consumables. Whether you are running gas-shielded flux core or solid steel wire, a fresh contact tip is the cheapest insurance for a perfect weld.
| Additional Information |
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| Packaging Description:pack of 5 |
| Brand:ESAB |
| Wire Diameter:1/16" (1.6mm) |
| Component Type:Contact Tube |
| Material:Copper Alloy |
| Process:MIG (GMAW), Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) |
