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10-6120 - Tweco .024/.030 V-Groove Drive Roll for Solid Wire

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OVERVIEW

Smooth Feeding for Consistent Welds

Nothing ruins a good bead faster than a stuttering wire feed. If you are fighting with bird-nesting or an unstable arc, your drive rolls might be the culprit. The Tweco 10-6120 V-Groove Drive Roll is designed to get your machine feeding smoothly again. This roll is specifically built for running solid wires—like your standard ER70S-6 mild steel or stainless steel MIG wire. It features a smooth V-shaped groove that grips the hard wire firmly without crushing it, ensuring the wire travels down the liner with consistent speed and tension. This consistency is key to maintaining a steady voltage and achieving that perfect "sizzling bacon" sound we all look for.

One of the best features of this drive roll is its versatility. It is a dual-sided, reversible roll, meaning you get two sizes in one handy part. One side is machined for .024-inch wire, perfect for thin auto body work, while the flip side handles .030-inch wire for slightly heavier gauge materials. Changing sizes is as simple as taking the roll off, flipping it over, and reinstalling it. This saves you from having to keep track of multiple tiny parts in your toolbox. The hardened steel construction means this roll won't wear out quickly, even if you are burning wire all day long.

Installation is straightforward and takes only seconds, getting you back under the hood faster. When installing, remember that V-groove rolls require just enough tension to feed the wire without slipping; over-tightening can flatten the wire and cause liner drag. By using this genuine Tweco part, you ensure a perfect fit for your feeder, eliminating the headaches associated with generic, ill-fitting components. Whether you are in the garage or on the production line, reliable feeding starts here.

Additional Information
Wire Diameter:0.024", 0.030"
Groove Type:V-Groove
Compatible Wire Type:Solid Wire, Mild Steel, Stainless Steel
Brand:Tweco
Part Number:10-6120
Material:Hardened Steel
Configuration:Reversible
Packaging Description:pack of 1

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Tweco 10-6120 V-Groove Drive Roll (.024/.030)

APPLICATIONS

  • Automotive body repair (.024" wire)
  • Light fabrication and sheet metal work (.030" wire)
  • General maintenance and repair welding
  • Feeding solid mild steel MIG wire
  • Feeding solid stainless steel MIG wire

FAQ

V-groove drive rolls are designed specifically for solid hard wires, such as mild steel and stainless steel. They provide traction without deforming the solid wire.

No, it is not recommended. Flux-cored wire is softer and requires a knurled (serrated) drive roll to grip the wire without crushing it. Using a V-groove on flux-core may lead to slipping.

The roll is reversible. To switch sizes, simply remove the retaining mechanism, flip the drive roll over so the desired size marking is facing the correct orientation (usually inward or outward depending on the feeder design), and reinstall.

No. Aluminum wire is soft and requires a U-groove drive roll to prevent deformation and shaving. Using a V-groove on aluminum will likely cause feeding issues and wire damage.

This drive roll is manufactured from hardened steel to resist wear from the constant friction of the welding wire.

Drive rolls should be replaced when the grooves become worn, causing the wire to slip even under proper tension, or if the grooves become clogged with debris that cannot be cleaned.

No, the SKU 10-6120 typically refers to the drive roll only. Inlet guides and other feeder accessories are sold separately.

Too little tension causes slipping and erratic feeding. Too much tension can deform the wire (making it oval), which increases wear on the contact tip and liner, leading to poor arc stability.