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The ESAB 0219205601 Pressure Spring is a critical mechanical element within the wire drive assembly of compatible ESAB welding power sources and wire feeders. This compression spring is located within the pressure arm assembly, where its primary function is to exert a calibrated downward force onto the pressure roll (or upper drive roll). This force is what sandwiches the welding wire against the driven lower roll, generating the friction necessary to push the wire through the liner and out the contact tip.
The Importance of Correct Tension
In MIG/MAG welding, wire feed speed (WFS) must remain constant to maintain a stable arc and consistent amperage. If the pressure spring is fatigued or broken, the clamping force on the wire becomes insufficient. This results in "micro-slippage" where the drive rolls spin but the wire hesitates, causing burn-back or an unstable arc length. Conversely, incorrect spring rates can lead to excessive pressure that deforms flux-cored or aluminum wires, causing feeding issues downstream in the liner. This OEM spring provides the exact spring rate (k) intended by ESAB engineers for their feed units.
Maintenance and Replacement
Springs are consumable mechanical parts. During routine maintenance of the drive assembly—such as when changing drive rolls or cleaning wire guides—technicians should inspect the pressure spring for signs of permanent set (shortening) or corrosion. If the tension adjustment knob must be tightened significantly more than usual to achieve traction, the spring has likely lost its elasticity and requires replacement. This component is compatible with various ESAB feed units; please verify your machine's spare parts list (SPL) to confirm fitment of part number 0219205601.
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| Brand:ESAB |
| Packaging Description:1 Per Ea |
| Product Type:Pressure Spring |
| Material:Spring Steel |
| Application:Wire Feed Mechanism |
| Compatibility:ESAB Wire Feeders |
