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W6000804 - Lincoln Electric Outlet Guide for .035-.045 Wire

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OVERVIEW

Keep Your Wire Running Smoothly

There is nothing more frustrating than a wire feeder that constantly jams or feeds erratically. Often, the culprit isn't the gun or the liner—it's the small guide right next to the drive rolls. The Lincoln Electric W6000804 Outlet Guide is the exact replacement part you need if you are running .035" or .045" wire. This little component does a big job: it catches the wire as it leaves the drive rolls and funnels it perfectly into your MIG gun cable, preventing it from buckling or shaving.

Stop Birdnesting Before It Starts

If you have ever opened up your wire feeder to find a tangled mess of wire (a "birdnest") right after the drive rolls, you know the pain of downtime. This usually happens when the wire isn't supported properly as it leaves the rolls. This outlet guide is designed to sit tight against the rolls, giving the wire nowhere to go but down the liner. It is a cheap insurance policy against wasted wire and lost time. If your old guide is worn out, grooved, or clogged with debris, swapping it for a fresh W6000804 will make your machine feel brand new again.

Quick and Easy Replacement

You don't need to be a service technician to install this. It fits directly into the guide slot on compatible Lincoln feeders. Just remove the old one, slide this one in, and you are ready to weld. It is built tough to handle solid steel, flux-cored, and stainless wires without wearing out prematurely. Whether you are in a production shop or a home garage, keeping a spare outlet guide on hand is a smart move to ensure your projects never get stalled by a feeding issue.

Additional Information
Brand:Lincoln Electric
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Wire Diameter Compatibility:0.035 in, 0.045 in
Part Type:Outlet Guide
Material:Steel

INCLUDED

  • 1 x W6000804 Outlet Guide (.035-.045)
  • Installation Instructions

APPLICATIONS

  • General Fabrication using .035" or .045" wire
  • Automotive Repair
  • Structural Steel Welding
  • Heavy Equipment Repair
  • Maintenance and Repair Operations (MRO)

FAQ

This outlet guide is designed for wire diameters of .035 inches (0.9mm) and .045 inches (1.2mm).

It is installed in the wire feeder assembly, specifically at the outlet side of the drive rolls, guiding the wire into the gun or conduit.

Yes, the W6000804 is a genuine OEM part manufactured by Lincoln Electric.

Inspect the inner bore for grooves or wear patterns. If the wire catches, drags, or if you experience frequent birdnesting, the guide likely needs replacement.

While the size may match, aluminum wire typically requires nylon or teflon guides to prevent shaving. This metal guide is best suited for steel and stainless steel wires.

No, it is specific to certain Lincoln Electric wire feeder models. Please check your machine's parts manual to confirm compatibility.

No, this SKU is for the outlet guide only. Inlet guides are sold separately.

Using a guide that is too large can allow the wire to buckle (birdnest), while a guide that is too small will cause friction and drag.