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265255 - Miller .035 Aluminum U-Groove Drive Roll Kit (4-Roll Set)

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OVERVIEW

Smooth Aluminum Feeding Starts Here

If you have ever wrestled with a bird-nest of aluminum wire at the feeder inlet, you know that feeding soft wire requires the right tools. The Miller 265255 Drive Roll Kit is designed specifically to solve the headaches associated with MIG welding aluminum. Unlike standard knurled or V-groove rolls that can chew up soft wire, these rolls feature a smooth U-Groove that gently grips the wire without crushing it.

Why the Polished Finish Matters: Aluminum is sticky and soft. Rough drive rolls can shave off tiny flakes of metal as the wire passes through. These shavings accumulate in your gun liner and contact tip, leading to erratic feeding and frustrating arc instability. This Miller kit features a high-polish finish that eliminates those sharp edges, allowing the wire to feed cleanly and consistently. The result is a steady arc and less time spent clearing out your liner.

This kit is built for 0.035-inch wire and fits Miller 4-roll drive systems. Using a 4-roll system with these U-grooves gives you the best possible grip with the least amount of drive roll pressure, further protecting the wire from deformation. Whether you are fabricating aluminum trailers, repairing boat hulls, or working on custom automotive parts, upgrading to the correct U-groove drive rolls is the single most effective upgrade you can make for your aluminum setup.

Additional Information
Brand:Miller
Packaging Description:pack of 1
Wire Diameter:0.035" (0.9 mm)
Groove Type:U-Groove
Material Compatibility:Aluminum
Finish:Polished
System Compatibility:4-Roll Wire Drive Systems

INCLUDED

  • (4) Polished U-Groove Drive Rolls for .035" Aluminum Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Aluminum MIG Welding
  • Automotive Fabrication
  • Marine Repair
  • Sign Manufacturing
  • Industrial Aluminum Fabrication

FAQ

V-groove rolls are designed for hard wires like steel, biting into the wire for grip. U-groove rolls are designed for soft wires like aluminum; they cradle the wire to provide friction without deforming or shaving the metal.

It is not recommended. While they might feed, V-groove rolls provide better traction for hard steel wire. U-grooves are specifically optimized for soft alloys like aluminum.

This kit is designed specifically for 0.035-inch (0.9 mm) welding wire.

The polished finish reduces friction and prevents the drive rolls from shaving the soft aluminum wire, which helps keep the liner and contact tip free of debris.

This kit is designated as a 4-roll kit, meaning it is intended for wire feeders equipped with a four-roll drive assembly.

No, it fits specific Miller wire feeders that utilize this style of drive roll and a 4-roll system. Always check your welder's manual for the correct part number compatibility.

Using V-groove or knurled rolls on aluminum often causes the wire to flatten or shave, leading to 'bird-nesting' at the feeder, clogged liners, and poor arc performance.