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952592 - ESAB Wire Feeder Pressure Arm Assembly

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$109.13/EA $67.24/pack of 1 only $67.24/EASave 38%

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OVERVIEW

Fix Your Feed Issues with a New Pressure Arm

Is your wire slipping? Does your MIG gun feel like it's stuttering, ruining your bead just when you're getting into the groove? Often, the culprit isn't your settings or your liner—it's the mechanical pressure arm inside your wire feeder. The ESAB Pressure Arm Complete (952592) is the direct replacement part you need to get your machine running smoothly again. This isn't just a piece of plastic and metal; it's the muscle that makes sure your drive rolls grip the wire firmly without crushing it.

We know that in a busy shop, equipment takes a beating. The pressure arm is constantly under tension and is frequently adjusted, opened, and closed every time you change a spool. Eventually, the locking mechanism can wear out, or the arm itself can crack, leading to inconsistent pressure. When that happens, no amount of tightening the tension knob will fix the problem. In fact, overtightening a worn arm can burn out your feed motor. The smart fix is to swap out the old assembly with this brand-new, genuine ESAB part.

Installing the ESAB Pressure Arm Complete is usually a straightforward repair that you can do right in the shop. It is designed to drop straight into place on compatible ESAB feeders, restoring that crisp, positive lock-down you felt when the machine was new. Once installed, you'll notice an immediate improvement in feed consistency. No more sputtering arc caused by the wire stopping and starting. No more frustration trying to dial in a machine that mechanically can't hold the wire.

Don't let a small part hold up a big job. Keep your arc steady and your welds clean by ensuring your wire feeder is in top shape. If you've checked your liner, tip, and drive rolls and still have feed issues, check your pressure arm. If it's loose, cracked, or worn, this ESAB replacement is exactly what you need to get back to welding like a pro.

Additional Information
Brand:ESAB
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Product Type:Pressure Arm Assembly
Application:Wire Feeder Repair
Component Type:Drive Roll Tensioner

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Complete Pressure Arm Assembly
  • Installation Hardware (if integrated)

APPLICATIONS

  • Repairing ESAB wire feed units with worn tension mechanisms
  • Restoring consistent wire feeding in MIG/MAG welding
  • Replacing cracked or broken pressure arms
  • General maintenance of industrial welding equipment

FAQ

The pressure arm holds the idle roll against the drive roll, sandwiching the welding wire to ensure it is pushed through the liner and gun at a consistent speed.

Signs include visible cracks in the arm, a tension knob that won't hold its setting, the arm popping open during welding, or inconsistent wire feeding that isn't fixed by changing the liner or tip.

Yes, this is a genuine ESAB OEM replacement part, ensuring correct fit and material quality.

No, it is specific to certain wire feed units. Please check your machine's spare parts manual or exploded diagram to confirm the part number 952592 matches your equipment.

Typically, the pressure arm complete includes the arm mechanism itself. Drive rolls are usually sold separately as they vary by wire size and type.

Set it just tight enough so the wire feeds smoothly without slipping, but not so tight that it deforms the wire. You should be able to stop the wire at the tip with light force while the rolls slip.

Indirectly, yes. If the arm is worn, operators often overtighten the tension to compensate, which increases drag and load on the wire feed motor, potentially shortening its life.

Installation is generally simple and requires basic hand tools, but you should always disconnect power to the machine before performing any repairs.