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0334967880 - ESAB Heavy Duty MIG Wire Straightener

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OVERVIEW

Smoother Feeding for Better Welds

Struggling with wire feeding issues or an unstable arc? The ESAB Heavy Duty Wire Straightener (0334967880) might be exactly what your setup needs. Every welder knows that wire coming off the spool has a natural curve (cast) and twist (helix). While modern wire feeders are powerful, this curvature can cause the wire to drag inside the liner, scrape against the contact tip, and flip around as it exits the gun. This leads to an unstable arc and frustration during the weld.

This heavy-duty straightener mounts to your system and uses precision rollers to iron out those kinks before the wire even hits the drive rolls. The result is a dead-straight wire that glides through your liner and comes out of the contact tip exactly where you point it. This is especially useful if you are running stiff wires, large diameter flux-cored wires, or if you have a long gun cable where friction builds up.

Built tough by ESAB, this accessory is designed to last. It features easy-to-adjust knobs so you can dial in the perfect amount of straightening pressure without deforming the wire. Whether you are a professional fabricator looking to improve consistency or a shop owner trying to reduce consumable waste, this straightener is a smart investment for smoother, hassle-free welding.

Why You Need This

  • Consistent Arc: Keeps the wire aimed exactly where you want it.
  • Less Downtime: Reduces bird-nesting and liner clogging.
  • Versatile: Works great for MIG and Flux-Cored applications.
Additional Information
Brand:ESAB
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Product Type:Wire Straightener
Construction:Heavy Duty
Function:Removes Cast and Helix
Application:MIG Welding, Submerged Arc Welding, Automated Welding

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Heavy Duty Wire Straightener Assembly
  • Mounting Hardware (if applicable)
  • Adjustment Knobs

APPLICATIONS

  • Automated and Robotic Welding Cells
  • Heavy Fabrication Shops
  • Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)
  • Long Conduit Wire Feeding Setups
  • Structural Steel Welding

FAQ

A wire straightener removes the natural cast (curvature) and helix (twist) from the welding wire as it comes off the spool, ensuring it feeds smoothly and exits the contact tip straight.

Yes, this heavy-duty straightener is designed to handle various wire types, including solid, flux-cored, and metal-cored wires, provided the pressure is adjusted correctly to avoid crushing softer wires.

The unit typically features adjustment knobs or screws that allow you to change the pressure exerted by the rollers. You should tighten them just enough to straighten the wire without deforming its cross-section.

While designed for ESAB systems, compatibility depends on the specific model of the wire feeder. Please check your feeder's manual or mounting points to ensure the 0334967880 fits your equipment.

Yes. By straightening the wire, it passes through the contact tip with less friction and 'keyholing' (wearing an oval shape), which significantly extends the life of the tip.

Absolutely. It is labeled 'Heavy Duty' and is constructed to withstand the rigorous demands of continuous industrial welding environments.

Wire straighteners can be used with aluminum, but extreme care must be taken not to shave or deform the soft wire. Specialized rollers or lower pressure settings are often recommended for aluminum.

It is typically mounted on the inlet side of the wire feeder, before the drive rolls, to ensure the wire is straight before it is pushed into the gun liner.