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14001041 - Tweco 45TF-40-10 Teflon Liner for Aluminum Wire 10ft

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OVERVIEW

Smooth Aluminum Feeding with Tweco Teflon Liners

If you have ever tried to run aluminum wire through a standard steel MIG liner, you know the frustration of constant burn-backs, bird-nests at the feeder, and an arc that sputters just when you need it to be smooth. The solution is simple but essential: the Tweco 45TF-40-10 Teflon Conduit. This 10-foot liner is built to solve the specific friction problems associated with pushing soft aluminum wire through a MIG gun cable.

Aluminum wire is much softer than steel and lacks the column strength to push through high-friction areas. This Tweco liner is made from slick, high-quality Teflon that allows the wire to slide effortlessly from the feeder to the contact tip. By reducing drag, it takes the strain off your drive rolls and ensures the wire speed remains constant, which is the secret to that perfect "spray transfer" hum when welding aluminum. It is sized perfectly for the most common aluminum wire sizes, 0.035" and 3/64", making it a versatile addition to your welding kit.

Installing this liner in your Tweco #4 or #5 MIG gun is a quick way to instantly improve your aluminum welding results. Whether you are fabricating boat hulls, repairing trailers, or working on custom automotive parts, you can't afford downtime caused by feed issues. The 45TF-40-10 is designed to resist kinking while remaining flexible enough to maneuver around your workpiece. It acts as a smooth highway for your filler metal, protecting it from contamination and physical damage.

Don't let equipment limitations hold back your craftsmanship. When switching your machine over for an aluminum job, always swap in a fresh Tweco Teflon liner. It is a small investment that pays off in cleaner welds, less frustration, and faster project completion. Keep your aluminum running smooth and your arc steady with genuine Tweco consumables.

Additional Information
Brand:Tweco
Item:Liner
Length:10 ft
Wire Type:Aluminum
Wire Size:3/64", 0.035"
Material:Polytetrafluoroethylene (Teflon)
Series:45 Series
Part Number:45TF-40-10
Packaging Description:pack of 1

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Tweco 45TF-40-10 Teflon Conduit Liner (10 ft)

APPLICATIONS

  • Aluminum boat manufacturing and repair
  • Automotive aluminum fabrication
  • Trailer manufacturing
  • Signage and architectural aluminum welding
  • General non-ferrous fabrication

FAQ

This liner is specifically designed for soft wires, primarily aluminum and aluminum alloys. It can also be used with silicon bronze.

No, it is not recommended. Hard steel wire acts like a file and will quickly cut through the soft Teflon material, ruining the liner.

The liner is 10 feet (approximately 3 meters) long.

It fits Tweco Professional No. 4 and No. 5 series guns, as well as Spray Master 350 and 450 series guns configured for 10ft cables.

It is sized for wire diameters from 0.035 inches (0.9mm) up to 3/64 inches (1.2mm).

Aluminum is soft and creates high friction against steel. Teflon reduces this friction, preventing the wire from buckling (bird-nesting) and ensuring smooth feeding.

Measure carefully against the gun assembly. Use a sharp knife or liner cutter to ensure a clean, flat cut without crushing the tube, ensuring it seats flush against the gas diffuser or collet.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

Spec Sheet