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0468500001 - ESAB M6 CuCrZr Contact Tip 0.6mm x 27mm (10-Pack)

Packaging: pack of 10
$6.84/EA $32.00/pack of 10 only $3.20/EASave 53%

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OVERVIEW

Keep Your Arc Stable with ESAB CuCrZr Tips

Every welder knows that the contact tip is the unsung hero of the MIG gun. It’s the final point of current transfer before the arc strikes, and if it fails, your weld quality goes out the window. The ESAB 0468500001 is not your average copper tip; it is crafted from a Copper-Chromium-Zirconium (CuCrZr) alloy. Why does that matter? Standard copper gets soft when it gets hot. As you weld, a soft tip wears out into an oval shape (keyholing), causing the wire to wander and the arc to stutter. CuCrZr stays hard even when red-hot, meaning this tip keeps its shape and keeps your wire centered far longer than the cheap stuff.

This tip is sized for 0.6mm (0.023") wire, which is the go-to size for auto body work, exhaust tubing, and thin sheet fabrication. If you are running thin wire, you need a tip that doesn't drag or snag. ESAB's precision manufacturing ensures the bore is smooth and perfectly sized to feed that fine wire without friction. The M6 thread and 27mm length fit a variety of torches, including many in the ESAB PSF line. If you are tired of your wire sticking or your arc sputtering halfway through a job, it might be time to upgrade your consumables.

Sold in a pack of 10, this kit keeps your toolbox stocked so you aren't left scrambling when a tip finally does wear out. Whether you are a professional fabricator running beads all day or a serious hobbyist restoring a classic car, using high-quality alloy tips is one of the easiest ways to improve your consistency. Stop fighting your equipment and start stacking dimes with confidence.

Why Choose CuCrZr?

  • Longer Life: Resists heat deformation better than standard copper.
  • Better Starts: Consistent electrical contact means fewer stuttering starts.
  • Less Downtime: Spend more time welding and less time swapping parts.
Additional Information
Brand:ESAB
Packaging Description:pack of 10
Material Composition:CuCrZr (Copper-Chromium-Zirconium)
Wire Diameter:0.6mm (0.023")
Thread Size:M6
Length:27 mm
Product Type:Contact Tip

INCLUDED

  • 10 x ESAB CuCrZr Contact Tips (0.6mm / M6 x 27mm)

APPLICATIONS

  • Automotive body repair and restoration
  • Thin sheet metal fabrication
  • HVAC ductwork welding
  • Light manufacturing and assembly
  • Robotic and automated welding cells

FAQ

E-Cu (Electrolytic Copper) is standard copper, which conducts well but softens at high temperatures. CuCrZr (Copper-Chromium-Zirconium) is an alloy that retains its hardness at much higher temperatures, resisting wear and keyholing for a longer service life.

This contact tip is designed specifically for 0.6mm (0.023-inch) welding wire.

The tip features a standard M6 thread and has an overall length of 27mm.

It fits MIG guns that accept M6 threaded tips with a 27mm length. This is a common size for many ESAB PSF torches and some Binzel-style torches, but you should always check your torch's manual or measure your existing tip to confirm.

This product is sold as a pack of 10 contact tips.

Replace the tip when the exit hole becomes oval-shaped (keyholed), if the wire frequently burns back and fuses to the tip, or if you experience erratic arc starts and unstable current transfer.

While the material is suitable, 0.6mm aluminum wire is extremely difficult to feed and rarely used. Aluminum usually requires slightly oversized tips to accommodate thermal expansion. This tip is best suited for steel, stainless steel, or silicon bronze wire.

Yes, this is a genuine ESAB consumable, part number 0468500001.