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0153501007 - ESAB M6 Contact Tip 1.6mm (1/16 Inch) - 10 Pack

Packaging: pack of 10
$17.11/EA $114.30/pack of 10 only $11.43/EASave 33%

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OVERVIEW

Reliable Performance with ESAB M6 Contact Tips

For professional welders, the contact tip is where the rubber meets the road—or rather, where the power meets the wire. The ESAB M6 Contact Tip for 1.6mm (1/16") wire is built to handle the demands of heavy-duty welding tasks. When you are running large diameter wires, you are likely pushing high amperage and depositing significant amounts of metal. In these high-heat scenarios, you need a contact tip that maintains its shape and conductivity to ensure a stable, buttery smooth arc. Generic tips often soften too quickly, leading to keyholing (where the hole becomes oval), which causes the wire to wander and the arc to become erratic. ESAB tips are crafted to resist this wear, keeping your focus on the puddle, not on troubleshooting your gun.

This 10-pack is an essential addition to any welder's toolbox or shop supply cabinet. Running out of contact tips in the middle of a job is a frustration every fabricator wants to avoid. With ten precision-made tips in one package, you ensure that you have fresh consumables ready whenever you notice arc instability or wire drag. The M6 thread is one of the most common sizes in the industry, fitting a wide variety of MIG torches, including the popular ESAB PSF series and many Euro-style guns. Installation is quick and easy, allowing you to get back under the hood in seconds.

Using the correct size tip for your wire is non-negotiable for quality results. This tip is specifically drilled for 1.6mm (1/16") wire, providing the perfect balance between clearance for feeding and tight contact for electrical transfer. If the tip is too tight, the wire jams; if it's too loose, you lose arc power. ESAB hits the sweet spot. Whether you are welding thick structural beams, repairing heavy machinery, or fabricating industrial vessels, these contact tips provide the consistency you need to lay down perfect beads pass after pass.

Why Choose ESAB Tips?

  • Better Arc Starts: Clean electrical contact ensures instant arc ignition.
  • Longer Life: Durable copper alloy resists heat deformation.
  • Smooth Feeding: Precision bore reduces friction and bird-nesting risks.
  • Value: The 10-pack ensures you get professional quality at a cost-effective price point.
Additional Information
Packaging Description:10 PER EA
Brand:ESAB
Thread Size:M6
Wire Diameter:1.6mm, 1/16"
Component Type:Contact Tip
Material:Copper Alloy
Process:MIG/MAG

INCLUDED

  • 10 x ESAB M6 Contact Tips (1.6mm / 1/16")

APPLICATIONS

  • Heavy Structural Steel Fabrication
  • Shipbuilding and Marine Repair
  • Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
  • Industrial Pipe Welding
  • General Fabrication using 1.6mm (1/16") wire

FAQ

This contact tip features a standard M6 thread.

It is designed for use with 1.6mm (1/16 inch) welding wire.

The package contains 10 contact tips.

Yes, this is a genuine ESAB product with the SKU 0153501007.

You should replace the tip if the exit hole becomes oval (keyholed), if the wire frequently burns back to the tip, or if you experience erratic arc starts and instability.

Yes, provided you are using 1.6mm aluminum wire and the tip fits your torch. However, for aluminum, ensure the liner and drive rolls are also appropriate for soft wire.

It fits MIG guns that accept M6 threaded contact tips. This is a very common standard, but you should check your specific torch manual to confirm compatibility.

The contact tip bore must match the wire size to ensure proper electrical contact. A tip that is too large will cause poor conductivity and an unstable arc, while a tip that is too small will cause feeding jams.