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11401246 - Tweco 14H-116 Heavy Duty Contact Tip 1/16 Inch (Pack of 25)

Packaging: 25 in a pack
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OVERVIEW

Reliable Performance with Tweco 14H-116 Heavy Duty Tips

For professional welders running 1/16" wire in heavy fabrication, structural steel, or flux-cored applications, the contact tip is the most critical point of power transfer. The Tweco 14H-116 Heavy Duty Contact Tip is built to withstand the rigors of high-heat welding. Unlike standard tips, the Heavy Duty 14H series offers a robust design with increased copper material, allowing it to handle the intense thermal cycles of 300-amp and 400-amp welding procedures without degrading rapidly.

Welders know that a worn contact tip causes erratic arcs, wandering puddles, and frustrating wire feed issues. The 14H-116 is designed to maintain its shape and bore integrity longer, keeping your arc focused and stable. The 1/16" bore is perfectly sized to guide heavy wires while ensuring solid electrical contact, which is vital for maintaining consistent voltage and penetration. Whether you are welding thick plate or running long beads on structural beams, these tips help prevent the "stuttering" arc caused by poor conductivity.

Installation is seamless with the industry-standard 3/8"-24 threading, fitting perfectly into your existing 54A or 52FN gas diffusers. These tips are compatible with some of the most popular guns in the industry, including the classic Tweco #3 and #4, and the widely used Lincoln Magnum 300 and 400 series. Don't let cheap aftermarket consumables compromise your weld quality or slow down your production. Stick with genuine Tweco 14H-116 tips for reliable, heavy-duty performance that keeps you welding longer between changes.

Benefits for the Welder:

  • Longer Life: Thicker walls resist melting and keyholing.
  • Stable Arc: Consistent electrical transfer reduces spatter.
  • Perfect Fit: Threads smoothly into standard diffusers.
  • Versatility: Ideal for both solid and flux-cored 1/16" wires.
Additional Information
Brand:Tweco
Item:Contact Tip
Wire Size:1/16"
Amperage:300 A, 400 A
Packaging Description:25 Per Ea
Series:14H Series (Heavy Duty)
Thread Size:3/8"-24 UNF
Material:Copper Alloy
Compatible Diffusers:54A, 52FN
Bore Size:0.0625" (1.6mm)
Part Number:14H-116

INCLUDED

  • (25) 14H-116 Heavy Duty Contact Tips (1/16")

APPLICATIONS

  • Heavy Structural Steel Fabrication
  • Shipbuilding and Marine Repair
  • Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
  • Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
  • Industrial MIG Welding (GMAW)
  • Pipe Welding

FAQ

The 14H-116 is designed for use with 1/16 inch (1.6mm) welding wire.

The 'H' indicates 'Heavy Duty'. These tips have a thicker outer wall compared to standard 14 series tips, providing better heat dissipation and durability for high-amperage welding.

This contact tip fits Tweco 54A and 52FN gas diffusers, as well as compatible diffusers from other brands that accept 3/8"-24 threads.

Yes, it is compatible with Lincoln Magnum 300 and 400 series MIG guns that are set up with Tweco-style back ends and consumables.

The thread size is standard 3/8"-24 UNF.

Yes, the 14H-116 is excellent for flux-cored applications using 1/16" wire, as the heavy-duty design handles the high heat typically associated with FCAW.

These tips are typically sold in packs of 25, though quantities may vary by distributor.

The 14-116 is a standard duty tip, while the 14H-116 is heavy duty. The 14H has a larger outer diameter (thicker wall) for better thermal management in high-amp applications.