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11601193 - Tweco 16RZT-52 Robotic Contact Tip, 0.052 in, Zirconium (25-Pack)

Packaging: pack of 25
$9.60/EA $172.25/pack of 25 only $6.89/EASave 28%

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OVERVIEW

Keep Your Robots Running with Tweco Durability

Maximize the uptime of your automated welding lines with the Tweco 16RZT-52 Robotic Contact Tip. In high-volume production environments, every minute the robot stops to change a burnt-out contact tip is a minute of lost revenue. That is why Tweco designed the 16RZT series specifically for the punishment of robotic applications. These tips are built to last longer, perform better, and keep your arc burning smoothly so you can hit your production targets shift after shift. This package contains 25 premium contact tips, ensuring your maintenance crib is well-stocked and ready for continuous operation.

The 16RZT-52 is sized for 0.052-inch wire, a common diameter for heavy structural and automotive welding. What sets this tip apart is its Zirconium-enhanced copper construction. Standard copper tips can get soft and wear out quickly when subjected to the high heat of continuous robotic welding. The Zirconium alloy in these tips hardens the material, making it highly resistant to wear and erosion. This means the hole at the end of the tip stays round longer, providing better electrical contact and more accurate wire placement. When the wire feeds smoothly and the arc starts reliably, you get fewer alarms, less spatter, and better-looking welds.

These tips feature the classic Tweco 16 Series heavy-duty design with a threaded base for a secure fit that won't loosen up during operation. They are compatible with standard Tweco robotic MIG guns and other systems utilizing 16-series consumables. Whether you are welding heavy plate, automotive chassis components, or general fabrication assemblies, the Tweco 16RZT-52 offers the reliability you need. By investing in a 25-pack of these high-performance tips, you are investing in smoother operations, fewer interruptions, and consistent weld quality that your customers can trust.

Additional Information
Brand:Tweco
Item:Contact Tip
Wire Size:0.052"
Packaging Description:25 Per Ea
Material:Copper Zirconium
Series:16 Series
Application:Robotic Welding
Thread Type:3/8"-24 UNF

INCLUDED

  • (25) Tweco 16RZT-52 Robotic Contact Tips

APPLICATIONS

  • Automated robotic welding cells
  • High-volume automotive manufacturing
  • Heavy equipment fabrication
  • Continuous duty cycle production lines
  • Structural steel welding automation

FAQ

This contact tip is precision-drilled for 0.052-inch (1.3 mm) welding wire.

The 'Z' indicates a Copper-Zirconium alloy. This material withstands higher temperatures without softening, resisting wear and keyholing much better than standard E-Cu copper tips, making them ideal for robotics.

This product is a package of 25 contact tips.

Yes, as long as the manual MIG gun uses Tweco 16 Series consumables (often found on 300A-400A guns). However, the robotic features (Zirconium alloy) are premium upgrades that benefit manual welders too.

The tip features a standard 3/8"-24 UNF thread for secure mounting into the gas diffuser.

In robotics, a worn tip changes the Tool Center Point (TCP) and electrical stick-out, leading to off-seam welds or arc start failures. Longer-lasting tips maintain TCP accuracy and reduce line stoppages.

Yes, provided the flux-cored wire diameter is 0.052 inches. The heavy-duty design handles the heat of flux-cored welding well.