11401106 - Tweco 14-116 Contact Tip 1/16 Inch (25 Pack)

Tweco 14-116 Standard Contact Tip (25 Pack) - 1/16"

The Tweco 14-116 is a standard duty contact tip designed for use with 1/16-inch (1.6mm) welding wire. This product comes in a bulk package of 25, making it an ideal choice for industrial environments where consumable turnover is frequent. Part of the widely used 14 Series, this contact tip features a 1/4"-28 threaded base, allowing for quick and secure installation into standard gas diffusers found on Tweco No. 2, 3, and 4 MIG guns, as well as Spray Master and Eliminator models.

Manufactured from a robust copper alloy, the 14-116 tip excels in thermal and electrical conductivity. In MIG welding (GMAW) and Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), the contact tip is the final point of current transfer to the electrode. A high-quality tip like the 14-116 ensures that this transfer is efficient, stabilizing the arc and reducing spatter. The internal bore is machined to a specific tolerance (typically 0.073" for 1/16" wire) to accommodate the wire diameter while accounting for thermal expansion during welding.

Using the correct contact tip size is crucial for preventing micro-arcing inside the tip, which can cause premature failure and erratic wire feeding. The Tweco 14-116 is optimized for 1/16" wire, providing the necessary contact surface area without creating excessive friction. This balance helps extend the life of the tip and the liner, contributing to a smoother overall welding operation.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 1140-1106 (14-116)
• Wire Compatibility: 1/16" (1.6mm)
• Material: Copper Alloy
• Thread Size: 1/4"-28 UNF
• Overall Length: 1.50" (38.1mm)
• Outside Diameter: 0.375" (9.5mm)

Whether you are running solid wire or flux-cored wire, the Tweco 14-116 delivers the consistency required for code-quality welds. Its compatibility with a vast ecosystem of Tweco-style guns makes it a versatile inventory item for any welding supply room.