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11601782 - Tweco Velocity VTHET45 Contact Tip .045 Tapered Heavy Duty Extended (10-Pack)

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OVERVIEW

Tweco 1160-1782 Velocity Contact Tip - VTHET45 (10 Pack)

Upgrade your MIG gun performance with the Tweco Velocity VTHET45 Contact Tip, available in a convenient 10-pack. These premium consumables are designed to fit Tweco Fusion MIG guns and Spray Master guns outfitted with Velocity conductor tubes. The VTHET45 model is precision-drilled for 0.045" (1.2mm) welding wire and features a specialized Heavy Duty, Extended, Tapered profile. This configuration is ideal for welders who need the durability of a heavy-duty tip but require the reach and visibility of a tapered nozzle assembly.

The Tweco Velocity system represents a major leap forward in MIG consumable technology. By eliminating threads, Tweco has solved the common issues of tips seizing in the diffuser or vibrating loose during operation. The Velocity tip features a large surface area contact base that drops into the conductor tube, ensuring consistent electrical transfer. Because the shielding gas flows through channels in the tip itself, the arc remains stable even in drafty conditions, and the tip stays cooler, resisting spatter adhesion and burn-back.

For heavy industrial applications, the "Heavy Duty" designation means more copper mass to handle higher heat inputs, while the "Extended" length helps reach into deep V-grooves or fillet welds without obstructing the welder's view. Keep your downtime to a minimum and your weld quality high with these genuine Tweco consumables.

Product Specifications

  • Part Number: 1160-1782 (VTHET45)
  • Wire Compatibility: .045" (1.2mm)
  • Style: Threadless Drop-In
  • Shape: Tapered, Extended
  • Material: Solid Copper
Additional Information
Packaging Description:pack of 10
Brand:Tweco
Wire Diameter:0.045" (1.2 mm)
Consumable Type:Contact Tip
Series:Velocity
Tip Geometry:Tapered, Extended
Duty Rating:Heavy Duty
Part Number:VTHET45

INCLUDED

  • 10 x Tweco Velocity VTHET45 Contact Tips (.045" / 1.2mm)

APPLICATIONS

  • Heavy Industrial Fabrication
  • Automotive Manufacturing
  • Shipbuilding
  • Structural Steel Welding
  • Pipeline Welding
  • General Maintenance and Repair

FAQ

These tips are compatible with Tweco Fusion MIG guns and Tweco Spray Master guns that have been converted to the Velocity consumable platform.

The VTHET45 is designed for use with 0.045-inch (1.2 mm) welding wire.

No, the Velocity series features a threadless drop-in design. The tip is held in place by the adjustable nozzle, requiring no tools for installation.

VTHET stands for Velocity, Tapered, Heavy Duty, Extended, Tapered. It describes the series, duty rating, and physical shape of the tip.

This product (SKU 11601782) is a package containing 10 contact tips.

The gas ports allow shielding gas to flow through the tip, which actively cools the copper and provides a more laminar gas flow to the weld pool.

Yes, as long as the wire diameter is .045" and the gun is set up correctly, this copper tip can conduct current for flux-cored wires, though knurled drive rolls may be needed in the feeder.

An extended tapered tip provides better visibility of the arc and allows the welder to access tighter joints or deep grooves that a standard flush tip cannot reach.