171435-012 - Tweco .045 Double Drive Roll Kit (2-Roll Set)

Smooth Feeding for Superior Welds

Frustrated by sputtering arcs and bird-nesting wire? The solution might be as simple as replacing your drive rolls. The Tweco 171435-012 Drive Roll Kit is designed to restore the smooth, reliable wire feeding you need for professional-grade welds. Specifically engineered for .045-inch wire, this kit includes everything you need to refresh the feed mechanism on your compatible Tweco or Thermal Arc welder. Worn drive rolls can slip, causing the wire speed to fluctuate, which leads to an erratic arc and frustrating weld defects. By installing this fresh set of rolls, you regain positive traction and precise control over your wire delivery.

This "Double Drive" kit includes two rolls, ensuring that your wire is guided and pushed effectively. The geometry of the grooves is optimized to grip .045" wire securely without crushing it. Crushed wire can become oval-shaped, leading to increased friction inside the gun liner and premature contact tip wear. These Tweco rolls maintain the wire's integrity, ensuring it slides smoothly right to the puddle. Whether you are a professional fabricator or a serious metalworker, consistent wire speed is the foundation of a good MIG weld.

Installation is straightforward, allowing you to get back to welding quickly. The hardened steel construction ensures these rolls will stand up to thousands of pounds of wire passing through them. Don't let a small maintenance item hold back your productivity. If you are running .045" wire and noticing feed issues, the Tweco 171435-012 Drive Roll Kit is the reliable upgrade your machine needs.

Keep your welds looking great and your machine running smoothly. This kit is a direct replacement part that brings factory-fresh performance back to your wire feeder. Say goodbye to slipping and stuttering, and hello to a consistent, buttery-smooth arc.