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376246-013 - Tweco 2-Roll Drive Kit for 1/16 and 5/64 Inch Wire

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OVERVIEW

Restore Your Feeder's Performance

Is your wire feeder struggling to maintain a consistent speed? Are you experiencing erratic arcs or frequent bird-nesting? It might be time to inspect your drive rolls. The Tweco 376246-013 Drive Roll Kit is the factory-authentic replacement solution for welders running 1/16" and 5/64" wire. Over time, the grooves in drive rolls can wear down, losing their ability to grip the wire effectively. This leads to operators increasing the tension knob unnecessarily, which strains the motor and deforms the wire. Replacing your rolls is a simple, cost-effective maintenance task that restores your machine to peak performance.

This kit is designed for 2-roll drive systems, providing the traction needed to push heavy wire through the gun cable smoothly. The dual-groove design or specific sizing (depending on the exact sub-variant of the kit) ensures that you have the right contact surface for the wire diameter you are running. 1/16-inch and 5/64-inch wires are substantial sizes often used in heavy equipment repair and fabrication; they require a drive system that is in top condition to prevent feeding issues. Installing this kit helps ensure that your wire feed speed matches your voltage setting perfectly, giving you the control you need over the weld puddle.

Welders Supply Company recommends keeping a spare drive roll kit on hand. When you switch wire sizes for a new job, having the correct rolls immediately available prevents the temptation to use "close enough" sizes that result in poor weld quality. This Tweco kit is built to OEM standards, guaranteeing durability and precise fitment. Don't let worn consumables compromise your welds—upgrade your feed mechanism with genuine Tweco parts.

Why Choose Genuine Tweco Parts?

  • Optimal Traction: Restores the grip needed for smooth feeding without excessive tension.
  • Long Service Life: Hardened materials resist wear even with abrasive flux-cored wires.
  • Easy Maintenance: Simple to install, getting you back to welding in minutes.
Additional Information
Brand:Tweco
Item:Drive Roll Kit
Packaging Description:pack of 1
Wire Diameter:1/16", 5/64"
System Type:2-Roll System
Accessory Type:Drive Roll Kit

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Upper Drive Roll
  • 1 x Lower Drive Roll
  • Installation Hardware (if applicable to specific kit configuration)

APPLICATIONS

  • Heavy Industrial Fabrication
  • Structural Steel Welding
  • Shipbuilding and Marine Repair
  • Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
  • General Maintenance and Repair (MRO)

FAQ

This kit is designed for use with 1/16 inch (1.6mm) and 5/64 inch (2.0mm) welding wires.

This specific kit (376246-013) is designed for a 2-roll wire feed system.

Yes, provided the wire diameter matches (1/16" or 5/64"). These larger diameters are commonly flux-cored. Ensure the groove type matches your specific wire requirements if specified.

Signs of wear include wire slippage despite correct tension, visual flattening of the groove teeth (if knurled), or erratic wire feeding. If you have to overtighten the tensioner to get the wire to feed, the rolls are likely worn.

The kit typically focuses on the drive rolls themselves. Please check your specific feeder manual to see if the inlet guide is a separate part number for these wire sizes.

This is a genuine Tweco product, ensuring compatibility with Tweco and compatible ESAB/Thermal Arc wire feeders.

Using the wrong size can cause the wire to slip (if the groove is too big) or be crushed/deformed (if the groove is too small), leading to poor arc stability and liner clogging.

No, changing drive rolls on Tweco feeders is typically a tool-less or simple operation involving removing a retaining cap or screw, swapping the rolls, and re-securing.