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340P161069 - ESAB M6 x 28mm Contact Tip for 1.6mm Wire - E-Cu

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OVERVIEW

Keep Your Arc Stable with ESAB Precision Tips

Every welder knows that the contact tip is the unsung hero of the MIG gun. It is the final point where welding current is transferred to your wire, and its condition directly impacts the quality of your weld. The ESAB M6 x 28mm Contact Tip is designed to keep that current flowing smoothly. Built for 1.6mm (1/16") wire, this tip is ideal for those heavy-duty jobs where you are laying down serious metal. Whether you are working on structural steel, heavy machinery repair, or general fabrication, having a fresh, high-quality tip is the easiest way to prevent frustration on the job.

This tip is made from E-Cu (Electrolytic Copper), which is the industry standard for conductivity. What does that mean for you? It means the electricity gets to the wire efficiently, giving you a crisp, consistent start and a stable arc while you run your bead. Poor quality tips or worn-out bores can cause the wire to drag, stutter, or burn back, ruining your rhythm and potentially your weld. The smooth internal bore of this ESAB tip reduces friction, allowing the heavy 1.6mm wire to feed without hesitation.

Installation is quick and easy with the standard M6 thread. Simply unscrew your old, spattered tip and thread this one in. At 28mm long, it sits at the correct depth in your nozzle to ensure your shielding gas covers the puddle effectively. Don't let a cheap or worn-out tip compromise your work. Keep a pack of these ESAB tips in your toolbox so you are always ready to swap them out when the arc starts acting up. Consistent feeding, reliable ignition, and durable performance—that’s what you get with genuine ESAB consumables.

Additional Information
Brand:ESAB
Product Type:Contact Tip
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Thread Size:M6
Length:28 mm
Wire Diameter:1.6mm
Material:Electrolytic Copper (E-Cu)
Compatible Process:MIG/MAG Welding

INCLUDED

  • 1x ESAB Contact Tip M6 x 28mm (1.6mm Wire)

APPLICATIONS

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

FAQ

This contact tip features a standard M6 thread.

It is designed for 1.6mm (approximately 1/16 inch) welding wire.

E-Cu stands for Electrolytic Copper, a high-purity copper known for excellent electrical conductivity.

The total length of the tip is 28mm.

You should replace the tip if the wire hole becomes oval-shaped, if the wire frequently burns back, or if you experience erratic arc stability.

While E-Cu tips can be used, aluminum often expands more than steel; for critical aluminum work, specific aluminum-designated tips (often marked with an 'A') are sometimes preferred, but this standard tip will function if sized correctly.

No, 0.045" wire is approximately 1.2mm. Using 1.2mm wire in this 1.6mm tip would result in poor electrical contact and an unstable arc. You must match the tip size to the wire size.

It fits MIG torches that accept standard M6 threaded contact tips with a 28mm length, common in many ESAB and European-style gun configurations.