005-0686 - MK Products Python & Cobra Gun Idler Roll Replacement Kit

Restore Smooth Feeding with the MK Products Idler Roll Kit

Is your Python or Cobra gun starting to slip? Are you constantly adjusting the tension knob just to get the wire to feed consistently? It might be time to replace your idler roll. The MK Products 005-0686 Idler Roll Kit is the exact part you need to get your push-pull gun running like new again. We all know that in the world of aluminum welding, the feed system is everything. If your wire isn't moving smoothly, your beads are going to suffer, and you're going to waste time clearing birdnests and fixing burn-backs.

The idler roll is the unsung hero of your welding gun. It sits opposite the drive roll and makes sure the wire is pressed firmly enough to grip, but not so hard that it gets squashed. Over time, thousands of feet of wire passing over this little wheel can wear a groove into it or cause the bearing surface to wobble. When that happens, you lose that precise control that MK Products guns are famous for. You might notice the arc sputtering or the wire hesitating, especially when you are welding out of position or with the cable looped.

This kit comes with everything you need to swap out the old, worn part: a fresh, hardened steel idler roll, a new screw, and a washer. It fits a wide variety of MK guns, including the popular Python, CobraMX, and PrinceXL models. Installing it is a breeze and takes just a few minutes on the bench. Once installed, you'll notice an immediate difference in how the gun handles. You won't have to crank down the tension arm as hard, which saves your drive motor and protects your wire from deformation.

Don't let a ten-dollar part ruin a thousand-dollar job. Keeping a spare 005-0686 Idler Roll Kit in your toolbox is cheap insurance against feeding problems. Whether you are building boats, trailers, or aerospace components, consistent wire delivery is the key to a perfect stack of dimes. Trust genuine MK parts to keep your Cobramatic system performing at the level you expect. Get your gun back in the fight and keep your arc smooth with this essential replacement kit.