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44N-116-15 - Tweco 44N-116-15 Nylon Liner for Aluminum Wire .045-1/16 15ft

Packaging: 1 of each
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OVERVIEW

Smooth Aluminum Feeding with Tweco 44N-116-15

Struggling with bird-nests and erratic wire feeding while welding aluminum? The Tweco 44N-116-15 Nylon Liner is the solution you need. Designed specifically for the unique challenges of aluminum MIG welding, this 15-foot conduit replaces your standard steel liner to provide a slick, friction-free path for your wire. Aluminum wire is soft and prone to buckling; running it through a steel coil liner often leads to shavings clogging the gun or the wire binding up completely. This nylon "teflon-style" liner eliminates those headaches.

This liner is built to fit standard Tweco #3 and #4 MIG guns, making it a perfect upgrade or replacement for your existing setup. It handles wire sizes from .045" up to 1/16", covering the most common heavy-duty aluminum applications. Whether you are fabricating boat hulls, trailers, or custom aluminum parts, consistent wire delivery is key to a good bead. This liner ensures the wire arrives at the contact tip smooth and straight, letting you focus on your puddle rather than fighting your equipment.

Don't let feed problems ruin your welds. Swapping to a proper nylon conduit is one of the most cost-effective ways to improve your aluminum welding performance. The Tweco 44N-116-15 is durable, easy to trim to length, and essential for any welder tackling aluminum projects with a 15-foot gun assembly.

Key Benefits for Welders

  • Zero Drag: Slick nylon interior lets wire glide freely.
  • No Shavings: Prevents the wire from scraping against metal coils.
  • Perfect Fit: Designed for trusted Tweco 300A and 400A guns.
  • Versatile: Handles both .045 and 1/16 wire sizes.
Additional Information
Brand:Tweco
Item:Liner
Length:15 ft
Wire Size:0.045", 1/16"
Wire Type:Aluminum
Packaging Description:1 per each
Material:Nylon, Polytetrafluoroethylene (Teflon)
Series:44 Series
Part Number:1440-1012
Compatibility:Tweco No. 3, Tweco No. 4, Lincoln Magnum 300/400 (Tweco Style)

INCLUDED

  • 1x Tweco 44N-116-15 Nylon Conduit Liner (15 ft)
  • Installation Instructions

APPLICATIONS

  • Aluminum MIG Welding
  • Shipbuilding and Marine Fabrication
  • Automotive Aluminum Repair
  • Trailer Manufacturing
  • Sign Fabrication

FAQ

This liner is designed for wire diameters ranging from 0.045 inches to 1/16 inches.

While physically possible, it is not recommended. Nylon liners are specifically designed for soft wires like aluminum. Steel wire is abrasive and will wear out a nylon liner very quickly; use a steel wound liner for steel wire.

The liner is 15 feet long, suitable for standard 15-foot MIG gun cable assemblies.

It fits Lincoln Magnum 300 and 400 guns that are configured with Tweco-style back ends and consumables. Always check your specific gun's parts manual.

Aluminum is soft and easily deformed. A steel liner creates friction that can cause the wire to buckle (bird-nest) or shave off metal flakes that clog the tip. Nylon reduces this friction significantly.

Yes, this is a genuine Tweco product, part number 1440-1012.

Install the liner into the gun and trim the excess at the front end according to your gun manufacturer's instructions, usually flush or sticking out slightly depending on the gas diffuser type.