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235287 - Hobart / Miller Replacement V-Groove Drive Roll for IronMan 230 (.024/.045)

Packaging: 1 PER EA
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OVERVIEW

Keep Your IronMan 230 Running Smoothly

Is your wire slipping, stuttering, or birdnesting right when you need to lay down a perfect bead? Often, the culprit isn't the machine or the liner—it's a worn-out or incorrect drive roll. The Miller/Hobart 235287 Drive Roll is the genuine replacement part you need to get your Hobart IronMan™ 230 MIG welder feeding like new again. This isn't just a chunk of metal; it's the traction system for your welding wire, and having a fresh, sharp groove makes all the difference between a frustrating day of troubleshooting and a productive day of welding.

This clever little roller is a two-in-one solution. It is reversible, featuring a slot for .024" wire on one side and .045" wire on the other. This is perfect for shops that tackle a wide range of projects. You might be welding thin fender washers on a restoration project in the morning using .024" wire, and then switching over to weld heavy 1/4" brackets in the afternoon with .045" wire. Instead of hunting for a completely different roller, you simply flip this one over, re-install it, and you are ready to rock. It saves you time, money, and drawer space.

Designed specifically for solid wires (like your standard MIG wire), the V-Groove shape cradles the wire firmly. It provides the grip needed to push the wire through the torch cable without crushing it. Using the wrong type of roll—like a knurled roll on solid wire—can create metal shavings that clog up your liner and ruin your contact tips. Stick with the proper V-Groove 235287 for clean, consistent feeding. Installation is a breeze, taking only seconds to swap out, so you can spend less time wrenching on your feeder and more time under the hood.

Additional Information
Brand:Miller
Wire Type:Solid
Wire Size:0.024" - 0.045"
Fits Which Model:Hobart IronMan 230
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Groove Type:V-Groove
Compatible Wire Material:Mild Steel, Stainless Steel
Reversible:Yes

INCLUDED

  • (1) Reversible V-Groove Drive Roll (.024" / .045")

APPLICATIONS

  • Automotive body work (using .024" wire)
  • Structural steel fabrication (using .045" wire)
  • General maintenance and repair
  • Farm and ranch welding
  • Light industrial manufacturing

FAQ

This drive roll is specifically designed for the Hobart IronMan™ 230 MIG welder.

It features a V-Groove profile, which is designed for feeding solid wires such as mild steel and stainless steel.

It is not recommended. Flux-cored wires typically require a Knurled drive roll to grip the softer, tubular wire without crushing it. Using a V-Groove may result in slippage.

This is a dual-groove reversible roll that supports .024 inch (0.6 mm) and .045 inch (1.2 mm) wire sizes.

Simply remove the drive roll from the hub, flip it over so the desired groove size aligns with the wire guide, and reinstall it.

No. Aluminum wire is soft and requires a U-Groove drive roll to prevent deformation and shaving. V-Groove rolls can damage aluminum wire.

No, this product includes the drive roll only. Inlet guides are sold separately or come with the machine.

Check your tension settings, ensure the liner is clean, and verify you are using the correct groove size for your wire diameter. Also, ensure the drive roll is securely seated.