K2860-1 - Lincoln Electric Gem-Pak 23-Inch Clear Hood with Direct Pull Kit

Optimized Payoff for Robotic and Automatic Welding

The Lincoln Electric K2860-1 is a specialized payoff solution designed for the Gem-Pak bulk wire system. This kit combines a 23-inch protective hood with a Direct Pull assembly, specifically engineered to facilitate low-friction wire delivery in automated and robotic welding cells. The "Direct Pull" designation indicates that this system is optimized for configurations where the conduit routing is relatively straight or where the wire is pulled directly from the center of the drum, minimizing the drag often associated with complex payoff paths.

Key Technical Benefits:

• Contaminant Exclusion: The hood creates a sealed environment atop the fiber drum, shielding the wire from environmental debris that causes liner clogging and contact tip burn-back.
• Visual Monitoring: The transparency of the hood material allows for non-intrusive inspection of the remaining wire quantity, facilitating better inventory management and changeover planning.
• Stable Arc Performance: By stabilizing the wire as it exits the pack, the direct pull kit prevents tangling and surging, contributing to a stable arc and consistent weld bead profile.

This kit is compatible with standard Lincoln Electric Gem-Pak drums with a 23-inch diameter. It is a reusable asset that can be transferred to new drums as they are replaced, providing long-term value and performance reliability for your welding station.