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0369849880 - ESAB 400A Screw-Type Welding Stinger

Packaging: 1 per ea
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OVERVIEW

Total Control Over Your Stick Welding Arc

As a welder, your electrode holder (or "stinger") is your direct link to the puddle. If it slips, overheats, or feels unbalanced, your weld quality suffers. The ESAB 400 Electrode Holder is the classic screw-type stinger that old-school pros and serious fabricators swear by. Why? Because it gives you absolute control. The screw-lock head lets you crank down on the rod, ensuring it never wiggles, spins, or drops out while you are in the middle of a critical pass. Whether you are burning 7018s on structural beams or running 6010s on pipe, this holder keeps the rod exactly where you want it.

One of the biggest advantages of this style is the ability to bend the rod. Because the head is compact and the grip is mechanical, you can bend the electrode to a 45 or 90-degree angle, insert it into the head, and tighten it down. This allows you to reach around corners, into deep grooves, or weld overhead with a much more comfortable hand position. The head is fully insulated, so you don't have to worry about arcing out if you accidentally bump the surrounding metal in a tight spot.

Comfort is also a major factor. The handle is designed with a ribbed texture for a non-slip grip, even with heavy welding gloves. It is balanced to reduce wrist strain, and the efficient electrical design keeps the handle cooler than cheaper alternatives. When you are under the hood for hours, a cool handle makes a huge difference. The ESAB 400 is built to last, meaning you won't be replacing it every few months. It's a tool you can trust to fire up every time you strike an arc.

Why Welders Prefer the Screw-Type

  • Zero Rod Movement: Once tightened, the rod is locked in solid. No more re-adjusting mid-weld.
  • Access Tight Spots: The slim head profile and ability to angle the rod helps you weld where tong holders can't fit.
  • Cooler Operation: Better contact means less resistance and less heat in your hand.
  • Fully Insulated: Protects you and your work from accidental arc strikes.
Additional Information
Amperage:400
Brand:ESAB
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Accessory Type:Electrode Holder
Process:Stick (SMAW)
Amperage Capacity:400 A
Holder Style:Screw Type
Duty Cycle:35% @ 400A, 60% @ 300A

INCLUDED

  • 1 x ESAB 400 Electrode Holder
  • 1 x Allen Key (for cable connection)

APPLICATIONS

  • Heavy Industrial Fabrication
  • Shipbuilding and Marine Repair
  • Structural Steel Erection
  • Pipeline Welding
  • Maintenance and Repair Operations (MRO)
  • Construction Sites

FAQ

The ESAB 400 is rated for 400 Amps at a 35% duty cycle, making it suitable for most heavy-duty stick welding applications.

This is a screw-type (also known as twist-lock) electrode holder. You twist the handle or head to clamp the electrode securely.

Yes, the head and handle are fully insulated to prevent accidental arcing and to protect the operator from electrical shock.

It typically accepts welding cables up to 70mm² or roughly 2/0 to 3/0 AWG, secured via a grub screw or lug connection inside the handle.

Absolutely. The screw-type grip is excellent for overhead welding because it prevents the rod from falling out, and the insulation protects against sparks.

To change the electrode, simply untwist the handle/head to release the stub, insert a new electrode, and twist it back to tighten.

Typically, yes. If the cable connection requires a hex screw, the appropriate Allen key is usually included in the package.

Screw-type holders generally offer a tighter grip on the electrode, allow for bending the rod for better access, and have a slimmer profile for tight spaces.