948147 - ESAB Submerged Arc Flux Hopper Replacement

Keep Your Sub-Arc Running Smoothly

If you run a sub-arc tractor, you know that the flux hopper is one of those simple but vital parts you can't work without. The ESAB Flux Hopper (948147) is the genuine replacement you need when your old hopper cracks, clouds up, or takes a hit on the shop floor. Submerged arc welding relies entirely on a steady, uninterrupted blanket of flux to cover the arc. If your hopper is damaged or feeding poorly, you risk porosity, flash-through, and a lot of wasted time grinding out bad welds. This OEM replacement restores your machine's ability to feed flux reliably, letting you focus on monitoring the puddle and the travel speed rather than fighting with your equipment.

Designed specifically for ESAB equipment, this hopper fits perfectly onto the mounting assembly of your compatible SAW head. There's no need to rig up a makeshift solution or duct tape a cracked reservoir; this part drops right in. The material is tough enough to handle the daily abuse of a fabrication shop, resisting the abrasion from the granular flux and the heat rising from the weldment. It holds a sufficient volume of flux to allow for long, continuous runs without constant stopping to refill, which is crucial when you are welding long structural seams or large diameter pipe.

Visual monitoring is key in SAW. A good hopper allows you to easily check your flux levels at a glance so you don't run dry in the middle of a pass. This unit is designed to facilitate that easy check, helping you plan your refills during natural pauses in the work. It also features a shape that encourages gravity feed, helping to prevent the flux from hanging up on the sides.

Don't let a broken plastic part shut down your heavy welding operation. Keep a spare ESAB 948147 Flux Hopper on the shelf or swap out your damaged one today. It’s a quick fix that ensures your automated welding setup continues to produce those smooth, high-quality beads that ESAB machines are known for.