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0147018912 - ESAB VEC CO R Wire Feed Gear Motor 42V 74:1

Packaging: pack of 1
$11,164.91/EA $6,923.45/pack of 1 only $6,923.45/EASave 38%

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OVERVIEW

Restore Precision to Your Wire Feeding System

In the world of welding, consistency is everything. If your wire feeder is struggling, slipping, or feeding erratically, the drive motor is often the heart of the problem. The ESAB 0147018912 VEC CO R Gear Motor is the genuine replacement part you need to get your equipment back to factory specifications. Designed specifically for ESAB wire feed systems, this motor provides the muscle and precision required for smooth, uninterrupted welding.

Why the Gear Ratio Matters: This unit features a 74:1 gear ratio. What does that mean for you? It means the motor takes a fast 2000 RPM input and gears it down to provide massive torque at the drive rolls. This torque is essential for pushing flux-cored or solid wires through long guns without the motor bogging down. The 42V design ensures it works safely and correctly with your machine's control board.

Built for the Shop: Industrial environments are tough on electronics and motors. Dust, heat, and continuous duty cycles can wear out inferior components. By choosing this genuine ESAB replacement, you are investing in a part that fits perfectly without modification and lasts longer than generic alternatives. Whether you are repairing an automated tractor or a shop feeder, this motor ensures your wire hits the puddle at exactly the right speed, every time.

Additional Information
Voltage:42 V
Brand:ESAB
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Gear Ratio:74:1
Speed:2000 RPM
Component Type:Gear Motor
Application:Wire Feed Drive

INCLUDED

  • 1 x VEC CO R Gear Motor Assembly (42V, 74:1)

APPLICATIONS

  • Replacement drive motor for ESAB wire feeders
  • Automated welding tractors and carriages
  • Heavy-duty industrial MIG/MAG systems
  • Robotic welding wire delivery systems

FAQ

This motor operates on 42V DC.

The gear ratio is 74:1.

The motor is rated for 2000 RPM.

Yes, this is a genuine OEM ESAB component with part number 0147018912.

Using a motor with the wrong ratio will result in incorrect wire feed speeds, making it impossible to tune the welder correctly.

Installation should be performed by a qualified technician, as it involves internal machine wiring and mechanical alignment.

No, this is the motor and gearbox assembly only. Drive rolls are sold separately.