Esab 37286 Contact Tip M 045H-C Welding Consumable

Product Description

The ESAB 37286 is a contact tip designed for MIG welding applications, identified by the M 045H-C designation. Contact tips are copper consumables that guide the welding wire through the gun neck and transfer welding current to the wire at the point of contact. This tip is sold individually but packaged in quantities of five, making it a standard replacement consumable for production welding operations. The M 045H-C designation indicates compatibility with a specific wire diameter and tip geometry. Welding technicians and fabricators install these tips as routine maintenance to maintain arc stability and weld quality.

This contact tip is suited for MIG and wire-feed welding setups where consistent current transfer and wire guidance are critical. It is appropriate for both light fabrication and production welding environments. Contact tips in this class are replaced regularly as part of scheduled gun maintenance, particularly in high-duty-cycle operations where tip wear accelerates. Packaged in sets of five, this part supports efficient stocking at the shop or job site level.

Key Features

• M 045H-C designation for specific wire diameter and tip profile fitment
• Sold per each, packaged in quantities of five
• Standard consumable format for routine MIG gun maintenance
• Compact dimensions suited for standard MIG gun neck assemblies

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement contact tip for MIG welding guns accepting the M 045H-C tip specification. Verify gun thread pattern and tip seat geometry before installation.

Installation Notes

Contact tips are installed and serviced by welders, welding technicians, and fabricators. Always power down the welding machine and allow the gun to cool before replacing a contact tip. Use appropriate tip installation tools to avoid cross-threading or over-tightening the tip in the diffuser. Inspect the gas diffuser and nozzle for spatter buildup whenever a contact tip is replaced.

Technical Specifications

• Tip Designation: M 045H-C
• Package Quantity: 5 per pack, priced per each
• Weight: 0.205 pounds
• Length: 6.45 inches
• Width: 4 inches
• Height: 1.25 inches

Standard Information

• Brand: ESAB
• Manufacturer Part Number: 37286