Value Collection 316030043 Mig Welder Contact Tip 0.045 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 316030043 is a MIG welder contact tip designed for wire-feed welding applications. The contact tip guides the welding wire through the gun neck and transfers current to the wire at the point of contact, directly affecting arc stability and weld quality. This tip is rated for a maximum wire outside diameter of 0.045 inches and is compatible with Tweco-style MIG gun assemblies. It is a consumable component replaced routinely by welders, fabricators, and maintenance professionals during machine servicing or after tip burnback and wear.

This contact tip fits Tweco-style MIG welding guns and is suited for production welding, structural fabrication, and general-purpose wire-feed welding environments. It is a direct-replacement consumable used in both shop and field settings wherever Tweco-compatible guns are in service. Minimum order quantity is 25 pieces, making it appropriate for stocking in welding supply kits or maintenance inventories.

Key Features

• Rated for 0.045 inch maximum wire outside diameter
• Designed for use with Tweco-style MIG welding guns
• Consumable contact tip for routine replacement during gun maintenance
• Compact and lightweight at 0.1 pounds per unit
• Sold individually; minimum order quantity of 25 units

Compatibility

Designed for use with Tweco-style MIG welding guns accepting a 0.045 inch wire diameter contact tip.

Installation Notes

Contact tip replacement is performed by welders or maintenance technicians. Before replacing the tip, power down the welding machine and allow the gun neck to cool completely. Use the appropriate tip wrench or pliers to remove the worn tip and thread in the replacement, tightening snugly without over-torquing. Ensure the wire liner and gas diffuser are inspected during each tip replacement to maintain consistent arc performance.