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11501255 - Tweco 15HFC-52 Heavy Duty Flux Core Contact Tip 0.052" (Pack of 25)

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OVERVIEW

Reliable Heavy-Duty Contact Tips for Flux Core Welding

For industrial welding operations utilizing flux-cored wire, the Tweco 15HFC-52 Contact Tip is the industry standard for durability and performance. This pack of 25 heavy-duty contact tips is designed to fit Tweco #5 and #6 MIG guns, providing a robust solution for high-amperage applications. The "HFC" designation stands for Heavy Duty Flux Core, indicating that these tips are engineered with a thicker wall and specific bore tolerances to handle the unique demands of flux-cored arc welding (FCAW).

Flux-cored welding often generates higher heat and involves wires with different surface characteristics compared to solid MIG wire. The Tweco 15HFC-52 addresses these challenges with a substantial copper alloy construction that effectively dissipates heat, preventing premature tip failure and burnback. The 0.052-inch bore is precisely machined to ensure consistent electrical contact with the wire, which is critical for maintaining a stable arc and achieving high-quality welds in structural steel and heavy fabrication environments.

Josef Gas provides these genuine Tweco consumables to ensure your welding equipment operates at peak efficiency. Using the correct contact tip for your wire size and type is essential for minimizing downtime and reducing troubleshooting. These tips feature a standard 3/8"-24 thread, making them easily interchangeable with standard heavy-duty gas diffusers found on classic Tweco guns. Whether you are working in a shipyard, a structural steel plant, or a heavy equipment repair shop, stocking up on these 25-packs ensures your welders have the reliable components they need to keep production moving.

Key Benefits:

  • Heat Resistance: Heavy-duty design withstands the high heat of FCAW.
  • Precision Fit: Sized specifically for 0.052" wire to prevent micro-arcing inside the tip.
  • Compatibility: Fits widely used Tweco #5 series MIG guns.
  • Value: Bulk pack of 25 reduces ordering frequency and cost per unit.
Additional Information
Item:Contact Tip
Wire Size:0.052
Series:15 Series
Thread Size:3/8"-24
Material:Copper Alloy
Application:Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
Compatible Guns:Tweco #5, Tweco #6
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Series:15 Series
Thread Size:3/8"-24
Material:Copper Alloy
Application:Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
Compatible Guns:Tweco #5, Tweco #6
Brand:Tweco
Item:Contact Tip
Wire Size:0.052
Packaging Description:pack of 25

INCLUDED

  • 25 x Tweco 15HFC-52 Contact Tips (0.052")

APPLICATIONS

  • Structural Steel Fabrication
  • Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
  • Shipbuilding and Repair
  • General Heavy Fabrication
  • Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)

FAQ

This contact tip is designed specifically for 0.052-inch (approximately 1.3mm or 1.4mm) welding wire.

HFC stands for 'Heavy Duty Flux Core'. It indicates the tip is designed with a thicker wall for high heat and a bore tolerance optimized for flux-cored wires.

Typically, Tweco #4 guns use the 14 Series tips (1/4"-20 thread). The 15 Series tips (3/8"-24 thread) like this one are standard on Tweco #5 and #6 guns. Check your gas diffuser thread size to be sure.

While it is physically possible if the size matches, HFC tips have slightly looser bore tolerances to accommodate the flux core. For solid wire, a standard heavy-duty tip (like the 15H-52) is usually preferred for better arc starts.

This package contains 25 individual contact tips.

The thread size is 3/8"-24 UNF, which is the standard for Tweco heavy-duty gas diffusers.

Yes, this is a genuine Tweco 15HFC-52 contact tip, ensuring proper fit and material quality.