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11401169 - Tweco WS14-45 WeldSkill Contact Tip 0.045 Inch (25 Pack)

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OVERVIEW

Industrial Grade Tweco WeldSkill Contact Tips

The Tweco 1140-1169 (Model WS14-45) is a high-performance contact tip designed for industrial MIG welding applications utilizing 0.045-inch (1.2mm) wire. Part of the renowned WeldSkill line, these consumables are engineered to provide reliable electrical conductivity and thermal durability in manufacturing and fabrication environments. This product is supplied in a bulk package of 25 units, making it an optimal choice for inventory management in high-throughput workshops where minimizing procurement cycles is essential.

Manufactured from high-quality copper alloy, the WS14-45 tip features the standard Tweco 14 Series geometry, ensuring broad compatibility with a vast array of MIG guns, including the Tweco WeldSkill, Mini-MIG, and other industry-standard torches that utilize 14-series consumables. The 1/4"-28 UNF threaded base ensures a secure mechanical and electrical connection to the gas diffuser, preventing loosening during thermal cycling. The precision-machined bore is strictly toleranced to accommodate 0.045" solid or flux-cored wires with minimal friction, reducing feed motor strain and preventing wire shaving.

For facility managers and procurement specialists, the Tweco WeldSkill series represents a cost-effective solution without compromising on the quality associated with the Tweco brand. These tips are suitable for general fabrication, automotive repair, and light structural work. Regular replacement of contact tips is critical for maintaining weld quality standards; having a 25-pack on hand ensures that operators can immediately swap out worn components, maintaining production efficiency and weld integrity.

Technical Specifications

  • Part Number: 1140-1169 (WS14-45)
  • Wire Compatibility: 0.045" (1.2mm)
  • Series: 14 Series / WeldSkill
  • Material: Copper Alloy
  • Packaging: 25 Tips per Pack
Additional Information
Packaging Description:25 in a pack, pack of 25
Item:Contact Tip
Wire Size:0.045
Series:14 Series, WeldSkill
Material:Copper Alloy
Thread Size:1/4"-28 UNF
Part Number:1140-1169, WS14-45
Compatible Process:Flux Cored (FCAW), MIG (GMAW)
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Series:14 Series, WeldSkill
Material:Copper Alloy
Thread Size:1/4"-28 UNF
Part Number:WS14-45, 1140-1169
Compatible Process:MIG (GMAW), Flux Cored (FCAW)
brand:tweco
item:contact-tip
wire-size:0.045
packaging-description:25-in-a-pack

INCLUDED

  • 25 x Tweco WeldSkill WS14-45 Contact Tips (0.045")

APPLICATIONS

  • General Metal Fabrication
  • Automotive Repair and Restoration
  • Light to Medium Structural Steel
  • Farm and Ranch Welding
  • Maintenance and Repair Operations (MRO)
  • DIY and Hobbyist Projects

FAQ

The WS14-45 is designed for use with 0.045-inch (1.2mm) welding wire.

It is compatible only if the gun is equipped with a Tweco-style 14 Series front end (diffuser). Many aftermarket guns for Miller and Lincoln machines use Tweco-style consumables, but you must verify your specific gun's series.

This SKU (1140-1169) contains a package of 25 contact tips.

The tip features a standard 1/4"-28 UNF thread.

WeldSkill is Tweco's line designed for value and general-purpose applications, while maintaining high manufacturing standards. They are dimensionally interchangeable with standard Tweco 14 series tips.

While physically possible, aluminum wire typically expands more when heated. It is often recommended to use a tip specifically oversized for aluminum (often marked with an 'A') or go up one size to prevent seizing, though 0.045 tips are sometimes used for 0.045 aluminum in non-critical applications.

These contact tips are manufactured from a high-grade copper alloy designed for optimal electrical conductivity and thermal resistance.

The internal stock code is TWE1140-1169.