996995 - ESAB 996995 Contact Tip .035 Medium for Gunmaster 250A

Precision OEM Consumables for ESAB Systems

The ESAB 996995 Contact Tip is a critical component designed specifically for the Gunmaster 250A and MT series MIG guns. As a genuine OEM part, this contact tip is manufactured to ESAB's rigorous standards, ensuring precise bore tolerances that are essential for stable electrical conductivity and consistent wire feeding. This specific unit is engineered for .035-inch (0.9mm) welding wire, a standard gauge for a wide variety of industrial fabrication tasks ranging from automotive repair to light structural steel work.

The "Medium Length" designation of this tip is significant for thermal management and stick-out characteristics. In MIG welding, the contact tip is the final point of electrical transfer to the electrode wire. The geometry of the 996995 ensures optimal contact area with the wire while maintaining the correct relationship with the gas nozzle and the workpiece. It is specifically designed to thread into the 0558001608 gas diffuser, creating a seamless current path that minimizes resistance and heat buildup at the threaded junction. Using non-OEM or incorrect length tips can lead to arc instability, erratic feeding, or excessive spatter due to improper gas coverage or electrical stick-out.

Industrial maintenance professionals understand that the integrity of the welding arc starts with the consumables. The copper alloy used in the ESAB 996995 offers excellent thermal conductivity, helping to draw heat away from the wire exit point and reducing the risk of the wire fusing to the tip (burn-back). Whether you are maintaining a fleet of Gunmaster 250A units or servicing older MT series equipment, utilizing the correct part number ensures equipment reliability and weld quality.