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0446080883 - ESAB Steel Middle Wire Guide 3mm

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OVERVIEW

Reliable Wire Feeding with ESAB Genuine Parts

The ESAB Middle Guide Steel 3mm (0446080883) is a critical component designed to maintain the efficiency and reliability of your ESAB wire feeding system. In industrial welding environments, the consistency of wire delivery is paramount to achieving high-quality welds. This middle guide serves as the stabilizing bridge within the feeder mechanism, ensuring that the welding wire travels smoothly from the inlet, through the drive rolls, and into the gun liner without deviation.

Constructed from high-grade steel, this guide is engineered to withstand the constant friction and mechanical stress associated with continuous wire feeding. Unlike softer materials that may wear down quickly or groove under the pressure of hard steel wires, the steel construction of this guide offers superior longevity. It is specifically sized at 3mm to accommodate the corresponding wire setups, providing a tight tolerance that prevents the wire from wandering or buckling—a common cause of "birdnesting" and downtime.

Regular maintenance of your wire feeder includes inspecting and replacing guides. A worn guide can lead to erratic feeding, arc instability, and increased spatter. By choosing the genuine ESAB 0446080883 Middle Guide, you are investing in OEM quality that guarantees a perfect fit and restores your machine's performance to factory standards. Whether you are operating in heavy fabrication, automotive repair, or general manufacturing, keeping your wire feeder in top condition is essential for productivity.

Key Benefits for Industrial Users

  • Durability: Hardened steel resists wear from solid wires.
  • Precision Fit: Manufactured to exact ESAB specifications for seamless integration.
  • Operational Efficiency: Minimizes feed interruptions and maintenance downtime.

At Josef Gas, we understand that every minute of downtime costs money. That is why we stock essential replacement parts like the ESAB Middle Guide to keep your operations running smoothly. Ensure your equipment performs at its best with high-quality components designed for the job.

Additional Information
packaging-description:pack of 2
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Material:Steel
Size:3mm
Part Number:0446080883
Compatibility:ESAB Wire Feeders
Brand:ESAB
Product Type:Wire Feeder Guide

INCLUDED

  • 1 x ESAB Middle Guide Steel 3mm (0446080883)

APPLICATIONS

  • MIG/MAG Welding
  • Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
  • Industrial Fabrication
  • Automotive Manufacturing
  • Heavy Equipment Repair

FAQ

The middle guide aligns the welding wire as it passes through the drive rolls, preventing it from buckling or wandering, which ensures smooth and consistent feeding.

This guide (0446080883) is made of steel, making it durable and suitable for hard wires like mild steel and stainless steel.

Yes, this is a genuine ESAB replacement part, ensuring perfect compatibility with your ESAB wire feeder.

You should replace the guide if you notice deep grooves, wear patterns, or if the wire begins to shave or feed erratically.

Steel guides are generally recommended for hard wires. For soft wires like aluminum, a nylon or Teflon guide is usually preferred to prevent scratching the wire.

Installation typically involves removing the drive roll cover, unclamping the pressure arm, removing the old guide, and sliding the new one into the designated slot between the rolls.

The 3mm likely refers to the physical dimension or the specific channel size designed for a particular range of wire setups in the feeder assembly.