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12N75 - ESAB 1/16" Outlet Guide Insert for Wire Feeders

Packaging: pack of 1

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OVERVIEW

Technical Overview

The ESAB 12N75 is a specialized Outlet Guide Insert engineered for ESAB wire feeding systems. This component is critical for the proper management of welding wire as it transitions from the drive roll assembly into the welding gun liner. Specifically machined to accommodate 1/16-inch (1.6mm) diameter wire, the guide maintains tight tolerances to prevent lateral wire movement, which is a common cause of feeding instability and arc fluctuation.

Constructed from durable materials designed to withstand the abrasive nature of steel welding wires, the 12N75 insert minimizes friction at the feeder exit point. Over time, the internal bore of a guide can become grooved or ovalized, leading to increased drag or the generation of metal shavings (fines) that can clog liners. Replacing the outlet guide with this genuine OEM part restores the mechanical integrity of the feed path, ensuring consistent wire velocity and placement.

Compatibility and Maintenance

This guide insert is compatible with select ESAB industrial wire feeders and integrated MIG power sources. It is identified by the part number 12N75 and is intended for use with solid or flux-cored wires of the corresponding diameter. Installation is straightforward, requiring the removal of the retaining mechanism on the feeder block. Technicians should verify that the guide aligns perfectly with the drive roll groove to prevent wire shaving. Regular inspection of this component is recommended during routine maintenance intervals.

Additional Information
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea, pack of 1
Wire Diameter:1/16" (1.6mm)
Part Type:Outlet Guide Insert
Application:Steel Wire