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376246-002 - Tweco .030/.035 V-Groove Drive Roll Kit for Fabricator Series

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OVERVIEW

Optimize Your MIG Welding Performance

The Tweco 376246-002 Drive Roll Kit is an essential component for maintaining the reliability and consistency of your wire feeding system. Designed specifically for use with Tweco and Thermal Arc Fabricator series welding machines, this drive roll ensures that your MIG wire is delivered to the weld puddle smoothly and without interruption. Poor wire feeding is one of the most common causes of frustration in welding, leading to burn-backs, bird-nesting, and inconsistent arc stability. By replacing worn-out rolls with this genuine Tweco part, you restore your machine's ability to feed wire precisely.

This kit features a clever dual-groove design. One side is machined for 0.030-inch wire, while the other accommodates 0.035-inch wire. This reversibility means you don't need to keep track of multiple loose parts; simply flip the roll over when you change your wire spool size. The V-groove geometry is specifically engineered for solid (hard) wires, such as mild steel (ER70S-6) or stainless steel, providing the necessary grip to push the wire through the liner without crushing or deforming it.

Installation is straightforward and requires no special tools, allowing you to get back to work quickly. Whether you are a hobbyist working on automotive repairs or a professional fabricator, ensuring your drive system is in top condition is key to producing high-quality welds. This drive roll is built from hardened steel to withstand the friction and pressure of daily use, ensuring a long service life.

Key Benefits

  • Versatility: Handles the two most popular wire diameters for light to medium fabrication.
  • Reliability: Genuine OEM part guarantees fit and performance with Fabricator units.
  • Durability: Hardened steel construction resists wear and grooving.
Additional Information
Wire Diameter:0.030", 0.035"
Brand:Tweco
Packaging Description:pack of 1
Groove Type:V-Groove
Compatible Wire Type:Solid Wire, Hard Wire
Machine Compatibility:Thermal Arc Fabricator 181i, Thermal Arc Fabricator 211i, Thermal Arc Fabricator 252i
Component Type:Drive Roll Kit

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Reversible Drive Roll (.030" / .035")
  • Installation Hardware (if applicable)

APPLICATIONS

  • General Fabrication
  • Automotive Repair
  • Light Industrial Manufacturing
  • Maintenance and Repair (MRO)
  • Farm and Ranch Welding

FAQ

This drive roll is designed for the Thermal Arc / Tweco Fabricator series, including the 181i, 211i, and 252i multi-process welders.

No, this is a V-Groove drive roll intended for solid (hard) MIG wires. For flux-cored wires, a knurled drive roll is typically recommended to prevent crushing the wire.

The roll is reversible. To change sizes, remove the retaining mechanism, flip the roll so the desired wire size marking is facing the appropriate direction (usually inward or outward depending on the machine manual), and reinstall.

This kit supports 0.030-inch (0.8mm) and 0.035-inch (0.9mm) wire diameters.

Slippage can be caused by incorrect tension settings, a clogged gun liner, or using the wrong groove size for the wire. Ensure the tension is set just tight enough to feed without slipping when blocked at the tip.

It is not recommended. Aluminum wire is soft and typically requires a U-Groove drive roll to prevent deformation and shaving. This V-Groove roll is for steel and stainless steel.

No, this SKU typically includes the drive roll itself. Tension arms and other feeder mechanism parts are sold separately.

Drive rolls should be replaced when the grooves become worn or lose their shape, which leads to wire slippage and inconsistent feeding. In heavy use, check them annually.