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10201144 - Tweco Classic No. 2 MIG Gun, 200A, 15ft, Lincoln Connection (.030-.035)

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OVERVIEW

Industry-Standard Reliability: Tweco Classic No. 2 MIG Gun

The Tweco Classic No. 2 MIG Gun (SKU: 10201144) represents the gold standard in semi-automatic welding torches. For decades, the "Tweco #2" has been the go-to choice for fabricators, maintenance crews, and industrial welders who require a tool that is both rugged and easy to maintain. This specific configuration features a 15-foot cable assembly and a Lincoln-style backend connection, making it an immediate drop-in replacement or upgrade for compatible Lincoln Electric wire feeders and welding machines. Designed for medium-duty applications, it is rated at 200 Amps at a 60% duty cycle when using CO2 shielding gas.

One of the primary advantages of the Tweco Classic series is its serviceability. In an industrial environment, downtime is costly. The Classic No. 2 is designed with a simple, modular construction that allows operators to replace liners, trigger switches, and conductor tubes right on the shop floor. The gun comes set up for 0.030" to 0.035" wire diameters, covering the vast majority of general fabrication needs. It utilizes the widely available 14 Series contact tips and 22 Series gas nozzles, ensuring that consumable replenishment is never a logistical headache.

The 15-foot cable length offers significant flexibility, allowing the welder to move around large workpieces without constantly repositioning the power source. The cable itself is a heavy-duty coaxial design, providing excellent current transfer while resisting kinks and abrasion. Whether you are welding mild steel, stainless, or aluminum (with the appropriate liner change), the Tweco Classic No. 2 delivers a stable arc and consistent wire feeding performance that professionals trust.

Key Technical Specifications

  • Amperage Rating: 200 Amps (CO2), 150 Amps (Mixed Gas)
  • Duty Cycle: 60%
  • Wire Size Capacity: 0.030" – 0.035" (0.8mm – 0.9mm)
  • Cooling: Air Cooled
  • Rear Connection: Lincoln Style Plug
Additional Information
Brand:Tweco
Amperage:200
Length:15 ft
Back End:Lincoln
Wire Size:0.030" - 0.035"
Cooling Method:Air Cooled
Process Type:MIG (GMAW), Flux Cored (FCAW)
Duty Cycle:60% @ 200A (CO2)
Cable Type:Coaxial
Handle Style:Classic Curved
Consumable Series:14 Series Tips, 22 Series Nozzles
Packaging Description:pack of 1

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Tweco Classic No. 2 MIG Gun (200A)
  • 1 x 15 ft. Cable Assembly with Lincoln Backend
  • 1 x Contact Tip (Installed, typically .035)
  • 1 x Nozzle (Installed, typically 22-50)
  • 1 x Diffuser (Installed)
  • 1 x Steel Liner (Installed, .030-.035)
  • 1 x Trigger Connection Plug (Lincoln Style)

APPLICATIONS

  • General Metal Fabrication
  • Automotive Repair and Restoration
  • Farm and Agriculture Equipment Maintenance
  • Light to Medium Structural Steel
  • Maintenance and Repair Operations (MRO)
  • Vocational Training Schools

FAQ

The Tweco Classic No. 2 is rated at 200 Amps at 60% duty cycle when using CO2 gas, and approximately 150 Amps when using mixed gases (Argon/CO2).

This specific model (1020-1144) is equipped with a Lincoln-style backend. It fits most industrial Lincoln wire feeders and compact welders that accept the standard Lincoln gun plug. Please verify your machine's manual for plug compatibility.

This gun comes factory installed with a liner and contact tip setup for 0.030" to 0.035" (0.8mm - 0.9mm) welding wire.

Yes, but you will need to change the steel liner to a nylon or Teflon liner to prevent wire shaving and feeding issues with soft aluminum wire.

It uses Tweco 14 Series contact tips, 22 Series gas nozzles (adjustable), and 32 or 42 Series liners depending on the wire size.

The cable is a coaxial design that offers a good balance of durability and flexibility, though 15 feet is generally the maximum recommended length for pushing soft wires to avoid feeding problems.

The liner is replaced from the rear (machine end) of the gun. You simply remove the gun from the machine, unscrew the liner retaining nut, pull out the old liner, and slide in the new one, trimming it to the correct length.