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11601616 - Tweco EL16-116 Eliminator Contact Tip 1/16" (25 Pack)

Packaging: pack of 25
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OVERVIEW

Tweco Eliminator Series Contact Tips for 1/16" Wire

Maximize the performance of your Tweco MIG gun with the EL16-116 Eliminator Contact Tip. Designed for heavy-duty welding applications using 1/16-inch (1.6mm) wire, these tips are a critical component for maintaining a stable arc and ensuring high-quality welds. The Eliminator series is renowned in the industry for its innovative design that simplifies maintenance while enhancing durability.

Unlike standard contact tips, the Eliminator tip features a unique coarse thread that allows it to be dropped in and tightened with a quick half-turn. This design not only speeds up consumable changes but also increases the contact surface area between the tip and the gas diffuser. The result is superior electrical conductivity and improved heat transfer, which helps keep the tip cooler during long welds, reducing the likelihood of wire burn-back and premature failure.

This package contains 25 contact tips, making it an ideal choice for industrial environments where uptime is critical. Whether you are welding structural steel, heavy equipment, or aluminum, these copper alloy tips provide the consistency required for professional results. They are compatible with all Tweco MIG guns outfitted with Eliminator series front-end consumables.

Key Benefits

  • Quick Change: Coarse thread design allows for fast replacement without cross-threading.
  • Enhanced Conductivity: Large mating surface ensures efficient power transfer to the wire.
  • Durability: High-quality copper alloy resists wear and heat deformation.
  • Compatibility: Fits standard Tweco Eliminator gas diffusers.
Additional Information
Brand:Tweco
Item:Contact Tip
Wire Size:1/16"
Packaging Description:pack of 25
Series:Eliminator
Material:Copper Alloy
Part Number:EL16-116
Thread Type:Eliminator Coarse

INCLUDED

  • 25 x EL16-116 Contact Tips (1/16")

APPLICATIONS

  • Heavy Industrial Fabrication
  • Structural Steel Welding
  • Shipbuilding and Marine Repair
  • Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
  • Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
  • MIG Welding (GMAW) with 1/16" wire

FAQ

This contact tip is designed for 1/16-inch (1.6mm) welding wire.

It is compatible with Tweco MIG guns that are equipped with the Eliminator series front-end consumables (diffuser and nozzle).

This package contains 25 individual contact tips.

The Eliminator series features a coarse thread for quick installation and a larger surface area for better conductivity and cooling.

Yes, provided the wire diameter is 1/16" and you are using the appropriate liner and drive rolls for aluminum.

They are made from a high-grade copper alloy designed for electrical conductivity and heat resistance.

Yes, 1/16" is a common size for flux-cored wire, and this tip is suitable for that application.

The internal SKU is TWE1160-1616.