The Lincoln Electric KP52087-045 Wire Guide Tube is a critical component designed to maintain the integrity and consistency of your welding wire feed system. Engineered specifically for use with 0.045-inch (1.2 mm) diameter welding wires, this guide tube plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between the wire supply and the drive rolls, or between the drive rolls and the gun receiver bushing. By ensuring the wire travels in a straight, unobstructed path, it minimizes the friction and drag that can lead to motor strain or erratic arc characteristics.
Manufactured to Lincoln Electric's exacting OEM standards, the KP52087-045 is constructed from high-grade, hardened materials designed to resist the abrasive nature of moving metal wire. Over time, wire guides can develop grooves or burrs that shave the wire coating, leading to liner clogs and contact tip burnback. Replacing worn guides with this genuine part restores the smooth operation of your feeder, ensuring that the wire is delivered to the weld puddle at a constant velocity. This is essential for automated and semi-automatic processes where precision is paramount.
Installation of the KP52087-045 is straightforward, designed to fit seamlessly into compatible Lincoln wire feeder assemblies. It acts as a funnel, preventing the wire from wandering or buckling (birdnesting) before it enters the drive roll nip point. For industrial environments where downtime equates to lost revenue, maintaining your wire drive assembly with the correct guide tubes is a simple yet effective preventative maintenance strategy. This specific unit is calibrated for 0.045" wire, a common size for structural steel and heavy fabrication, ensuring a tight tolerance that supports stable electrical conductivity and arc performance.
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| Packaging Description:1 Per Ea |
| Wire Diameter:0.045" |
| Part Type:Wire Guide Tube |
| Compatible Equipment:Lincoln Wire Feeders |
