WA-7061 - Lube Pad Round Style For Welding Wire Mount To Wire Feeder pack Of 6

Yes, the WA-7061 pads are typically pre-treated with a specialized lubricant designed to reduce friction without contaminating the weld pool.

It depends on the cleanliness of your shop and how much you weld. A good rule of thumb is to check it every time you change a wire spool. If it looks black and caked with dirt, or if it has dried out, swap it for a fresh one.

Consult the specific lubricant data. Generally, for aluminum, straight cleaning (wiping) is preferred over lubrication to prevent hydrogen introduction, though some specific lubes are safe. For aluminum, a dry wiper is often recommended unless the lube is certified for Al.

No, when used as directed, the amount of lubricant deposited is microscopic—just enough to reduce friction in the liner. It burns off in the arc without causing porosity in standard steel applications.

Yes, they are excellent for flux-cored wire, which can often have surface lubricants or drawing compounds that attract dust. The pad helps equalize the surface condition.

Without a pad, dust and debris on the wire accumulate inside the liner. This increases drag, causing the wire to slip at the drive rolls, leading to erratic feeding and potential bird-nesting.