0156011001 - ESAB A6 Welding Head Adjustment Plate

Technical Overview of the ESAB 0156011001 Adjustment Plate

The ESAB 0156011001 Adjustment Plate is a critical mechanical component designed for the ESAB A6 series of welding heads. The A6 system is renowned in the heavy industrial sector for its modularity and reliability in Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) applications. This specific plate serves as a structural interface, allowing for the precise positioning and adjustment of the welding head components relative to the workpiece or the travel carriage.

Manufactured to ESAB's exacting engineering standards, this plate is fabricated from high-grade steel to resist the mechanical stresses and thermal cycles inherent in automated welding environments. In the context of the A6 system, "adjustment" typically refers to the fine-tuning of the torch angle, wire straightener position, or the mounting of the slide assembly. The 0156011001 ensures that these adjustments can be made securely and that the setting is maintained during operation, preventing drift that could lead to weld defects.

For maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) professionals, utilizing genuine OEM parts like the 0156011001 is essential for maintaining the integrity of the automation system. Non-OEM substitutes may lack the precise dimensional tolerances required for the A6's interlocking modular design, potentially leading to misalignment or accelerated wear of mating components. This part is supplied as a single unit, ready for installation into existing A6 configurations.

Whether you are rebuilding an older A6 Master head or performing routine maintenance on an A6 S Compact unit, this adjustment plate is the correct specification for restoring the mechanical rigidity and adjustability of the system. It integrates seamlessly with standard A6 mounting bolts and slide mechanisms.