181W85 - ESAB 100k Ohm 2W 10-Turn Linear Potentiometer

Precision Control for Welding Equipment

The ESAB 181W85 is a high-precision linear potentiometer designed to restore accurate control to your industrial welding machinery. In the demanding world of welding, the ability to fine-tune output parameters such as voltage, amperage, or wire feed speed is critical for achieving code-quality welds. This component features a resistance of 100.0 kOhms and is rated for 2.00 Watts of power, making it a robust solution for the control circuits of heavy-duty power sources.

What sets this potentiometer apart is its 10-turn design. Unlike standard single-turn potentiometers that cover their entire resistance range in less than 360 degrees of rotation, a 10-turn unit requires ten full rotations to travel from zero to maximum resistance. This expanded mechanical range provides exceptional resolution, allowing operators to make minute adjustments with ease. Whether you are setting a precise background current for TIG welding or fine-tuning inductance for MIG applications, the 181W85 ensures that your settings stay exactly where you put them.

Constructed to meet the rigorous standards of ESAB equipment, this linear taper potentiometer ensures a direct 1:1 relationship between knob rotation and resistance change, providing predictable and intuitive operation. It is commonly used as a replacement part for front panel controls on various ESAB power sources. When your equipment's controls become jumpy, unresponsive, or drift during operation, replacing the potentiometer is often the necessary fix to return the machine to factory specifications.

At Josef Gas, we understand that downtime is costly. That is why we supply genuine replacement parts like the ESAB 181W85 to help maintenance teams and fabricators perform quick, effective repairs. Ensure your welding fleet operates at peak performance with high-quality electronic components designed for longevity and precision.