11601102 - Tweco 16S-35 Heavy Duty Contact Tip for 0.035 Wire

High-Performance Electrical Transfer for Heavy-Duty MIG Welding

The Tweco 16S-35 Contact Tip (Part No. 1160-1102) is a premium consumable designed to meet the rigorous demands of industrial metal fabrication. Engineered specifically for use with Tweco Professional No. 5 and No. 6 MIG guns, this contact tip represents the standard for heavy-duty welding applications requiring 0.035-inch (0.9mm) wire. As a genuine OEM product, it guarantees strict adherence to dimensional tolerances, ensuring a precise fit within the gas diffuser and optimal alignment with the wire liner.

Constructed from a high-conductivity copper alloy, the 16S-35 tip excels in thermal management. In high-amperage welding, resistive heating at the contact point can lead to premature failure and micro-arcing. The superior material composition of this tip facilitates rapid heat dissipation, maintaining structural integrity and electrical performance over extended welding cycles. The 3/8"-24 UNF threaded base provides a robust mechanical connection, maximizing current transfer efficiency from the gun conductor tube to the welding wire.

Precision drilling of the internal bore is critical for arc stability. The 16S-35 features a smooth, concentric bore that minimizes friction while ensuring continuous electrical contact. This reduces the likelihood of "burnback" and erratic arc characteristics often associated with inferior, generic consumables. For fabrication environments where downtime equates to lost revenue, relying on genuine Tweco 16S series contact tips ensures consistent weld quality and reduced frequency of consumable replacement.

Key Technical Specifications:

• Series: 16S (Standard Heavy Duty)
• Wire Compatibility: 0.035" (0.9mm)
• Gun Compatibility: Tweco #5 (500A) and #6 (600A)
• Thread Size: 3/8"-24 UNF