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Product Number: 02799
A standard diameter mig wire on a 5kg spool, the SIP 02799 delivers consistent deposition in steel MIG applications. Check your machine's spool capacity and wire feed specification before ordering. An essential mig welding wire for any professional welding setup, stocked for fast UK delivery. Match contact tip bore to wire diameter and check your machine's spool capacity before ordering. Wire diameter selection depends on material thickness: 0 — 6mm for sheet under 1 — 5mm, 0 — 8mm for general fabrication from 1 — 5mm to 6mm, and 1 — 0mm or above for heavier sections. 8mm mig wire, welding wire spool, flux cored wire. Also listed as mild steel mig wire or 0 — 8mm mig wire — check connector type matches your machine.
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The SIP 2mtr F12 MIG Welding Torch is a one-wire welding torch designed for high-quality welding and long life durability in tandem with a range of premium SIP MIG welders and inverters, complete with high-quality internal gas valve.About PartsForMachines:
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| ITEM NO | 02799 |
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| Torch Type | F12 1-WIRE |
| Torch Length | 2mtr |
| Duty Cycle | N/A |
| Suitable For | MIG Welding |
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| PRODUCT NUMBER | 02711 | 02741 | 05015 | 05035 | 05505 | 05510 | 15057 | 15071 | 15073 | 02973 | 02975 | 02712 | 09320 | 09332 | 05123 |
| Type | Torch Swan Neck | Torch Parts | Torch Parts | Torch Parts | Torch Parts | Torch Parts | Torch Parts | Torch Parts | Torch Parts | Torch Parts | Torch Parts | Torch Parts | Torch Swan Neck | Torch Parts | Torch |
| Length | 6m | ||||||||||||||
| Dia | 1.2mm | 1.2mm | |||||||||||||
A. Compatible with MIG welding machines from SIP, Sealey, Draper, Clarke, CROSARC and TIGREN. Check your machine's spool capacity and wire feed specification before ordering. The spool size is the critical compatibility factor — check your machine accepts a 5kg spool before ordering.
A. 0.8mm MIG wire is the all-purpose choice for material from about 1.5mm to 6mm thick. For thin sheet under 1.5mm, 0.6mm wire is more controllable. For heavier sections above 6mm, 1.0mm or 1.2mm wire with higher amperage is more productive.
A. Yes — always match contact tip bore to wire diameter. If you're moving to 0.8mm wire, fit 0.8mm bore contact tips. Running mismatched tip and wire sizes causes arc instability, burn-back and excessive spatter regardless of how well the machine is set up.
A. The SIP 02799 is wound on a 5kg spool. Check your machine's spool capacity in the specifications — compact and entry-level MIG welders often accept up to 5kg only. Industrial machines accept 15kg. Fitting an oversized spool risks damaging the wire feed mechanism.
A. The SIP 02799 is a solid MIG wire requiring shielding gas. Use CO2 or Argon/CO2 mix (typically 75/25 or 80/20) for mild steel. Pure Argon is used for aluminium and stainless applications.
A. ER70S-6 (US classification) and A18 (BS 2901) are equivalent grades of mild steel MIG wire — one of the most commonly used grades for structural and general fabrication. ER70S-6 has higher silicon and manganese content for better wetting on mildly contaminated surfaces. The SIP 02799 is a standard mild steel grade — suitable for general MIG welding of mild steel.
A. For 0.8mm wire, start with your voltage at the mid-range for your material thickness (typically 16–20V for 3mm steel), then adjust wire speed until the arc sounds smooth with minimal spatter — like frying bacon. Fine-tune inductance if your machine has it: more inductance softens the arc for thin sheet; less gives a crisper arc for out-of-position work.
A. Yes — thicker wire typically requires higher voltage and current settings, which increases heat load on the machine and reduces available duty cycle. If you're running 0.8mm wire at the top of your machine's output range, monitor torch temperature and allow adequate cooling intervals.
A. Euro torch connections allow quick torch changes without tools. If your machine has a Euro socket, any Euro-compatible torch will fit regardless of brand. If your machine does not have a Euro socket, check whether a Euro conversion kit is available for your specific model before purchasing a Euro torch.
A. Compatible with MIG welding machines from SIP, Sealey, Draper, Clarke, CROSARC and TIGREN. Check your machine's spool capacity and wire feed specification before ordering. Confirm your machine accepts a 5kg spool and uses a 0.8mm bore contact tip before loading this wire.
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