Nozzle Compatability?

[Onnestayb]

Hey guys, *total* FNG here and I'm in need of a little help to get started. I inhereted a couple of my grandfather's old machines and am trying to get them back up and running so I can start learning to operate them. One thing I'm not clear on: are MIG nozzles uninersal or brand specific?

The machine I'm trying to square away is an old Century 160 from 1992. My understanding is Lincoln bought Century back in '03, ergo, this sub-forum. But the nozzle on this old guyis completely ruined and needs replaced. Can someone point me at a nozzle that will be compatible? Or tell me what to look for when trying to determine if a nozzle I see for sale online will fit?

Thank you!
Ayb

 

[jo1010]

You need a supplier who knows these products - if your in US I see HTP welding mentioned a lot for these (old Tweco machines?)..

 

[zzr1200]

Normally the copper colour outer shield on the end pulls/twists/unscrews off, it looks like the filler wire might be welded to the shield so you'll need to cut/break that loose, then the wire comes through the contact tip which un-screws.

All mig torches are basically the same, but depending on the make, model and size of the torch assembly there can be differences, remove the Nozzle/Diffuser/Contact Tip, some torches have a tip adaptor that goes between the contact tip and the gun neck. Take these parts to a local welding supplier and ask if possible, or remove the parts and post the photo's with measurements.