20-year-old Wheeler has yet to make his Town debut, although has sat on the bench on a few occasions.
Russell Slade feels that Wheeler is at the age where he requires some first team experience.
Wheeler will go straight into the squad for Barrow's game tonight against Ashton United.
Slade is keen to keep an eye on Wheeler's progress as it is no secret he has high hopes for the Grimsby born player. Last season Slade, then at Scarborough, took Wheeler on trial with a view to a loan move.