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87107 - Böhler Diamondspark Guard 420 MC .052 Metal Core Wire 16kg

Packaging: 16 kg spool
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OVERVIEW

Premium Seamless Metal-Cored Wire for High-Performance Fabrication

The Böhler Diamondspark Guard 420 MC is a state-of-the-art seamless metal-cored wire designed for the welding of mild and medium strength steels. Engineered with precision, this .052-inch diameter wire comes in a 16kg spool and meets the AWS E70C-6M-H4 classification. Its seamless copper-coated tubular design offers exceptional resistance to moisture absorption, guaranteeing extremely low diffusible hydrogen levels (H4). This makes it a critical choice for applications where preventing hydrogen-induced cracking is paramount, such as in heavy structural steel fabrication and critical machinery manufacturing.

Unlike traditional folded wires, the Diamondspark Guard 420 MC provides superior current transfer and wire feeding characteristics, making it highly suitable for robotic and automated systems. The metal powder core allows for higher current densities, resulting in significantly faster deposition rates compared to solid wires. This efficiency translates to reduced welding time and lower overall production costs. The wire is formulated to operate with Argon/CO2 mixed shielding gases, providing a stable arc with a wide parameter window.

Industrially, this wire excels in sectors requiring high integrity welds with excellent mechanical properties. The 420 MPa yield strength designation ensures it meets the rigorous demands of modern engineering standards. Whether used for general construction, shipbuilding, or heavy equipment repair, the Diamondspark Guard 420 MC delivers consistent, high-quality results that professionals trust.

Additional Information
Packaging Description:16 kg spool, 16kg spool
Weld Process:Metal Core
Diameter:0.052
Spool Size:15kg spool, 16kg
Brand:BOHLER
AWS Spec :E70C-6M
Position:All Position, Flat/Horizontal
Polarity:DC+
Wire Type:Metal-cored
Shielding Gas Requirement:Argon/CO2 Mix (M21)
AWS Classification:E70C-6M H4
Wire Finish:Copper Coated
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Wire Type:Metal-Cored
Shielding Gas Requirement:Argon/CO2 Mix (M21)
AWS Classification:E70C-6M-H4
Wire Finish:Copper-Coated
Spool Size:16kg
Yield Strength:420 MPa
brand:bohler
diameter:0-052
packaging-description:16kg-spool
aws-spec:e70c-6m
weld-process:metal-core
position:flat-horizontal

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 16kg Spool of Diamondspark Guard 420 MC .052" Metal Core Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Heavy structural steel fabrication
  • Automotive and transportation industry
  • Robotic and automated welding cells
  • Shipbuilding and offshore construction
  • General machinery and equipment manufacturing
  • Vessel and tank fabrication

FAQ

The Diamondspark Guard 420 MC is designed to be used with Argon/CO2 mixed gases (typically M21 class, such as 75% Argon / 25% CO2 or similar mixtures) to achieve a stable spray transfer.

This is a metal-cored wire (AWS E70C-6M). It contains a metal powder core rather than flux, resulting in higher deposition efficiency and minimal slag compared to flux-cored wires.

It is classified as AWS A5.18: E70C-6M-H4. The 'H4' indicates extremely low diffusible hydrogen content (less than 4ml per 100g of weld metal).

This specific spool contains wire with a diameter of .052 inches (approximately 1.3mm).

Metal-cored wires produce minimal slag, typically appearing as small silicon islands. While some cleaning may be required for aesthetics or painting, it is significantly less than traditional flux-cored wires.

This product comes on a 16kg spool, which is approximately 35.3 lbs.

The E70C-6M classification generally indicates a wire optimized for flat and horizontal positions. Out-of-position welding with metal-cored wire typically requires short-circuit or pulsed transfer modes and specific technique, though it is less common than with flux-cored wires.

Seamless wires do not have a folded seam, which prevents moisture absorption (low hydrogen) and allows for copper coating, improving feedability and contact tip life.