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S281412-050 - Hobart FabCOR 80N2 .045 Metal-Cored Wire 500lb Drum

Packaging: 500lb exacto pak
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OVERVIEW

Hobart FabCOR 80N2 Metal-Cored Wire

The Hobart FabCOR 80N2 is a high-performance metal-cored welding wire designed for industrial fabrication where efficiency and weld quality are paramount. Supplied in a bulk 500 lb Exacto Pak, this .045-inch diameter wire is engineered for high-volume manufacturing environments, reducing downtime associated with frequent spool changes. It is specifically formulated to join high-strength low-alloy steels and weathering steels, making it a staple in heavy equipment manufacturing and structural steel sectors.

One of the standout features of the FabCOR 80N2 is its excellent low-temperature impact toughness. This property ensures the integrity of welds even in harsh, cold environments, which is essential for outdoor structures like bridges and railcars. The wire operates with a smooth, stable arc that produces minimal spatter, reducing post-weld cleanup time and labor costs. Its high deposition efficiency allows welders to lay down more metal in less time compared to traditional solid wires, significantly boosting throughput.

This wire is designed for use with mixed shielding gases (typically Argon/CO2 blends), which helps achieve a deep penetration profile and superior bead appearance. The metal-cored construction combines the benefits of solid wire—such as low slag and high efficiency—with the alloying capabilities of flux-cored wire. Whether you are welding thick plate structural components or fabricating heavy machinery, the Hobart FabCOR 80N2 provides the reliability and performance required for critical welds.

Key Benefits

  • High Productivity: Faster travel speeds and higher deposition rates compared to solid wire.
  • Bulk Packaging: 500 lb X-Pak minimizes changeover downtime for automated or high-volume manual stations.
  • Superior Toughness: Meets stringent impact requirements for low-temperature service.
  • Clean Welds: Low spatter and minimal slag islands simplify inter-pass cleaning.
Additional Information
Packaging Description:500lb exacto pak
Diameter:0.045
Weld Process:Metal Core
Polarity:DC+
Position:Flat/Horizontal
AWS Classification:E80C-Ni2
Wire Type:Metal-cored
Shielding Gas Requirement:75-95% Argon / Balance CO2
Spool Size:500lb
Packaging Type:Exacto Pak
Tensile Strength:80,000 psi class
Applications:Heavy Equipment, Structural Steel, Weathering Steels
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AWS Classification:E80C-Ni2
Wire Type:Metal-Cored
Shielding Gas Requirement:75-95% Argon / Balance CO2
Spool Size:500lb
Packaging Type:Exacto Pak
Tensile Strength:80,000 psi class
Applications:Weathering Steels, Heavy Equipment, Structural Steel
Brand:Hobart
Diameter:0.045
Packaging Description:500lb exacto pak
Weld Process:Metal Core
Polarity:DC+
Position:Flat/Horizontal

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 500 lb Exacto Pak of Hobart FabCOR 80N2 .045" Metal-Cored Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
  • Railcar Construction
  • Shipbuilding and Offshore Structures
  • Bridge and Structural Steel Fabrication
  • Weathering Steel Applications (ASTM A588)
  • General Heavy Fabrication

FAQ

The Hobart FabCOR 80N2 meets the AWS classification E80C-Ni2.

This wire is designed for use with a mixture of 75-95% Argon and the balance CO2.

It offers high deposition rates and excellent low-temperature impact toughness, making it ideal for high-strength and weathering steels.

Metal-cored wires like FabCOR 80N2 are primarily designed for flat and horizontal positions due to the fluid weld pool, though pulsed waveforms can enable out-of-position welding.

This product comes in a 500 lb Exacto Pak (X-Pak), which is a bulk drum designed for high-volume use.

Metal-cored wires produce very little slag, often appearing as small islands that are easily removed, unlike flux-cored wires which have a full slag covering.

It is typically used for welding high-strength low-alloy steels and weathering steels commonly found in bridges and heavy machinery.

It requires Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP).