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S249412-027 - Hobart FabCOR 86R .045" E70C-6M Metal Core Welding Wire 50lb Spool

Packaging: 50lb spool
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OVERVIEW

High-Performance Metal Core Wire for Industrial Fabrication

The Hobart FabCOR 86R .045" Metal Core Welding Wire is a premium gas-shielded carbon steel tubular wire designed to excel in demanding industrial environments. Packaged in a 50 lb (22.7 kg) spool, this consumable is engineered with enhanced deoxidizing elements, making it exceptionally tolerant to mill scale and rust. This feature allows fabricators to weld directly over prepared surfaces with less stringent pre-cleaning requirements compared to standard solid wires, thereby optimizing workflow efficiency.

Classified under AWS E70C-6M H4, the FabCOR 86R delivers consistent mechanical properties and low diffusible hydrogen levels, reducing the risk of cold cracking in critical structures. The metal core construction combines the high deposition rates of flux-cored wires with the high efficiencies of solid wires. It operates smoothly with Argon/CO2 shielding gas mixtures, producing a stable arc with minimal spatter. This wire is particularly effective for single and multiple pass applications in general fabrication, railcar manufacturing, and shipbuilding.

Technical specifications include a 0.045-inch diameter suitable for a wide range of amperage settings. The wire's ability to bridge gaps makes it a reliable choice for joints with less-than-perfect fit-up. By choosing Hobart FabCOR 86R, industrial operations can achieve higher travel speeds and improved throughput while maintaining rigorous weld quality standards.

Additional Information
Packaging Description:50lb spool
Diameter:0.045
AWS Spec :E70C-6M
Weld Process:Metal Core
Material Composition:Carbon Steel
Shielding Gas Requirement:Argon/CO2 Mix
AWS Classification:E70C-6M H4
Spool Size:50lb
Current Type:DCEP
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Material Composition:Carbon Steel
Shielding Gas Requirement:Argon/CO2 Mix
AWS Classification:E70C-6M H4
Spool Size:50lb
Current Type:DCEP
Brand:Hobart
Diameter:0.045
AWS Spec:E70C-6M
Weld Process:Metal Core
Packaging Description:50lb spool

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 50 lb (22.7 kg) Spool of FabCOR 86R .045" Metal Core Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • General Fabrication
  • Railcar Manufacturing
  • Shipbuilding
  • Heavy Equipment Production
  • Structural Steel Fabrication
  • Automated and Robotic Welding

FAQ

Hobart FabCOR 86R is designed for use with Argon/CO2 mixtures. Common blends include 75% Argon / 25% CO2 or 90% Argon / 10% CO2 for optimal arc stability and reduced spatter.

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

Yes, FabCOR 86R has higher deoxidization elements specifically formulated to provide greater tolerance for welding over mill scale and light rust compared to solid wires.

The AWS classification is E70C-6M H4. This indicates a 70 ksi tensile strength, metal core electrode, for use with mixed gas, and low diffusible hydrogen (H4).

This spool contains 0.045-inch (1.2 mm) diameter wire.

FabCOR 86R is designed to run on Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP), also known as Reverse Polarity.

Metal core wires produce very little slag compared to flux-cored wires. You may see small silicon islands that are easily removed, often requiring little to no chipping.

This is a standard 50 lb (22.7 kg) spool.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

Spec Sheet
Safety Data Sheet