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S249412-002 - Hobart FabCOR 86R .045" Metal-Cored Wire (60lb Coil)

Packaging: 60lb coil
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OVERVIEW

High-Performance Metal-Cored Wire for Industrial Fabrication

Josef Gas is proud to supply the Hobart FabCOR 86R, a premium metal-cored welding wire designed to tackle the toughest industrial fabrication challenges. This .045-inch diameter wire comes in a substantial 60lb coil, making it an excellent choice for high-volume manufacturing environments where minimizing downtime for spool changes is critical. The FabCOR 86R is engineered specifically to bridge the gap between solid wire efficiency and the penetration capabilities of flux-cored options, offering a versatile solution for modern workshops.

One of the standout features of this wire is its exceptional tolerance for mill scale and rust. In many industrial settings, preparing base metals to a perfectly clean, bright finish is time-consuming and costly. The FabCOR 86R utilizes a higher level of deoxidizing elements in its core, allowing welders to burn through surface contaminants effectively without sacrificing weld integrity or appearance. This capability significantly reduces pre-weld preparation time, streamlining your production line and enhancing overall throughput.

At Josef Gas, we understand that productivity is driven by deposition rates and travel speeds. The FabCOR 86R excels in both areas, offering higher deposition rates than traditional solid wires. This allows for faster travel speeds, enabling your team to complete projects more quickly while maintaining high-quality standards. The wire produces a smooth, stable arc with minimal spatter, which translates to less time spent on post-weld grinding and cleanup. Whether you are welding structural steel, heavy equipment, or general fabrication projects, the Hobart FabCOR 86R provides the reliability and performance professional welders demand.

This product is designed for use with high-argon shielding gas mixtures (typically 75-95% Argon with a CO2 balance), which promotes a spray transfer mode that is both smooth and efficient. By choosing the 60lb coil format, you are investing in a solution that maximizes arc-on time and reduces packaging waste. Trust Josef Gas to deliver the high-quality consumables you need to keep your operations running smoothly.

Additional Information
Brand:Hobart
Diameter:0.045 in
Packaging Description:60lb coil
Weld Process:Metal-Cored (MCAW)
AWS Spec:E70C-6M
Polarity:DCEP
Position:Flat/Horizontal
Wire Type:Metal-Cored
Shielding Gas Requirement:75-95% Argon / Balance CO2
AWS Classification:E70C-6M H4
Tensile Strength:70,000 psi (Typical)
Current Type:DCEP
Alloy Type:Carbon Steel
Spool Size:33 lb Spool

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 60lb Coil of Hobart FabCOR 86R .045" Metal-Cored Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
  • Structural Steel Fabrication
  • Railcar Construction
  • General Fabrication
  • Robotic and Automated Welding
  • Agriculture Equipment
  • Shipbuilding (Non-critical)

FAQ

Hobart recommends using a mixture of 75-95% Argon with the balance being CO2. This mixture promotes a stable spray transfer and optimal bead appearance.

The FabCOR 86R is primarily designed for flat and horizontal fillet welds. While some pulsed-MIG capabilities might allow for limited out-of-position work, it is not classified as an all-position wire like flux-cored wires.

This wire is formulated with high levels of deoxidizers specifically to handle moderate to heavy mill scale and rust, reducing the need for extensive pre-weld grinding.

The Hobart FabCOR 86R is classified as E70C-6M H4 according to AWS A5.18 standards.

To use a 60lb coil, your wire feeder requires a coil adapter or a specific carrier designed to hold the larger coil format, as opposed to a standard spool hub.

It is a metal-cored wire. It has a hollow metal sheath filled with metal powders and deoxidizers, combining the high deposition of flux-core with the efficiency of solid wire.

This wire should be welded using Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP), also known as DC+ or Reverse Polarity.

Metal-cored wires like FabCOR 86R produce very little slag compared to flux-cored wires. You may see small silicon islands that are easily removed, but there is no heavy slag covering.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

Spec Sheet