S249429-008 - Hobart Fabcor 86R Metal-Cored Wire, 3/32, 600 lb Drum

High-Efficiency Metal-Cored Wire for Heavy Fabrication

The Hobart Fabcor 86R is a premium metal-cored welding wire designed to meet the rigorous demands of heavy industrial manufacturing. Supplied in a substantial 600 lb drum, this 3/32-inch diameter wire is engineered for high-volume, continuous welding operations where downtime for spool changes must be minimized. It is an ideal choice for automated and robotic systems found in shipbuilding, railcar construction, and structural steel fabrication.

One of the standout characteristics of the Fabcor 86R is its chemical formulation, which includes higher levels of deoxidizing elements compared to standard metal-cored wires. This feature provides the wire with exceptional tolerance for contaminants, allowing it to weld effectively over mill scale, rust, and oil without compromising weld integrity. For industrial facilities processing large quantities of hot-rolled steel, this capability eliminates or significantly reduces the need for pre-weld grinding and surface preparation, leading to direct labor savings and increased throughput.

The wire is classified under AWS E70C-6M and is designed for use with Argon/CO2 shielding gas mixtures. It delivers the high deposition rates and travel speeds inherent to the metal-cored process, often outperforming solid wires in deposition efficiency. The resulting weld beads are smooth with excellent tie-in and minimal slag, reducing post-weld cleanup operations. By combining high speed, forgiveness of surface contaminants, and bulk packaging, the Hobart Fabcor 86R 600 lb drum is a strategic asset for maximizing productivity in large-scale fabrication environments.