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S279512-027 - Hobart Fabcor Edge Ni1 .045 Metal-Core Wire 50lb Spool

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OVERVIEW

High-Performance Metal-Cored Wire for Demanding Applications

The Hobart Fabcor Edge Ni1 is a premium .045-inch metal-cored welding wire supplied in a 50 lb spool. Engineered for the Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW-C) process, this consumable is specifically formulated to join nickel-molybdenum steels, offering robust mechanical properties and operational efficiency. It meets AWS E80C-Ni1 classifications, ensuring it delivers the necessary tensile strength and impact toughness required for critical industrial applications.

This wire excels in single or multiple pass applications and is compatible with shielding gas mixtures such as 75% Argon/25% CO2 or 98% Argon/2% Oxygen. The metal-cored design allows for higher current densities, resulting in faster travel speeds and higher deposition rates compared to traditional solid wires. This makes the Fabcor Edge Ni1 an excellent choice for fabrication shops looking to improve throughput without sacrificing weld quality.

One of the standout technical characteristics of this wire is its low-temperature impact toughness. It is designed to maintain ductility and resist cracking in environments where equipment is subjected to sub-zero temperatures. Additionally, it can be utilized for weathering steel applications where an exact color match is not a primary requirement, providing versatility across various structural projects.

Technical Specifications

The Fabcor Edge Ni1 provides a stable arc with minimal spatter, reducing the need for post-weld grinding and cleanup. The slag system is designed to be minimal, often appearing as small islands that are easily removed. This wire is particularly effective for welding steels with 1/2 Ni/1/4 Mo, 1 Ni/1/4 Mo, and 1 1/2 Ni/1/4 Mo compositions.

Additional Information
Packaging Description:50lb spool
Diameter:0.045
Weld Process:Metal Core
Polarity:DC+
Position:Flat/Horizontal
AWS Classification:E80C-Ni1
Wire Type:Metal-cored
Alloy Type:Nickel-Molybdenum Steel
Tensile Strength:80,000 psi (nominal)
Current Type:DCEP
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AWS Classification:E80C-Ni1
Wire Type:Metal-Cored
Shielding Gas:75% Argon / 25% CO2, 98% Argon / 2% Oxygen
Alloy Type:Nickel-Molybdenum Steel
Tensile Strength:80,000 psi (nominal)
Current Type:DCEP
brand:hobart
diameter:0-045
packaging-description:50lb-spool
weld-process:metal-core
polarity:dc
position:flat-horizontal

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 50 lb Spool of Hobart Fabcor Edge Ni1 .045" Metal-Cored Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Heavy Equipment Manufacturing: Ideal for excavators, bulldozers, and mining machinery requiring high strength.
  • Railcar Fabrication: Provides the necessary impact toughness for rolling stock.
  • General Fabrication: Suitable for structural steel projects involving Ni-Mo alloys.
  • Automotive: Used in chassis and structural component welding.
  • Weathering Steel: Applicable where color match is secondary.
  • Cold Weather Applications: Critical for structures exposed to sub-zero environments.

FAQ

This wire is designed for use with mixed gases. Recommended mixtures are 75% Argon / 25% CO2 or 98% Argon / 2% Oxygen.

The Hobart Fabcor Edge Ni1 meets the AWS classification E80C-Ni1.

Metal-cored wires like Fabcor Edge Ni1 are primarily designed for flat and horizontal positions due to the fluidity of the puddle. Out-of-position welding may require pulsed MIG capabilities or specific techniques.

Metal-cored wire typically offers higher deposition rates, faster travel speeds, and better gap-bridging capabilities compared to solid wire. It also minimizes spatter and reduces pre-weld cleaning requirements.

Yes, it can be used for weathering steel applications, provided that a perfect color match with the base metal is not a critical requirement.

This product comes as a 50 lb (approx. 22.7 kg) spool.

Metal-cored wires produce minimal slag, often appearing as small silicon islands that are easily removed, unlike the heavy slag covering of flux-cored wires.

It is developed for welding nickel-molybdenum steels (1/2 Ni to 1-1/2 Ni) and applications requiring good low-temperature toughness.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

Spec Sheet
Safety Data Sheet