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S250612-050 - Hobart FabCOR Edge XP .045 Metal-Cored Wire 500lb Drum

Packaging: 500lb exacto pak
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OVERVIEW

Maximize Throughput with Hobart FabCOR Edge XP

In the competitive landscape of heavy industrial fabrication, efficiency is the currency of success. The Hobart FabCOR Edge XP .045" Metal-Cored Wire in the 500lb Exacto Pak is engineered specifically to address the bottlenecks of high-volume manufacturing. This premium gas-shielded metal-cored wire is designed to deliver X-CEPTIONAL performance, directly translating to higher productivity and lower operational costs. By combining high deposition rates with superior arc characteristics, the FabCOR Edge XP allows for faster travel speeds without compromising weld quality, making it an ideal choice for structural steel, heavy equipment, and railcar fabrication.

One of the most significant cost-drivers in welding operations is post-weld cleanup. Hobart has addressed this with a proprietary formulation that provides best-in-class silicon gathering. Instead of tenacious slag or scattered silicon islands that require aggressive grinding, the silicon deposits on FabCOR Edge XP welds tend to gather in the center of the bead and often detach easily. This feature alone can significantly reduce labor hours dedicated to finishing, allowing your workforce to focus on arc-on time rather than grinding. Furthermore, the low spatter generation ensures that fixtures and surrounding surfaces remain clean, protecting your equipment investment.

The 500lb Exacto Pak configuration is tailored for shop environments utilizing semi-automatic or robotic welding cells. Bulk packaging reduces the frequency of wire changeovers, minimizing downtime and keeping production lines moving. Whether you are welding non-alloyed or fine-grain carbon steels, the FabCOR Edge XP offers the consistency required for automated systems and the ease of use desired by manual operators. It is a strategic material choice for facilities aiming to optimize their welding operations for speed, quality, and efficiency.

Industrial Applications

  • Heavy Equipment Manufacturing: Ideal for the long, continuous welds required on earthmovers, agricultural machinery, and mining equipment.
  • Structural Steel Fabrication: Provides the deep penetration and high travel speeds needed for beams and columns.
  • Robotic Automation: The consistent feedability and bulk packaging support uninterrupted automated processes.
  • Transportation: Excellent for commercial truck, trailer, and railcar manufacturing where weld aesthetics and speed are critical.
Additional Information
Packaging Description:500lb exacto pak
Diameter:0.045
Weld Process:Metal Core
Position:Flat/Horizontal
AWS Spec :E70C-6M
Wire Diameter:0.045"
Wire Type:Metal-cored
Packaging Type:Exacto Pak
Weight:500 lbs
Welding Position:Flat/Horizontal
Material Composition:Carbon Steel
Applications:Heavy Equipment, Robotic Welding, Structural Steel
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Wire Diameter:0.045"
Wire Type:Metal-Cored
Packaging Type:Exacto Pak
Weight:500 lbs
Welding Position:Flat/Horizontal
Material Composition:Carbon Steel
Applications:Heavy Equipment, Structural Steel, Robotic Welding
brand:hobart
diameter:0-045
packaging-description:500lb-exacto-pak
weld-process:metal-core
position:flat-horizontal
aws-spec:e70c-6m

INCLUDED

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

APPLICATIONS

  • General fabrication
  • Structural steel fabrication
  • Heavy equipment fabrication
  • Forestry equipment
  • Mining equipment
  • Agricultural equipment
  • Commercial truck and trailer fabrication
  • Railcar manufacturing

FAQ

FabCOR Edge XP is a metal-cored wire, which typically offers higher deposition rates and faster travel speeds than solid wires. It also provides better gap bridging and handles mill scale more effectively due to its chemical composition.

FabCOR Edge XP is designed for use with mixed shielding gases. Common mixtures include 75% to 95% Argon with the balance being CO2. Consult the specific data sheet for optimal gas mixtures for your application.

Silicon gathering refers to the chemical action where silicon deposits (glassy islands) form on the weld bead. In Edge XP, these gather centrally and detach easily, significantly reducing the time and labor required for post-weld cleaning and grinding.

No, the FabCOR Edge XP is designed primarily for welding in the flat and horizontal positions. For out-of-position welding, a flux-cored wire or a pulsed MIG process with specific parameters would be more appropriate.

The 500lb Exacto Pak is a bulk packaging solution that reduces the frequency of wire spool changes. This is ideal for high-volume production environments, such as robotic cells or heavy fabrication shops, as it minimizes downtime and increases overall throughput.

No, this specific FabCOR Edge XP wire is designed for welding non-alloyed and fine-grain carbon steels. It is not suitable for stainless steel or aluminum applications.

Yes, because metal-cored wire is tubular and slightly softer than solid wire, it is generally recommended to use V-knurled or U-groove drive rolls to prevent crushing the wire while ensuring positive feeding.

This wire is widely used in heavy equipment manufacturing, structural steel fabrication, railcar construction, and the production of agricultural and mining machinery.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

Spec Sheet
Safety Data Sheet