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ED030394 - Lincoln Metalshield MC-6 1/16" Metal Core Wire 33lb

Packaging: 33lb spool
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OVERVIEW

High-Speed Metal-Cored Wire for Efficient Fabrication

The Lincoln Electric Metalshield MC-6 is a premium metal-cored welding wire designed to maximize productivity in manufacturing and fabrication environments. Engineered for high-speed welding, this 1/16-inch wire allows operators and robotic systems to travel faster while maintaining excellent bead quality. It is particularly effective for applications requiring minimal post-weld cleanup, thanks to its low spatter generation and minimal slag volume.

This 33lb spool is ideal for medium-to-heavy duty industrial setups. The wire features superior wetting action, which helps create smooth, flat beads even at high travel speeds. It is an excellent choice for automotive components, structural steel, and general fabrication where efficiency is paramount. By using Metalshield MC-6, shops can reduce cycle times and improve overall throughput without sacrificing weld integrity.

Key Benefits for Your Shop:

  • Increased Productivity: Faster travel speeds compared to solid wires mean more parts produced per hour.
  • Reduced Cleanup: Very low spatter and slag levels eliminate the need for extensive grinding or chipping after welding.
  • Versatile Performance: Performs exceptionally well on thin gauge steel as well as heavier sections, bridging gaps effectively.

Whether you are welding manually or utilizing robotic automation, the Lincoln Metalshield MC-6 provides the consistency and performance needed to keep production lines moving smoothly. Its formulation ensures stable arc characteristics and reliable feeding, reducing downtime associated with wire issues.

Additional Information
Packaging Description:33lb spool
Weld Process:Metal Core
Diameter:1.6mm, 1/16"
Spool Size:33lb, 33lb spool
Brand:Lincoln
AWS Spec :E70C-6, E70C-6M
Position:Flat/Horizontal
Polarity:DC+
Shielding Gas Requirement:75-95% Argon / Balance CO2
Wire Type:Metal-cored
Tensile Strength:72-80 ksi
Current Type:DCEP
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Shielding Gas Requirement:75-95% Argon / Balance CO2
Spool Size:33lb
Wire Type:Metal-Cored
Tensile Strength:72-80 ksi
Current Type:DCEP
Brand:Lincoln
Diameter:1/16"
Packaging Description:33lb spool
Weld Process:Metal Core
AWS Spec:E70C-6M
Polarity:DC+
Position:Flat/Horizontal

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 33 lb Spool of Metalshield MC-6 Metal-Cored Wire (1/16")

APPLICATIONS

  • Automotive Manufacturing (Chassis, Exhaust, Frames)
  • Robotic and Hard Automation
  • General Structural Fabrication
  • Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
  • Railcar Fabrication
  • High-Speed Fillet Welding

FAQ

This wire is designed to run on a mixed gas blend, typically 75-95% Argon with the balance being CO2.

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

The wire diameter is 1/16 inch (approximately 1.6mm).

Metalshield MC-6 is primarily designed for flat and horizontal positions due to the fluidity of the puddle. Out-of-position welding is generally not recommended without pulsed waveforms.

This product comes on a standard 33 lb (15 kg) spool.

It produces minimal slag compared to flux-cored wires. Often, the weld appears almost like a solid wire weld with small islands of silicon that are easily removed.

Yes, it is excellent for robotics due to its high travel speed capability, consistent feeding, and low spatter/slag generation.

The AWS classification is E70C-6M H4.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

Spec Sheet
Safety Data Sheet