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Elevate your welding projects with the Hobart Fabco 81K2-C, a 1/16" flux-cored wire built for the demands of heavy industry. Whether you are working on offshore platforms, structural steel frameworks, or earth-moving equipment, this wire provides the reliability and strength needed for critical joints. Designed to operate exclusively with 100% CO2 shielding gas, it offers a robust solution that combines economic operation with high-quality metallurgical results.
The Fabco 81K2-C is an all-position wire, meaning you don't have to switch consumables when moving from a flat butt weld to a vertical-up fillet. Its fast-freezing slag system holds the molten pool in place, allowing for easy control and excellent bead appearance even in difficult positions. The slag is also self-peeling in many instances, or easily removed with light chipping, which significantly speeds up multi-pass welding operations. This wire is formulated to minimize fume generation, contributing to a cleaner working environment compared to standard flux-cored wires.
Durability is key in heavy fabrication, and the Fabco 81K2-C delivers with excellent impact toughness at low temperatures. This makes it suitable for equipment and structures exposed to harsh environments. The 33lb spool size is a standard for industrial wire feeders, ensuring you have enough material to keep the arc on for extended periods. By choosing Hobart's Fabco 81K2-C, you are investing in a consumable that offers smooth feedability, consistent arc starts, and the structural integrity required for code-quality work.
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| Additional Information |
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| Brand:Hobart |
| Diameter:1/16 in |
| Packaging Description:33lb-spool |
| Spool Size:33 lb Spool, 33 lb |
| Weld Process:Flux-Cored (FCAW) |
| Position:All Position |
| Polarity:DC, DCEP |
| Aws Spec:E81T1-K2C |
| Material Composition:Low Alloy Steel |
| Wire Diameter:1/16" |
| Wire Type:Gas-Shielded Flux-Cored |
| Shielding Gas Requirement:100% CO2 |
| AWS Classification:E81T1-K2C |
| Applications:Shipbuilding, Structural Steel, Heavy Equipment, Storage Vessels |
| Packaging Type:Spool |
| Welding Position:All Position |
| Item:flux core wire |
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