S522312-I26 - Hobart FabCO 316LT1 .045 Flux-Cored Stainless Wire 33lb

Hobart FabCO 316LT1: The Professional's Choice for Stainless

When your job demands the highest quality stainless steel welds with the efficiency of a wire feed process, the Hobart FabCO 316LT1 .045" flux-cored wire is the solution you need. Packaged in a substantial 33lb spool, this wire is built for serious fabrication work where downtime is not an option. It is specifically formulated for welding 316 and 316L stainless steels, commonly found in the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and pulp and paper industries. If you are tired of the slow travel speeds of TIG or the frequent electrode changes of Stick welding, this flux-cored wire will revolutionize your productivity.

One of the biggest advantages of the FabCO 316LT1 is its incredible user-friendliness. The "T1" designation indicates a gas-shielded flux-cored wire that delivers a smooth, spray-like transfer. You can run this wire with straight CO2 if you are looking to save on gas costs, or switch to a 75/25 Argon/CO2 mix for an even softer arc and virtually zero spatter. The arc is stable and consistent, helping you lay down perfect beads even if you aren't welding on a flat bench. Thanks to its fast-freezing slag, you can take this wire vertical-up or overhead with ease. The puddle stays where you put it, giving you complete control over the weld profile without the sagging or dripping common with solid wires in positional work.

Post-weld cleanup is often the most tedious part of stainless fabrication, but Hobart has addressed this with a slag system that is practically self-peeling. In many cases, the slag will lift off as it cools, leaving a shiny, professional-looking bead underneath that requires little to no grinding. This not only makes your work look great but also saves you hours of labor. The wire also features a low carbon formula to protect the corrosion resistance of the base metal, ensuring your welds last as long as the equipment you are building. Whether you are repairing a tank in a chemical plant or fabricating custom kitchen equipment, the Hobart FabCO 316LT1 gives you the speed, quality, and reliability to get the job done right the first time.