S689119-078 - Hobart Fabco 308LT1-1/4 Stainless Flux-Cored Wire 1/16" 27.5lb

Hobart Fabco 308LT1-1/4: High-Performance Stainless Flux Core

If you are fabricating stainless steel and need to boost your productivity beyond what stick welding or solid wire MIG can offer, the Hobart Fabco 308LT1-1/4 is your solution. This 1/16-inch flux-cored wire is a workhorse for welding 304 and 304L stainless steels. Unlike solid wire that can be finicky out of position, the Fabco 308LT1-1/4 uses a fast-freezing flux that holds the puddle in place, making vertical-up and overhead welds significantly easier to manage while maintaining a professional bead appearance.

One of the biggest advantages of this wire is its operator appeal. It runs smooth with a stable arc and produces very little spatter, which keeps your workpiece clean and reduces cleanup time. The slag is self-peeling in many cases or comes off with a light chip, revealing a bright, shiny weld underneath. You also have flexibility with your gas setup; you can run this wire on straight CO2 for deeper penetration and lower cost, or a 75/25 Argon/CO2 mix for an even smoother arc and better wetting action.

Packaged on a 27.5 lb spool, this wire is designed for industrial use where downtime for spool changes needs to be minimized. Whether you are welding heavy brewing tanks, structural stainless components, or food processing machinery, the Hobart Fabco 308LT1-1/4 delivers the speed of wire welding with the all-position versatility you need in the shop. It’s a reliable choice for welders who demand quality and efficiency in their stainless projects.