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S289343-002 - Hobart SubCOR EM13K-S MOD 1/8" SAW Wire 60lb Coil

Packaging: 60lb coil
$9.14/lb

Package Price:

$548.40/60lb coil

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OVERVIEW

Boost Your SAW Productivity with Hobart SubCOR

Take your submerged arc welding to the next level with the Hobart SubCOR™ EM13K-S MOD. This 1/8-inch composite electrode is built for welders who need speed, reliability, and superior penetration. If you are welding carbon steel and want to outperform standard solid wires, this metal-cored solution is the answer. By utilizing a composite design, Hobart has created a wire that mimics the chemistry of EM13K solid wire but delivers the performance advantages of a cored product, specifically higher deposition rates and a wider penetration profile.

When you are welding thick plates for heavy equipment, storage tanks, or structural beams, heat input is a major factor. The SubCOR™ EM13K-S MOD is specially formulated to handle high heat inputs without losing its mechanical strength. This means you can crank up the parameters to get the job done faster while still meeting code requirements. The broader penetration profile is a huge plus for ensuring you get solid fusion at the root and sidewalls, reducing the risk of defects in critical welds. It performs exceptionally well in both single-pass and multi-pass applications, giving you versatility across different projects.

Supplied in a 60 lb coil, this wire is ready for serious production work. It feeds smoothly and pairs with standard fluxes recommended for carbon steel SAW. Whether you are fabricating railcar frames, welding ship panels, or joining pipe, the SubCOR™ EM13K-S MOD helps you lay down more metal in less time. Upgrade your sub-arc setup with a wire designed for modern fabrication challenges.

Performance Benefits

  • Faster Welding: Higher deposition rates compared to solid wires mean you finish long welds sooner.
  • Better Fusion: Broader penetration profile helps prevent lack-of-fusion defects.
  • High Heat Tolerance: Maintains strength and toughness even when welding hot and fast.
  • Versatile Use: Excellent for everything from general fab to critical pressure vessel work.
Additional Information
Diameter:3.2mm (1/8")
Packaging:60 lb Coil
Grade:Steel
Trade Name:SubCOR™ EM13K-S MOD
AWS Classification:EC1
Wire Diameter:1/8"
Weight:60 lb
Package Type:Coil
Process:Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)
Material Composition:Carbon Steel
Packaging Description:60lb coil

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 60 lb Coil of 1/8" SubCOR™ EM13K-S MOD Submerged Arc Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Single and multiple-pass submerged arc welding
  • Non-alloyed and fine-grain steel fabrication
  • Heavy equipment components and machinery
  • Structural steel and bridge fabrication
  • Railcar frames and wheel fabrication
  • Storage tanks, boilers, and pressure vessels
  • Ship panels and offshore structures
  • Pipe double jointing
  • Wind tower manufacturing

FAQ

SubCOR EM13K-S MOD is a metal-cored composite electrode (EC1), whereas standard EM13K is a solid wire. The composite design allows for higher deposition rates and broader penetration profiles at similar amperages.

This wire is classified as EC1 according to AWS A5.17 standards for carbon steel electrodes for submerged arc welding.

Yes, the SubCOR EM13K-S MOD is designed for both single and multiple-pass welding applications using recommended fluxes.

No, this is a Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) wire. It requires a layer of granular flux to shield the arc, not an external shielding gas cylinder.

This product comes in a 60 lb (approx. 27.2 kg) coil.

It is widely used in heavy fabrication industries, including wind tower production, shipbuilding, pressure vessel manufacturing, and railcar construction.

This wire is specially formulated to maintain good mechanical properties even when welding at high heat inputs, making it robust for heavy-duty applications.

This is a 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) diameter wire.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

Spec Sheet
Safety Data Sheet