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15345 - Bohler HL 46-MC Metal Cored Wire 1.4mm (0.052") 16kg Spool

Packaging: 16kg per spool
$10.38/kg

Package Price:

$166.08/16kg per spool

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OVERVIEW

Smooth Running, Low Spatter Metal Core Wire

For welders looking to increase travel speed without sacrificing bead quality, the Bohler HL 46-MC 1.4mm (0.052") metal-cored wire is a game-changer. This wire combines the best attributes of solid MIG wire and flux-cored wire. You get the deep penetration and side-wall fusion typical of cored wires, but with the clean, slag-free finish you expect from a solid wire. The 16 kg spool is standard for most industrial feeders, ensuring you have plenty of material for long runs.

The arc stability on the HL 46-MC is outstanding. It runs with a smooth, spray-like transfer that produces very little spatter, keeping your workpiece clean and reducing the need for grinding. Because it is a metal-cored wire, it wets out beautifully at the toes of the weld, creating a flat, smooth bead profile that looks professional and reduces stress concentrations. It is particularly forgiving when welding over mill scale or light rust compared to solid ER70S-6 wires, thanks to the deoxidizers in the core.

This wire is excellent for positional welding when using pulsed arc modes, but it truly shines in the flat and horizontal positions where you can crank up the wire feed speed. Whether you are welding heavy structural beams, machinery parts, or general fabrication projects, the HL 46-MC helps you get the job done faster. The copper coating ensures smooth feeding through your liner and gun, minimizing bird-nesting and contact tip burn-back.

Why Welders Choose HL 46-MC:

  • Fast Travel Speeds: Get more feet of weld per hour.
  • Minimal Cleanup: Very low spatter and almost no slag to chip.
  • Smooth Feeding: Copper-coated and seamless for reliable wire delivery.
  • Versatile: Great for manual welding and perfect for automation.
Additional Information
Brand:Bohler
Diameter:1.4mm (1/18")
Packaging:16 kg Spool
Weld Process:MIG (GMAW)
Polarity:DCEP
Wire Type:Metal-Cored
AWS Classification:E70C-6M H4
Shielding Gas Requirement:Argon/CO2 Mix (M21), CO2 (C1)
Wire Finish:Copper-Coated
Applications:Steel Construction, Shipbuilding, Mechanical Engineering, Robotic Welding
Mechanical Properties:Yield Strength: >460 MPa, Tensile Strength: 530-660 MPa
Packaging Description:16kg per spool
Grade:N/A
Position:N/A

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 16 kg Spool of Bohler HL 46-MC Metal Cored Wire (1.4mm / 0.052")

APPLICATIONS

  • Structural steel fabrication
  • Shipbuilding and offshore construction
  • Heavy machinery and equipment manufacturing
  • Automotive components
  • Robotic and automated welding lines
  • Vessel and tank construction

FAQ

The recommended shielding gas is a mixture of Argon and 15-25% CO2 (M21). It can also be used with 100% CO2 (C1), but mixed gas typically provides better arc stability and less spatter.

Metal-cored wires like HL 46-MC are primarily designed for flat and horizontal positions due to their fluid puddle. However, they can be used out-of-position (including vertical-up) if a pulsed arc transfer mode is used.

The AWS classification is AWS A5.18 E70C-6M H4.

It produces very minimal slag, typically appearing as small silicon islands that are easily removed, unlike flux-cored wires which produce a full slag covering.

The seamless design prevents moisture absorption from the atmosphere, ensuring extremely low diffusible hydrogen levels (H4) and reducing the risk of hydrogen-induced cracking.

This wire is designed to run on Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP), also known as DC+.

Yes, the Bohler HL 46-MC is excellent for robotic applications due to its consistent feeding, stable arc, and low spatter characteristics.