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The Hobart Fabshield XLR-8 is a high-performance, self-shielded flux-cored wire designed for critical structural applications requiring AWS E71T-8JD-H8 classification. This 1/16" wire is formulated to provide exceptional arc stability and a wide operating window, operating on DCEN (Direct Current Electrode Negative) polarity. It is specifically engineered to overcome the limitations of traditional T-8 wires by offering superior deposition rates and a more stable arc, even at high current settings in the vertical-up position.
One of the defining characteristics of Fabshield XLR-8 is its "D" designator under AWS A5.20, indicating it meets the requirements for Demand Critical welds in seismic applications (AWS D1.8). This makes it an approved consumable for resisting seismic loading, providing the necessary ductility and toughness to withstand significant stress. The wire exhibits excellent Charpy V-Notch (CVN) impact properties at low temperatures, ensuring resistance to brittle fracture in cold environments. Additionally, the "H8" designation guarantees a diffusible hydrogen content of less than 8ml per 100g of weld metal, reducing the risk of hydrogen-induced cracking (cold cracking) in heavy plate sections.
Fabricators will appreciate the wire's forgiving nature regarding stick-out variations and its ability to bridge gaps effectively. The fast-freezing slag supports the puddle well in all positions, allowing for flat, well-contoured beads with minimal convexity. With a tensile strength typically ranging between 70-90 ksi and yield strengths exceeding 58 ksi, Fabshield XLR-8 meets the stringent mechanical requirements of codes such as AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code - Steel.
| Additional Information |
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| Brand:Hobart |
| Diameter:1.6mm (1/16") |
| Packaging Description:33lb spool |
| Weld Process:Flux-Cored (FCAW) |
| Position:All Position |
| Aws Spec:E71T-8JD-H8 |
| Polarity:DCEN |
| Wire Type:Self-Shielded Flux-Cored |
| Shielding Gas Requirement:None (Self-Shielded) |
| AWS Classification:E71T-8JD-H8 |
| Spool Size:33 lb |
| Impact Toughness:High Impact at Low Temperature |
| Seismic Certification:D Designator (Demand Critical) |
| Hydrogen Content:H8 (Low Hydrogen) |
