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S247112-029 - Hobart FabCO Excel-Arc 71 .045 Flux-Core Wire 33lb Spool

Packaging: 33lb spool
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OVERVIEW

Hobart FabCO Excel-Arc 71: Performance You Can Trust

Upgrade your welding projects with the Hobart FabCO® Excel-Arc™ 71, a versatile .045-inch flux-cored wire that delivers professional results across a wide range of applications. Whether you are working on heavy equipment repair, structural steel erection, or general fabrication, this wire is built to handle it all. Packaged in a convenient 33 lb spool, it is designed to keep you welding longer with fewer changeovers, maximizing your productivity in the shop or on the job site.

What sets the Excel-Arc 71 apart is its exceptional operator appeal. Welders often struggle with wires that are difficult to control in vertical or overhead positions, but this product features a fast-freezing slag that holds the puddle in place, making out-of-position welding much easier. It produces a smooth, stable arc with low spatter, meaning you spend less time grinding and cleaning up after the weld is done. The slag is also designed to peel off easily, revealing a clean, high-quality bead underneath. This wire replaces the previous S247108-029 model, offering the same reliability with modern manufacturing consistency.

Flexibility is key in a busy shop, and the Excel-Arc 71 delivers by working with both 100% CO2 and Argon/CO2 mixed gases. This allows you to tailor your setup based on the gas you have on hand or the specific requirements of the job. From shipbuilding to railcar construction, this wire provides the deep penetration and strong mechanical bonds needed for heavy-duty steel projects. Choose Hobart for a wire that combines ease of use with industrial-strength performance.

Additional Information
Brand:Hobart
Diameter:0.045 in
AWS Spec:E71T-1
Spool Size:33 lb Spool
Weld Process:Flux-Cored (FCAW)
Polarity:DCEP
Position:All Position
Material Composition:Carbon Steel
Shielding Gas Requirement:100% CO2, 75% Argon / 25% CO2
Wire Type:Gas-Shielded Flux-Cored
Packaging Type:Spool
AWS Classification Detail:E71T-1C/M H8, E71T-9C/M H8
Packaging Description:33lb spool

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 33 lb Spool of FabCO Excel-Arc 71 .045" Flux-Cored Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Structural Steel Fabrication
  • General Heavy Fabrication
  • Heavy Equipment Manufacturing and Repair
  • Shipbuilding and Offshore Structures
  • Construction and Infrastructure
  • Mining Machinery
  • Railcar Manufacturing
  • Paper and Pulp Industry Machinery

FAQ

This wire can be used with either 100% CO2 or a mixture of 75% Argon and 25% CO2.

Yes, it is an all-position wire with a fast-freezing slag designed specifically to help with vertical-up and overhead welds.

It is classified as E71T-1C/M H8 and E71T-9C/M H8.

This is a 0.045-inch (1.2 mm) diameter wire on a 33 lb (15 kg) spool.

Yes, it operates on Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP).

H8 indicates that the weld metal contains less than 8ml of diffusible hydrogen per 100g, reducing the risk of hydrogen-induced cracking.

This is a gas-shielded flux-cored wire, meaning it has a tubular design with flux inside and requires external gas.

Yes, it is designed for both single and multiple pass applications on mild and low-alloy steels.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

Spec Sheet
Safety Data Sheet