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S248812-027 - Hobart Fabco 711M .045" Gas-Shielded Flux-Cored Wire 50lb Spool

Packaging: 50lb spool
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OVERVIEW

Master Heavy Fabrication with Hobart Fabco 711M

When your project demands deep penetration and unyielding reliability, the Hobart Fabco 711M .045" flux-cored wire is the professional's choice. This wire is engineered with a "stiff" arc characteristic, which gives you the driving force needed to penetrate thick steel sections effectively. Unlike softer arcs that might wash out, the Fabco 711M digs in, ensuring fusion at the root and sidewalls, which is absolutely critical for heavy structural welds and code-quality work.

One of the standout features of this wire is its operator appeal in out-of-position welding. Thanks to its fast-freezing slag, you can tackle vertical-up welds with confidence. The puddle stays where you put it, resisting the pull of gravity and allowing you to build a flat, consistent bead profile without excessive manipulation. The slag is also designed for easy removal—often peeling off by itself—which saves you valuable time on cleanup and inter-pass grinding. Whether you are working on a ship hull, a railcar frame, or a heavy earthmover, this wire helps you maintain high productivity rates.

Why Welders Prefer Fabco 711M:

  • Deep Penetration: The stiff arc punches through scale and ensures solid root fusion.
  • Versatile Gas Options: Run it on straight CO2 for economy and penetration, or a Mixed Gas blend for a smoother arc and reduced spatter.
  • All-Position Capability: Excellent performance in flat, horizontal, vertical-up, and overhead positions.
  • Clean Finish: Low spatter levels and easy slag release mean your welds look professional with less post-weld work.

This 50lb spool ensures you have plenty of material for long runs, reducing downtime for spool changes. Upgrade your welding output with a wire that works as hard as you do.

Additional Information
Brand:Hobart
Diameter:0.045 in
Packaging Description:50lb spool
Weld Process:Flux-Cored (FCAW)
AWS Spec:E71T-1
Position:All Position
Polarity:DCEP
AWS Classification:E71T-1C, E71T-1M, E71T-9C, E71T-9M
Shielding Gas Requirement:100% CO2, 75% Argon / 25% CO2
Wire Type:Gas-Shielded Flux-Cored
Tensile Strength:70,000 psi (min)
Spool Size:50 lb
Material Composition:Carbon Steel

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 50 lb Spool of Hobart Fabco 711M .045" Flux-Cored Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Shipbuilding and Marine Repair
  • Railcar Manufacturing
  • Heavy Equipment Fabrication
  • Structural Steel Construction
  • General Fabrication
  • Storage Tank Construction

FAQ

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

Yes, Fabco 711M has a fast-freezing slag system that makes it excellent for out-of-position welding, including vertical-up.

This is a 50lb spool of .045" diameter wire.

Fabco 711M runs on DCEP (Direct Current Electrode Positive).

While it meets E71T-1/1M/9/9M standards, always verify specific seismic lot testing requirements against your project codes.

It comes as a single 50lb spool, typically boxed. Pallet quantities are available for bulk orders.

It is designed for carbon steels and some higher-strength low-alloy steels where E71T-1 properties are sufficient.

A stiff arc provides greater directional control and deeper penetration, which is beneficial for welding thicker materials and ensuring root fusion.

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