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S288119-029 - Hobart Fabco 81K2-C 1/16" Flux-Core Wire (33lb Spool)

Packaging: 33lb spool
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OVERVIEW

High-Performance Welding with Hobart Fabco 81K2-C

Elevate your welding projects with the Hobart Fabco 81K2-C, a 1/16" flux-cored wire built for the demands of heavy industry. Whether you are working on offshore platforms, structural steel frameworks, or earth-moving equipment, this wire provides the reliability and strength needed for critical joints. Designed to operate exclusively with 100% CO2 shielding gas, it offers a robust solution that combines economic operation with high-quality metallurgical results.

The Fabco 81K2-C is an all-position wire, meaning you don't have to switch consumables when moving from a flat butt weld to a vertical-up fillet. Its fast-freezing slag system holds the molten pool in place, allowing for easy control and excellent bead appearance even in difficult positions. The slag is also self-peeling in many instances, or easily removed with light chipping, which significantly speeds up multi-pass welding operations. This wire is formulated to minimize fume generation, contributing to a cleaner working environment compared to standard flux-cored wires.

Durability is key in heavy fabrication, and the Fabco 81K2-C delivers with excellent impact toughness at low temperatures. This makes it suitable for equipment and structures exposed to harsh environments. The 33lb spool size is a standard for industrial wire feeders, ensuring you have enough material to keep the arc on for extended periods. By choosing Hobart's Fabco 81K2-C, you are investing in a consumable that offers smooth feedability, consistent arc starts, and the structural integrity required for code-quality work.

Primary Applications:

  • Shipbuilding and Barge Construction
  • Heavy Structural Steel Fabrication
  • Storage Vessel Manufacturing
  • Earth Moving and Mining Equipment Repair
  • Offshore Platform Construction
Additional Information
Brand:Hobart
Diameter:1.6mm (1/16")
Packaging Description:33lb-spool
Spool Size:33 lb Spool, 33 lb
Weld Process:Flux-Cored (FCAW)
Position:All Position
Polarity:DC, DCEP
Aws Spec:E81T1-K2C
Material Composition:Low Alloy Steel
Wire Diameter:1/16"
Wire Type:Gas-Shielded Flux-Cored
Shielding Gas Requirement:100% CO2
AWS Classification:E81T1-K2C
Applications:Shipbuilding, Structural Steel, Heavy Equipment, Storage Vessels
Packaging Type:Spool
Welding Position:All Position

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 33 lb Spool of Hobart Fabco 81K2-C 1/16" Flux-Cored Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Shipbuilding
  • Storage Vessels
  • Structural Steel
  • Earth Moving Equipment
  • Offshore Platforms
  • Construction
  • Heavy Equipment Repair
  • Mining Equipment
  • General Fabrication

FAQ

This wire is designed to be used with 100% CO2 shielding gas.

It is classified as AWS E81T1-K2C.

Yes, the Fabco 81K2-C is an all-position wire suitable for flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead welding.

The wire diameter is 1/16 inch.

It requires Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP).

This product comes in a 33 lb spool.

It is designed for mild and low alloy steel applications.

Yes, it offers excellent low-temperature impact toughness, making it suitable for critical structural applications.

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