
As a welder, your health and your weld quality are your top priorities. The Hobart Fabco Element 71T1M 1/16" flux-cored wire is built to protect both. Part of Hobart's innovative "Element" family, this wire is chemically designed to produce significantly lower manganese emissions compared to standard flux-cored wires. This means you breathe in fewer harmful fumes under the hood, helping you stay healthy and compliant with safety standards without needing to change your entire workflow. It’s the perfect upgrade for long shifts in the shop or on the job site.
But safety doesn't mean sacrificing playability. If you are used to fighting with runny puddles or stubborn slag, you will appreciate the smooth operator appeal of the Element 71T1M. It runs on 75/25 Argon/CO2 mixed gas, providing a buttery smooth arc with minimal spatter. The fast-freezing slag acts like a shelf, holding your puddle in place when you are welding vertical-up or overhead, making out-of-position work feel almost as easy as flat welding. When you are done, the slag often peels off by itself or with a light scrape, leaving a clean, professional bead profile.
This 50lb spool is ready for heavy-duty fabrication. Whether you are welding thick structural beams, repairing heavy earth-moving equipment, or working in a shipyard, this wire gives you the penetration and impact toughness you need. The 1/16" diameter allows for high deposition rates, helping you lay down metal faster and finish jobs sooner. Upgrade your machine with Hobart Fabco Element 71T1M and experience the difference of a wire that works as hard as you do, while keeping the air cleaner.
| Additional Information |
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| Brand:Hobart |
| Diameter:1.6mm (1/16") |
| Packaging Description:50lb spool |
| Weld Process:Flux-Cored (FCAW) |
| AWS Spec:E71T-1, E71T-1M |
| Polarity:DCEP |
| Position:All Position |
| Material Composition:Carbon Steel, Low Manganese |
| Wire Diameter:1/16" |
| Wire Type:Gas-Shielded Flux-Cored |
| Shielding Gas Requirement:75% Argon / 25% CO2 |
| Spool Size:50 lb |
| AWS Classification:E71T-1M, E71T-9M |
| Applications:Shipbuilding, Heavy Equipment, Structural Steel, General Fabrication |
| Mechanical Properties:High Impact Toughness |





