S247112-050 - Hobart Fabco Excel-Arc 71 .045 Flux-Cored Wire 500lb Drum

Superior Arc Performance and Operator Appeal

Welders looking for a flux-cored wire that combines ease of use with professional-grade results will find the Hobart Fabco Excel-Arc 71 to be a top-tier contender. This .045-inch wire is designed with the operator in mind, featuring a smooth, stable arc that is easy to control across all welding positions. One of the standout features of the Excel-Arc 71 is its fast-freezing slag system. This characteristic supports the weld puddle effectively when welding out-of-position, such as vertical-up or overhead, allowing for flatter bead profiles and reducing the risk of sagging or dripping.

Cleanup is often the most tedious part of the welding process, but the Fabco Excel-Arc 71 addresses this with a slag formulation that releases easily—often peeling off by itself or with a light scrape. Additionally, the wire is engineered to produce low spatter levels, which means less time spent grinding and cleaning the base metal after the weld is complete. Whether you are repairing heavy agricultural machinery, fabricating railcars, or working on general construction projects, the cosmetic appearance of the weld bead produced by this wire is consistently high quality.

The 500lb Exacto Pak is perfect for shops with high throughput. While it requires appropriate drum handling equipment, the payoff in continuous welding time is significant. The wire feeds reliably through standard conduit systems, ensuring that the arc remains constant without the stuttering caused by poor wire cast or helix. With the ability to run on either 100% CO2 or an Argon/CO2 mix, welders can tailor the arc to be more penetrating or softer and smoother depending on the specific joint configuration and base metal condition.

Why Welders Choose Excel-Arc 71:

• All-Position Capability: Tackles vertical and overhead welds with confidence.
• Easy Cleanup: Low spatter and self-peeling slag save time.
• Reliable Feeding: The Exacto Pak ensures tangle-free delivery for long welds.