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S281212-050 - Hobart FabCOR 80D2 0.045 Metal-Cored Wire 500lb X-Pak

Packaging: 500lb exacto pak
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OVERVIEW

Heavy-Duty Performance for Tough Jobs

When your project involves heavy equipment, mining machinery, or structural steel that demands extra strength, the Hobart FabCOR 80D2 is the wire you can trust. This .045-inch metal-cored wire is a workhorse for fabricators who need to lay down a lot of metal fast without sacrificing quality. Unlike standard solid wires, the FabCOR 80D2 uses a hollow metal sheath filled with metallic powders. This design allows the current to travel through the outside sheath, creating a broader, more intense arc cone that wets out beautifully at the toes of the weld.

Boost Your Productivity

Time is money in any shop, and this wire is built for speed. The 500 lb X-Pak is perfect for high-volume shops, drastically reducing the number of times you have to stop and swap out spools. You get a smooth, spray-transfer arc that feels stable and controllable, allowing you to weld at higher travel speeds. Plus, the clean-up is a breeze—there is almost no slag to chip, and spatter is virtually non-existent when using the recommended Argon/Oxygen mix. This means you spend more time welding and less time grinding.

Built for Strength

The "80" in 80D2 stands for 80,000 psi tensile strength, meaning this wire produces welds that are tough enough to withstand the abuse faced by earthmovers, railcars, and ship components. It is specifically formulated to weld high-strength, low-alloy steels, providing excellent toughness even in cold environments. If you are welding thick plate or critical structural joints, the deep penetration and superior sidewall fusion of FabCOR 80D2 give you the confidence that your welds will hold up under pressure.

Additional Information
Brand:Hobart
Diameter:0.045 in
Packaging Description:500lb exacto pak
Weld Process:Metal-Cored (MCAW)
AWS Spec:E80C-Ni1
Polarity:DCEP
Shielding Gas Requirement:98% Argon / 2% Oxygen
Material Composition:Low Alloy Steel, Nickel Molybdenum
Tensile Strength:80,000 psi (nominal)
Wire Type:Metal-Cored
Applications:Heavy Equipment, Structural Components

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 500 lb X-Pak (Exacto Pak) of Hobart FabCOR 80D2 .045" Metal-Cored Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Heavy Equipment Manufacturing and Repair
  • Structural Steel Components
  • Agriculture Machinery
  • Construction Equipment
  • Shipbuilding and Marine Applications
  • Railcar Fabrication
  • Mining Equipment
  • General Heavy Fabrication

FAQ

The manufacturer recommends a mixture of 98% Argon and 2% Oxygen to achieve optimal spray transfer, low spatter, and the specified mechanical properties.

This wire is classified as E80C-Ni1 according to AWS A5.28 specifications.

The nominal tensile strength is approximately 80,000 psi (550 MPa), suitable for high-strength low-alloy steels.

Metal-cored wire (like FabCOR) contains metallic powders in the core and produces very little slag, whereas flux-cored wire contains fluxing agents that produce a slag covering. Metal-cored is generally more efficient and requires less cleanup.

FabCOR 80D2 is primarily designed for flat and horizontal positions. Vertical-up welding with metal-cored wire is difficult and typically requires a pulsed MIG power source or specific short-arc techniques, though it is not its primary application.

You will need a wire feeder capable of handling bulk packaging, typically involving a conduit and a payoff kit (cone or dome) designed for X-Paks or drums to ensure smooth wire feeding.

Metal-cored wires like FabCOR 80D2 handle mill scale and minor surface contaminants better than solid wire, but for heavily rusted or dirty steel, a flux-cored wire might be more forgiving.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

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