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S281412-050 - Hobart FabCOR 80N2 .045 Metal-Cored Wire 500lb Drum

Packaging: 500lb exacto pak
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OVERVIEW

Hobart FabCOR 80N2 .045" 500lb X-Pak

Optimize your welding operations with the Hobart FabCOR 80N2, an AWS E80C-Ni2 classified metal-cored wire. This product is engineered to deliver exceptional mechanical properties, specifically targeting high-strength applications requiring 80,000 psi tensile strength. The .045-inch diameter wire is ideal for flat and horizontal welding positions, providing a fluid puddle that wets out smoothly to reduce stress concentrations at the toes of the weld. The 500 lb Exacto Pak (X-Pak) configuration is perfect for robotic cells and continuous heavy fabrication lines, ensuring consistent wire feeding and reduced handling.

The chemical composition of FabCOR 80N2 includes approximately 2% Nickel, which is instrumental in providing high notch toughness at sub-zero temperatures (typically down to -40°F/-40°C). This makes it the consumable of choice for fabricating weathering steels (such as ASTM A588) used in bridge construction, as well as for railcars, shipbuilding, and earthmoving equipment. The wire is designed to run on DCEP polarity using Argon/CO2 shielding gas mixtures (75-95% Argon), which promotes a stable spray transfer mode with virtually no spatter.

Metal-cored wires like the FabCOR 80N2 offer a distinct advantage in gap bridging and burn-through resistance on thinner sections compared to solid wires, while maintaining higher deposition rates on thick sections. The result is a versatile consumable that improves overall shop efficiency. The wire's formulation also assists in minimizing fume generation, contributing to a cleaner working environment. For fabricators seeking a balance of speed, strength, and weld quality, the FabCOR 80N2 is a proven solution.

Technical Specifications

  • AWS Classification: E80C-Ni2 H4
  • Diameter: 0.045"
  • Packaging: 500 lb Exacto Pak
  • Shielding Gas: 75-95% Ar / Balance CO2
  • Current: DCEP (Direct Current Electrode Positive)
  • Typical Applications: Weathering steels, heavy equipment, offshore structures.
Additional Information
Brand:Hobart
Diameter:0.045 in
Packaging Description:500lb exacto pak
Weld Process:Metal-Cored (MCAW)
Polarity:DCEP
Position:Flat/Horizontal
AWS Classification:E80C-Ni2
Wire Type:Metal-Cored
Shielding Gas Requirement:75-95% Argon / Balance CO2
Spool Size:500 lb
Packaging Type:Exacto Pak
Tensile Strength:80,000 psi class
Applications:Weathering Steels, Heavy Equipment, Structural Steel

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 500 lb Exacto Pak of Hobart FabCOR 80N2 .045" Metal-Cored Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
  • Railcar Construction
  • Shipbuilding and Offshore Structures
  • Bridge and Structural Steel Fabrication
  • Weathering Steel Applications (ASTM A588)
  • General Heavy Fabrication

FAQ

The Hobart FabCOR 80N2 meets the AWS classification E80C-Ni2.

This wire is designed for use with a mixture of 75-95% Argon and the balance CO2.

It offers high deposition rates and excellent low-temperature impact toughness, making it ideal for high-strength and weathering steels.

Metal-cored wires like FabCOR 80N2 are primarily designed for flat and horizontal positions due to the fluid weld pool, though pulsed waveforms can enable out-of-position welding.

This product comes in a 500 lb Exacto Pak (X-Pak), which is a bulk drum designed for high-volume use.

Metal-cored wires produce very little slag, often appearing as small islands that are easily removed, unlike flux-cored wires which have a full slag covering.

It is typically used for welding high-strength low-alloy steels and weathering steels commonly found in bridges and heavy machinery.

It requires Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP).
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