S249429-008 - Hobart Fabcor 86R Metal-Cored Wire, 3/32, 600 lb Drum

Smooth Arc and Superior Mill Scale Action

For welders tackling heavy plate and structural components, the Hobart Fabcor 86R 3/32" metal-cored wire offers a distinct advantage when dealing with less-than-perfect base metals. If you are tired of fighting porosity and lack of fusion when welding over mill scale or light rust, this wire is the solution. The Fabcor 86R is formulated with a robust package of deoxidizers that scavenge impurities from the weld puddle, ensuring sound, defect-free welds even when surface preparation isn't perfect.

This wire runs on DCEP polarity and pairs with Argon/CO2 shielding gas blends (typically 75-95% Argon) to produce a spray transfer that is stable, consistent, and virtually spatter-free. The 3/32-inch diameter allows for high amperage and massive deposition rates, making it perfect for filling large joints in flat and horizontal positions. Unlike flux-cored wires that leave a heavy slag covering, the Fabcor 86R leaves only small islands of silicon that are easily brushed away, giving you a clean, professional-looking bead with minimal effort.

Packaged in a 600 lb drum, this product is intended for stationary setups or boom-mounted feeders where long, uninterrupted runs are the norm. The "R" in Fabcor 86R stands for its enhanced reactivity to mill scale, but it also signifies reliability. Whether you are welding railcars, heavy earthmoving equipment, or ship hulls, this wire provides the penetration and wetting action needed for critical welds. It combines the speed of solid wire with the smooth, forgiving characteristics of flux-cored wire, giving you the best of both worlds in a high-performance package.