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81933B - Hobart Megafil 819R 1/16-inch Seamless Flux-Cored Wire 35lb

Packaging: 35lb spool
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OVERVIEW

Superior Performance with Hobart Megafil 819R

For welders who demand consistency and ease of use on high-strength steel projects, the Hobart Megafil 819R 1/16" wire delivers a top-tier experience. This isn't your average flux-cored wire; it utilizes seamless technology that makes it run as smoothly as a solid wire but with the fast deposition rates and all-position capabilities of a flux-core. If you are welding on heavy equipment, structural steel, or piping that requires 80,000 psi tensile strength, this wire provides the confidence you need to pass X-ray and ultrasound testing every time.

One of the biggest frustrations with traditional flux-cored wires is moisture pickup, which leads to worm-tracking and porosity. The Megafil 819R solves this with its hermetically sealed, copper-coated design. You can leave the spool on the feeder without worrying about it absorbing humidity overnight. When you pull the trigger, you get a smooth, stable arc with very low spatter, meaning less post-weld cleanup and grinding. The slag system is designed to be fast-freezing, allowing you to weld out-of-position—including vertical up—without the puddle sagging or dripping, giving you excellent bead control.

The 1/16-inch diameter allows for high deposition rates, helping you fill large joints faster and improve overall productivity. The copper coating also helps the wire slide easily through liners and guns, reducing bird-nesting and feeding issues that cause downtime. Whether you are working in a shop or on a site requiring high-impact toughness at low temperatures, the Megafil 819R is a reliable partner. It runs best on mixed gas (Argon/CO2), giving you a clean, professional-looking bead profile with deep penetration and solid fusion.

Additional Information
Brand:Hobart
Diameter:1.6mm (1/16")
Packaging Description:35lb spool
Weld Process:Flux-Cored (FCAW)
Position:All Position
Polarity:DCEP
AWS Classification:E81T1-M21A8-Ni1-H4, E81T1-Ni1
Shielding Gas Requirement:Argon/CO2 Mix (M21)
Wire Type:Gas-Shielded Flux-Cored
Tensile Strength:80,000 psi class
Impact Toughness:Good at -60°C
Diffusible Hydrogen:<3ml/100g
Alloy Type:Low Alloy Steel (1% Ni)

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 35 lb Spool of Hobart Megafil 819R 1/16" Flux-Cored Welding Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Offshore platforms and marine structures
  • High-strength pipeline fabrication
  • Heavy earth-moving and mining equipment
  • Structural steel construction in cold climates
  • Pressure vessel manufacturing
  • Shipbuilding and barge construction

FAQ

This wire is designed to run on a mixture of Argon and CO2 (M21 class), typically 75% Argon / 25% CO2 or 80% Argon / 20% CO2.

It is typically classified as E81T1-Ni1M-J H4, indicating an 80ksi tensile strength, all-position capability, and 1% Nickel content.

Due to its seamless, hermetically sealed design, Megafil 819R is highly resistant to moisture absorption compared to folded wires, though standard dry storage is still recommended.

Yes, the Megafil 819R has a fast-freezing rutile slag system that makes it excellent for all-position welding, including vertical-up.

Seamless wires offer extremely low diffusible hydrogen levels (<3ml/100g), superior feedability, and resistance to moisture absorption.

This item (SKU 81933B) is 1/16 inch (approx 1.6mm) in diameter.

This product comes on a 35 lb (approx 15.9 kg) spool.

Yes, it provides excellent Charpy V-Notch impact toughness values down to -60°C, making it suitable for arctic and cryogenic applications.