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86955 - Böhler Diamondspark 52 RC .045" Gas Shielded Flux-Core Wire 33lb Spool

Packaging: 15kg spool
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OVERVIEW

Experience the Diamondspark Difference in Flux-Core Welding

Upgrade your welding performance with the Böhler Diamondspark 52 RC .045" Flux-Cored Wire. This premium consumable is designed for welders who demand smooth runnability and superior weld quality. Unlike traditional folded flux-cored wires, the Diamondspark 52 RC features a seamless tubular design that is copper-coated. This unique construction provides the current transfer efficiency of a solid wire while delivering the high deposition rates and penetration characteristics of a flux-cored wire.

The Diamondspark 52 RC is an all-position wire that excels in producing flat, smooth bead profiles with easily detachable slag. It is classified under AWS as E71T1M/T-9M/T-12M JDH4, indicating its suitability for a wide range of structural applications and its exceptional low-temperature toughness. The "RC" stands for Rapid Cooling, although in this context, it highlights the wire's robust performance in rapid production environments. Welders will appreciate the stable arc and reduced spatter, which minimizes post-weld cleanup time.

Perfect for general fabrication, heavy equipment repair, and structural steel erection, this 33 lb (15 kg) spool is ready to tackle your toughest jobs. Its ability to run on either straight CO2 or an Argon blend allows you to optimize for cost or arc characteristics depending on your specific setup. With its ultra-low hydrogen content and seismic approval, you can weld with confidence knowing you are depositing metal that meets the highest industry standards for safety and durability.

Why Choose Diamondspark 52 RC?

  • Smooth Arc Technology: Delivers a stable, low-spatter arc that is easy to control in all positions.
  • High Productivity: Combines high deposition rates with minimal downtime for cleaning or tip changes.
  • Robust Mechanicals: Provides excellent impact toughness even at low temperatures.
  • Long Shelf Life: The hermetically sealed seamless design protects the flux from humidity, ensuring fresh wire performance even after storage.
Additional Information
Brand:Bohler
Diameter:0.045 in
Aws Spec:E71T-1
Weld Process:Flux-Cored (FCAW)
Spool Size:33 lb Spool, 15 kg Spool
Polarity:DC
Position:All Position
AWS Classification:E71T1M/T-9M/T-12M JDH4, E71T1C/T-9C/T-12C DH4
Wire Diameter:0.045"
Shielding Gas Requirement:Argon/CO2 Mix, 100% CO2
Wire Type:Gas-Shielded Flux-Cored
Weight:33 lb (15 kg)
Diffusible Hydrogen:2.5 - 3.5ml/100g
Seismic Approval:AWS D1.8
Packaging Description:15kg spool

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 33 lb (15 kg) Spool of Diamondspark 52 RC .045" Flux-Cored Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Structural steel fabrication (Seismic zones)
  • Heavy equipment manufacturing
  • Shipbuilding and offshore construction
  • Pressure vessel welding
  • General industrial fabrication
  • Pipeline construction

FAQ

This wire is designed to operate with either 100% CO2 or a mixture of Argon and CO2 (typically 75% Ar / 25% CO2).

Yes, the Diamondspark 52 RC is AWS D1.8 Seismic Supplement approved, making it suitable for critical structural steel welding in seismic zones.

Seamless wires are hermetically sealed, preventing moisture absorption into the flux. This ensures low hydrogen levels and excellent resistance to hydrogen-induced cracking, while also improving feedability.

It carries multiple classifications including E71T1M, E71T-9M, and E71T-12M JDH4, indicating high toughness and low hydrogen properties.

Yes, this is an all-position rutile flux-cored wire, suitable for flat, horizontal, vertical-up, and overhead welding.

The spool weighs 33 lbs (approximately 15 kg), which is a standard size for industrial wire feeders.

Due to its seamless copper-coated design, it is much more resistant to moisture than folded wires, but it should still be stored in a dry environment to maintain optimal performance.

The Diamondspark 52 RC typically yields very low diffusible hydrogen values between 2.5 and 3.5 ml/100g, meeting H4 designations.