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S247119-044 - Hobart FabCO Excel-Arc 71 1.6mm Flux-Cored Wire 44lb Spool

Packaging: 44lb spool
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OVERVIEW

Master All-Position Welding with Hobart Excel-Arc 71

Take your welding projects to the next level with the Hobart FabCO Excel-Arc 71, a top-tier flux-cored wire built for professional welders who demand consistency and control. This 1.6mm (1/16") wire comes in a substantial 44lb spool, perfect for heavy-duty jobs where downtime for spool changes needs to be minimized. Known for its "operator appeal," this wire makes out-of-position welding significantly easier thanks to its fast-freezing slag characteristics.

Why struggle with messy welds? The Excel-Arc 71 is engineered to produce a flat bead profile with very low spatter levels, keeping your workpiece clean and reducing grinding time. The slag practically peels off by itself in many cases. It offers the flexibility to use either straight CO2 for economy and penetration or an Argon/CO2 blend for a smoother arc and superior bead appearance. This adaptability makes it a go-to choice for shops that handle a variety of steel fabrication tasks.

From heavy farm machinery repairs to structural beam welding, this wire delivers the mechanical strength you need. It provides excellent impact resistance even in colder conditions, ensuring your welds hold up under stress. Upgrade your MIG setup with Hobart's trusted technology and experience smoother, faster, and cleaner welds on mild steel applications.

Additional Information
Brand:Hobart
Diameter:1.6mm (1/16")
Aws Spec:E71T-1
Weld Process:Flux-Cored (FCAW)
Position:All Position
Packaging Description:44lb-spool
Spool Size:44 lb Spool
Polarity:DC
Material Composition:Mild Steel
Shielding Gas Requirement:100% CO2, 75% Argon / 25% CO2
Wire Type:Gas-Shielded Flux-Cored
AWS Classification:E71T-1C, E71T-1M, E71T-9C, E71T-9M
Current Type:DCEP
Impact Strength:High at low temperatures

INCLUDED

  • 44 lb Spool of 1.6mm (1/16") FabCO Excel-Arc 71 Flux-Cored Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Structural Steel Fabrication
  • General Fabrication
  • Heavy Equipment Repair & Manufacturing
  • Agriculture Machinery
  • Shipbuilding and Offshore Platforms
  • Construction
  • Mining Equipment
  • Railcar Manufacturing
  • Paper and Pulp Industry Equipment

FAQ

This wire can be used with either 100% CO2 or a mixture of 75% Argon and 25% CO2.

Yes, the fast-freezing slag system makes it excellent for all-position welding, including vertical-up and overhead.

The wire diameter is 1.6mm, which is approximately 1/16 inch.

It meets AWS A5.20 classifications E71T-1C and E71T-1M.

No, Hobart FabCO Excel-Arc 71 is designed for mild and low-alloy steel applications.

This product comes on a 44lb (approx. 20kg) spool.

Yes, it is designed to operate on Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP).

This is a gas-shielded flux-cored wire (FCAW-G).

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

Spec Sheet
Safety Data Sheet