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S249412-050 - Hobart FabCOR 86R .045 Metal-Cored Wire 500lb Drum

Packaging: 500lb per drum
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OVERVIEW

Superior Mill Scale Tolerance and Productivity

Step up your welding game with the Hobart FabCOR 86R, a metal-cored wire built to handle the tough reality of fabrication shops. If you are tired of grinding mill scale off every piece of steel before you strike an arc, this wire is your solution. Engineered with extra deoxidizers, the FabCOR 86R burns through light rust and mill scale with ease, leaving you with a clean, solid weld and saving you hours of prep time. It is the perfect workhorse for structural steel, railcars, and heavy equipment repairs where surface conditions aren't always perfect.

Faster Welding, Less Cleanup

One of the biggest advantages of switching to FabCOR 86R from solid wire is the deposition rate. Because the current travels through the outer metal sheath, you get a higher current density that melts the wire faster. This means you can lay down more metal in less time, increasing your travel speeds and getting jobs out the door faster. Plus, the arc is incredibly soft and stable, producing almost no spatter. This means you spend less time chipping and grinding after the weld is done, keeping your workflow smooth and efficient.

Maximize Arc-On Time

This product comes in a massive 500lb drum, designed for serious fabricators who want to keep the arc lit. If you are running a robotic cell or a dedicated station that burns wire all day, this bulk package eliminates the downtime of constantly swapping out 33lb or 44lb spools. The wire pays out smoothly, preventing tangles and feed issues that can ruin a weld or stop production. It allows you to focus on the weld puddle rather than watching the spool run empty.

Versatile and Reliable

The FabCOR 86R runs on Argon/CO2 mixtures, typically 75/25 or 90/10, giving you that smooth spray transfer welders love. It is rated for single and multiple pass welds, making it versatile enough for thick plate welding in shipbuilding or general fabrication. With its H4 low-hydrogen rating, you can also be confident that your welds are resistant to cracking, ensuring the durability and safety of your final product. Upgrade to Hobart FabCOR 86R and experience the difference in speed, quality, and ease of use.

Additional Information
Brand:Hobart
Diameter:0.045 in
Packaging Description:500lb drum
AWS Spec:E70C-6M
Weld Process:Metal-Cored (MCAW)
Polarity:DCEP
Material Composition:Carbon Steel
Wire Type:Metal-Cored
Shielding Gas Requirement:Argon/CO2 Mixtures
Spool Size:500 lb Drum
AWS Classification:E70C-6M H4
Welding Position:Flat, Horizontal
Applications:Shipbuilding, Railcar, General Fabrication
Position:All Position

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 500lb Drum of Hobart FabCOR 86R .045" Metal-Cored Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Shipbuilding and Marine Construction
  • Railcar Manufacturing
  • General Heavy Fabrication
  • Structural Steel Projects
  • Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
  • Automated and Robotic Welding Cells

FAQ

Hobart FabCOR 86R is designed for use with Argon/CO2 mixtures, typically ranging from 75% to 95% Argon with the balance being CO2.

Yes, FabCOR 86R has higher levels of deoxidizers (Silicon and Manganese) specifically to provide excellent tolerance to mill scale and light rust.

This is a metal-cored wire (AWS E70C-6M). It contains a metal powder core rather than a flux core, resulting in high deposition efficiency and no slag to chip.

The AWS classification is E70C-6M H4. The 'C' stands for composite (metal-cored), '6' indicates high impact properties, 'M' is for mixed gas, and 'H4' indicates low hydrogen.

This wire is designed primarily for Flat and Horizontal positions due to the fluid puddle associated with metal-cored wires in spray transfer.

The 500lb drum significantly reduces downtime caused by changing spools, making it ideal for high-volume or robotic welding applications.

Metal-cored wires like FabCOR 86R produce little to no slag, often appearing only as small islands of silica that are easily removed.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

Spec Sheet
Safety Data Sheet