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1262F07 - Esab Spoolarc 83 ER90S-D2 .045 MIG Wire 20kg Spool

Packaging: 20 kg spool
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OVERVIEW

Reliable Performance for Heavy Equipment and Structural Repairs

When you are welding on heavy earthmoving equipment, cranes, or structural supports, you need a wire that matches the strength of the steel you are repairing. Esab Spoolarc 83 is the go-to .045" solid wire for these tough jobs. Known in the industry as a "D2" wire, it packs a punch with added Molybdenum, giving your welds the high tensile strength needed to withstand extreme loads and stresses. If you are fixing a cracked boom on an excavator or fabricating a high-stress frame, this is the wire that ensures the repair holds up under pressure.

One of the biggest headaches for welders is dealing with dirty steel. Spoolarc 83 is designed to help you out. Its high manganese and silicon content fights off porosity caused by rust and scale, letting you lay down smooth, sound beads even when the metal isn't perfectly shiny. The puddle wets out nicely, avoiding that sluggish feel you get with some other high-strength wires, and the arc remains stable and predictable. This means less spatter to chip off later and a better-looking finished weld.

This 20kg (approx. 44lb) spool is standard for industrial wire feeders, giving you plenty of material to keep the arc on. It runs great on DCEP polarity with either straight CO2 for deep penetration or an Argon/CO2 mix for a smoother spray transfer. If your shop handles automotive frames, mining machinery, or pressure vessels, keeping a spool of Spoolarc 83 on the feeder guarantees you are ready for high-strength steel challenges.

Additional Information
Brand:ESAB
Diameter:0.045"
Packaging:20 kg Spool
Weld Process:MIG (GMAW)
Polarity:DCEP
AWS Spec:ER90S-D2
Material Composition:Low Alloy Steel (Manganese-Molybdenum)
Wire Type:Solid
Shielding Gas Requirement:Argon/CO2 Mix, 100% CO2
Tensile Strength:90,000 psi min
Applications:High Strength Low Alloy Steels, Heavy Equipment
Packaging Description:20 kg spool
Grade:ER80S-D2

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 20kg Spool of Esab Spoolarc 83 .045" MIG Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Earthmoving and heavy construction equipment
  • High-tensile pipe and tubing fabrication
  • Mining machinery and rock crushers
  • Crane booms and lifting devices
  • Automotive frames and chassis
  • Ship and barge building
  • Pressure vessels and structural steel

FAQ

Spoolarc 83 is classified as ER90S-D2 (or ER80S-D2 depending on specific heat input and gas), indicating a low-alloy steel wire with Molybdenum for high strength.

It can be used with 100% CO2 for deep penetration or Argon/CO2 mixtures (like 75/25 or 90/10) for a smoother arc and less spatter.

Yes, the high levels of Manganese and Silicon provide excellent deoxidizing properties, making it very tolerant of rust and mill scale.

This specific product is 0.045 inches (1.2mm) in diameter.

Typical tensile strength is approximately 100,000 psi (690 MPa), meeting the minimum requirement of 90,000 psi for the ER90S-D2 class.

Yes, like most solid MIG wires, it should be run on Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP), also known as Reverse Polarity.

This is a 20kg spool, which is approximately 44 lbs.

Yes, it is frequently used for welding high-tensile pipe and tubing, particularly in the 80,000-100,000 psi yield range.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

Spec Sheet