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S245119-002 - Hobart Fabco XL-550 1/16" Flux-Cored Welding Wire, 60lb Coil

Packaging: 60lb coil
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$457.80/60lb coil

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OVERVIEW

Industrial Grade Hobart Fabco XL-550 for Heavy Fabrication

Josef Gas is proud to supply the Hobart Fabco XL-550, a premium gas-shielded flux-cored wire designed to meet the rigorous demands of heavy industrial fabrication. This 1/16-inch diameter wire, supplied in a substantial 60lb coil, is engineered for high-volume operations requiring consistent quality and mechanical integrity. The Fabco XL-550 is a versatile consumable that supports both 100% CO2 and Argon/CO2 shielding gas mixtures, providing flexibility for various shop environments and cost structures.

For procurement managers and shop foremen, the Fabco XL-550 represents reliability. Its formulation delivers excellent impact values even at lower temperatures, ensuring that welds meet strict code requirements for structural steel, shipbuilding, and offshore applications. The wire is classified with a low hydrogen designation (H8), which is critical for preventing cold cracking in thick sections and restrained joints. By stocking this all-position wire, you ensure your team is equipped to handle complex geometries and out-of-position welds without the need to switch consumables.

This product is optimized for single and multiple pass applications, making it a staple for general fabrication and heavy equipment manufacturing. The 60lb coil format reduces changeover downtime compared to smaller spools, maximizing arc-on time in production settings. Trust Josef Gas to deliver this high-performance Hobart filler metal directly to your facility, ensuring your projects proceed without interruption.

Additional Information
Brand:Hobart
Diameter:1.6mm (1/16")
Packaging Description:60lb Coil
Weld Process:Flux-Cored (FCAW)
Position:All Position
AWS Spec:E71T-1, E71T-1C, E71T-1M, E71T-9C, E71T-9M, E71T-12C, E71T-12M
Polarity:DCEP
Wire Diameter:1/16"
Spool Size:60 lb
Wire Type:Gas-Shielded Flux-Cored
Shielding Gas Requirement:100% CO2, 75% Argon / 25% CO2
AWS Classification:E71T-1C H8, E71T-1M H8, E71T-9C H8, E71T-9M H8, E71T-12C H8, E71T-12M H8
Welding Position:All Position
Tensile Strength:70,000 psi (min)
Hydrogen Content:Low Hydrogen (H8)

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 60lb Coil of Hobart Fabco XL-550 1/16" Flux-Cored Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Shipbuilding and Marine Construction
  • Structural Steel Fabrication
  • Storage Vessels and Tank Manufacturing
  • Earth Moving and Heavy Equipment Repair
  • Offshore Platform Construction
  • General Industrial Fabrication
  • Mining Machinery
  • Bridge Construction
  • Railcar Manufacturing

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

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