S669010-055 - Hobart SWX 160 Agglomerated Submerged Arc Welding Flux

High-Performance Agglomerated Flux for Structural Welding

The Hobart SWX 160 Sub Arc Flux is a premium agglomerated flux designed to meet the rigorous demands of heavy industrial fabrication and structural steel welding. Engineered by Hobart, a leader in welding consumables, this flux provides a stable and consistent platform for Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) processes. The SWX 160 formulation is optimized to deliver excellent operating characteristics, including a stable arc and smooth metal transfer, which are critical for maintaining high productivity rates in automated or semi-automated environments.

One of the standout technical features of the SWX 160 is its slag detachability. In multi-pass welding scenarios, the ability to easily remove slag between passes is essential to preventing slag inclusions and ensuring the integrity of the final weldment. This flux is formulated to peel away cleanly, often requiring minimal mechanical intervention, which significantly reduces inter-pass cleaning time and labor costs. Furthermore, the flux supports high travel speeds without compromising bead profile, making it an ideal choice for long, continuous welds often found in beam fabrication, tank manufacturing, and shipbuilding.

The 50-pound bag packaging is designed to protect the hygroscopic nature of agglomerated fluxes, ensuring that the product remains dry and ready for use upon opening. Proper storage and handling of the flux are crucial to preventing hydrogen-induced cracking, and Hobart's packaging helps mitigate moisture pickup during transit and storage. Whether utilized with solid wires or cored wires designed for SAW, the SWX 160 enhances the mechanical properties of the weld metal, providing reliable impact toughness and tensile strength suitable for critical structural applications.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Hobart


• Model: SWX 160


• Process: Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)


• Flux Type: Agglomerated


• Net Weight: 50 lbs (22.68 kg)


• Packaging: Moisture-resistant Bag