Lincoln Electric offers new UltraCore stainless steel flux-cored, gas-shielded wires available in commonly used austenitic grades for flat and all-positional applications. The new wires are preferred by welders for the polished appearance of the weld deposits, ease of welding out-of-position and smooth wire feeding, said the company.
Sheena Suvak, senior product manager, alloys, Lincoln Electric stated, “Flux-cored wires can provide great deposition at high wire feed speeds; given the nature of welding stainless, we knew ease of use was imperative. The new UltraCore flux-cored stainless wires have a smooth arc characteristic that produces minimal spatter. Our fast freezing slag design creates an easier out-of-position welding experience.”
Designed with the welder in mind, UltraCore stainless steel wires deliver improved weldability characteristics, including:
- Easier out-of-position welding
- Smooth arc with minimal spatter
- Polished weld bead appearance
- Reduces post-weld cleaning
- Wide operating range
The upgraded packaging includes the following:
- Precision layer wound
- Steady spool payoff
- Consistent wire feeding
- Vacuum-sealed foil bag
- Moisture-resistant package
- New larger 33 lb spool package size
- Less changeover
- More arc time
Testing indicates UltraCore wires exhibit significantly greater arc stability over the length of the weld. The weld beads have less discoloration compared to the competition, said the company.
