Fabshield XLR-8

Hobart Brothers Co.

Hobart Fabshield 21B XLR8 586a5f56d4877

Self-shielded flux-cored welding wire
Useable under AWS D1.8 for Demand Critical Welds
Welds out of position at high currents for increased productivity
Offers excellent high impact strength at low temperatures
Offers good crack resistance and produces x-ray quality welds
Features excellent slag removal and high deposition rates

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