{"product_id":"lincoln-electric-ed031663-flux-core-mig-wire-0-045-in","title":"Lincoln Electric ED031663 Flux Core Mig Wire 0.045 in","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LINCOLN ELECTRIC ED031663 is a flux core MIG welding wire designed for steel alloy applications in industrial and fabrication environments. Supplied on a spool, this wire measures 0.045 inches in diameter and delivers a tensile strength of 480, making it suited for structural and general-purpose steel welding. The flux core construction eliminates the need for external shielding gas in many applications, improving workflow efficiency in field and shop settings. Licensed welders, fabricators, and skilled tradespeople working with MIG welding equipment install and use this wire as a consumable in semi-automatic welding processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wire is appropriate for welding steel alloy base materials in both light industrial and heavy fabrication scenarios. The 0.045 inch diameter is a common size for higher-deposition rate welding on thicker steel sections, making it a practical choice for structural steel work, manufacturing, and repair welding. The spool format is compatible with standard wire feed mechanisms found on most MIG welding machines. It is suited for applications where flux core performance is preferred over solid wire with external gas shielding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e0.045 inch wire diameter for higher-deposition rate welding on heavier steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlux core construction supports gasless operation in applicable processes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSteel alloy wire material for general-purpose and structural steel welding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpool container type for compatibility with standard MIG wire feed systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTensile strength rating of 480 supports demanding fabrication and repair work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style replacement or standard consumable for MIG welding machines that accept 0.045 inch flux core wire on a spool format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation and wire feeding should be performed by a qualified welder or trained technician familiar with MIG welding equipment. Before loading the spool, power down the welding machine and verify the drive roll size and liner diameter are matched to 0.045 inch wire. Follow the equipment manufacturer guidelines for tension settings and feed speed. Always follow applicable AWS and workplace safety standards when handling welding consumables and operating welding equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWire Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.045 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWire Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Flux Core\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWire Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Steel Alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTensile Strength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 480\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spool\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Width\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.05 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Height\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.05 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 33 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUNSPSC Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: 23271800\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: LINCOLN ELECTRIC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: ED031663\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"LINCOLN ELECTRIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51559918502194,"sku":"ED031663","price":185.08,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/a30dd16fc07c6e04971f306f0b528253.jpg?v=1786444491","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/lincoln-electric-ed031663-flux-core-mig-wire-0-045-in","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}