SelectSuper NC3

Carbon Steel / Solid / Gas Shielded

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Features

  • A carbon steel, solid “MIG wire” electrode with no copper coating, for gas shielded arc welding.
  • Moderate levels of manganese and silicon compared to 70S-6 electrodes reduces silicate slag on weld deposit which minimizes postweld cleanup.
  • Reduced copper fumes, no copper flaking, crisp arc starts, and a reduction of spatter can all be observed as a result of a bare, copper free wire.
  • Recommended shielding gases are 75-95% argon/balance carbon dioxide, 95-98% argon/balance oxygen, and 100% carbon dioxide.
  • Intended for welding carbon steels, such as ASTM A36, A515, A516, and A572.
  • Smaller diameters (1/16” or smaller) can be pulse welded in all positions.
  • The versatility of a slag free solid wire makes this ideal for general fabrication, structural steel welds, and thin section applications, such as automotive components and hot water heaters with minor amounts of mill scale.

Standard Diameters

in (mm)
  • 0.035 (0.9)
  • 0.045 (1.2)
  • 0.052 (1.3)
  • 1/16 (1.6)

Welding Positions

All Positions

Shielding

  • 100% CO₂
  • 75-95% Ar/Balance CO₂
  • 95-98% Ar/Balance O₂
    Flow Rate: 40 – 50 CFM

Polarity

DCEP

Conformances

  • AWS A5.18
    • ER70S-3
    • TYPICAL WIRE CHEMISTRY (WT%)
    Shielding Gas C Cr Cu Mn Mo Ni P S Si V
    N/A 0.09 0.02 0.01 1.20 <0.01 0.01 0.01 0.01 0.55 0.01
    Typical Mechanical Properties
    Shielding Gas Tensile Strength
    ksi (MPa)    		 Yield Strength
    ksi (MPa)    		 Elongation
    (%)    		 WeldCondition PWHTTemp Charpy V-Notch
    0 °F ft⋅lb (-18 °C J)
    100%CO2 77 (531) 61 (421) 30 As-Welded – –
    90%Ar / 10%CO2 79 (545) 65 (448) 29 As-Welded – –
    Recomended Welding Parameters
    Diameter
    in (mm)    		 Shielding Gas Position Wire Feed Speed
    in/min (m/min)    		 Amps Volts Contact Tip to Work Distance
    in (mm)
    0.035 (0.9) 90% Ar/10% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 380 (9.7) 175 25 3/8 – 5/8 (10 – 16)
    0.035 (0.9) 90% Ar/10% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 450 (11.4) 230 27 3/8 – 5/8 (10 – 16)
    0.035 (0.9) 90% Ar/10% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 550 (14.0) 250 29 1/2 – 3/4 (13 – 19)
    0.035 (0.9) 90% Ar/10% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 625 (15.9) 275 30 1/2 – 3/4 (13 – 19)
    0.045 (1.2) 90% Ar/10% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 310 (7.9) 240 26 1/2 – 5/8 (13 – 16)
    0.045 (1.2) 90% Ar/10% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 375 (9.5) 275 28 1/2 – 5/8 (13 – 16)
    0.045 (1.2) 90% Ar/10% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 450 (11.4) 325 29 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    0.045 (1.2) 90% Ar/10% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 550 (14.0) 375 30 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    0.052 (1.3) 90% Ar/10% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 260 (6.6) 275 26 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    0.052 (1.3) 90% Ar/10% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 355 (9.0) 325 28 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    0.052 (1.3) 90% Ar/10% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 450 (11.4) 375 29 3/4 – 1 (19 – 25)
    0.052 (1.3) 90% Ar/10% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 525 (13.3) 425 30 3/4 – 1 (19 – 25)
    1/16 (1.6) 90% Ar/10% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 190 (4.8) 300 27 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    1/16 (1.6) 90% Ar/10% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 245 (6.2) 360 28 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    1/16 (1.6) 90% Ar/10% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 290 (7.4) 420 29 3/4 – 1 (19 – 25)
    1/16 (1.6) 90% Ar/10% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 330 (8.4) 475 30 3/4 – 1 (19 – 25)

    Packaging (lbs (kg))

    33 (15) Spools, 60 (27.2) Coils, 500 (226.8) Round Drum, 800 (362.9) Hex Drum, 900 (408.2) Hex Drum

    *Some packaging options may not be available depending on diameter and product. Special package options may be available upon request.