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Esab Coreshield 8 is the wire we are currently using.

Coreshield 8 is a self-shielded flux cored wire designed to weld critical structural applications while maintaining excellent arc characteristics. Coreshield 8 is tested and certified to meet the new AWS D designation requirements, making this self-shielded wire an excellent choice for demand critical welds when the AWS D1.8 Seismic Supplement is utilized.

Coreshield 8 Seismic Data Sheet
Seismic Certifications

Diameter Amps Volts Wire Speed Deposit Rate Efficiency Stickout
5/64 in 150 A 21 90 ipm 3.96 lbs./hr 80.6 % 3/4 inches
5/64 in 175 A 22 110 ipm 4.83 lbs./hr. 80.9 % 3/4 inches
5/64 in 200 A 23 135 ipm 5.93 lbs./hr. 80.4 % 3/4 inches
5/64 in 320 A 24 240 ipm 10.53 lbs./hr. 81.0 %