What wire diameter is the Harris Aluminum Bronze A2 MIG Welding Wire available in?

The Harris Aluminum Bronze A2 MIG Welding Wire is available in .035, .045 diameter. Wire diameter selection depends on base metal thickness and travel speed requirements: .023 in suits thin sheet metal (up to 3/16 in), .030 in is versatile for 1/8–1/4 in, .035 in is the most common all-purpose diameter for 3/16–1/2 in steel, and .045 in or larger suits heavy plate and high-deposition applications.

What shielding gas or flux type does the Harris Aluminum Bronze A2 MIG Welding Wire require?

Aluminum MIG wire requires pure argon shielding gas (no CO2 — CO2 causes porosity in aluminum). Use a spool gun or push-pull gun to prevent wire birdnesting from soft aluminum wire. ER4043 (Al-Si alloy) is the most common choice for general aluminum fabrication; ER5356 (Al-Mg alloy) provides higher strength and is preferred when post-weld anodizing is required.

What is the deposit strength of the Harris Aluminum Bronze A2 MIG Welding Wire?

For ERCuAl-A2: Deposit tensile strength for mild steel solid MIG wire (ER70S-x) is approximately 70,000 PSI (483 MPa) minimum. For stainless filler metals, the deposit strength matches the base alloy grade. For flux-core wires, strength and chemistry vary by classification — refer to the AWS classification on the package for the exact mechanical property requirements.

What spool size is the Harris Aluminum Bronze A2 MIG Welding Wire available in?

The Harris Aluminum Bronze A2 MIG Welding Wire is available in 30 lb spool/coil sizes. Smaller spools (2 lb, 10 lb) fit most hobby and light commercial feeders. Larger spools (33 lb, 44 lb) are standard for production welders with 12 in spool capacity. Drums and coils (250–600 lb) are used with bulk drum feeders for robotic and high-production applications.

How should I store the Harris Aluminum Bronze A2 MIG Welding Wire to prevent weld quality issues?

Store MIG wire in a clean, dry location away from humidity. Moisture absorption causes porosity in the weld — mild steel wire is particularly susceptible. If wire has been exposed to moisture, it may show surface rust; lightly rusted wire can sometimes be used but should be wiped before feeding. Flux-core and low-hydrogen electrodes require stricter moisture control than solid wire. Keep spools in their original packaging or sealed containers with desiccant packets when not in use.