What is the AWS classification of the Lincoln ED027861 Lincolnweld 980 Submerged Arc SAW Flux, 50 lb Bag?

SAW wire AWS classification (e.g., EH14 for high-manganese wire, EM12K for medium-manganese wire, EA2 for low-alloy wire) specifies the wire chemistry. The wire classification must be paired with a compatible flux classification that together meet the WPS deposit property requirements. Check the flux manufacturer's compatibility chart before combining wire and flux.

Lincoln Electric Lincolnweld 980 ED027861 Submerged Arc Wire – 50 lb

Q: What process is the Lincoln ED027861 Lincolnweld 980 Submerged Arc SAW Flux, 50 lb Bag designed for?

The Lincoln ED027861 Lincolnweld 980 Submerged Arc SAW Flux, 50 lb Bag is used in Submerged Arc Welding (SAW), a high-deposition welding process where the arc is shielded by a blanket of granular flux rather than shielding gas. SAW is used primarily in the flat and horizontal positions for welding structural plate, pressure vessels, pipelines, ship hulls, and heavy fabrication. It produces deep penetration, high deposition rates, and excellent weld quality with minimal spatter.

Q: What diameter is the Lincoln ED027861 Lincolnweld 980 Submerged Arc SAW Flux, 50 lb Bag available in?

Common SAW wire diameters range from 5/64 in to 7/32 in. Smaller diameter wire (5/64, 3/32 in) suits lower heat-input applications, tight-groove work, and thinner plate. Larger diameter wire (5/32, 3/16, 7/32 in) maximizes deposition rate for heavy plate and multi-pass structural welds. Consult the wire manufacturer's parameter chart for amperage, voltage, and travel speed by diameter.

Q: What spool or coil size is the Lincoln ED027861 Lincolnweld 980 Submerged Arc SAW Flux, 50 lb Bag available in?

The Lincoln ED027861 Lincolnweld 980 Submerged Arc SAW Flux, 50 lb Bag is available in 50 lb coil/spool sizes. SAW wire is commonly supplied as coils or on large spools (300–600 lb) for automated welding systems. Smaller coils (25–50 lb) suit semi-automatic and lower-volume applications. Use of the correct spool hub adapter for your SAW head is required for large-coil operation.

Q: How should I store the Lincoln ED027861 Lincolnweld 980 Submerged Arc SAW Flux, 50 lb Bag to maintain weld quality?

Store SAW wire in a clean, dry environment. Surface rust on SAW wire can introduce hydrogen into the weld deposit, increasing the risk of porosity and cold cracking in susceptible base materials. Lightly rusted wire can sometimes be cleaned with a dry cloth, but wire with heavy surface oxidation should be discarded. Keep wire coils sealed in their original packaging until ready for use and store at controlled room temperature with low humidity.

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Lincoln ED027861 Lincolnweld 980 Submerged Arc SAW Flux, 50 lb Bag

Features

Combines many of the features of the 700 and 800 series fluxes and is ideal for semiautomatic submerged arc welding
Exceptional resistance to flash-through and porosity caused by arc blow in a variety of applications
Especially high productivity when used with Lincolnweld® LC-72 wire
Actual (Type 3.1) certificates for each lot of flux showing chemical composition, particle size and moisture level are available in the certificate center of lincolnelectric.com

Specifications

Feature	Value
Wire	ClassificationPostweld Heat TreatmentYield Strength @ 0.2% Offset, MPa (ksi)Tensile Strength, MPa (ksi)Elongation, %Charpy V-Notch, J (ft-lbs) @ -30°C (-20°F)
Lincolnweld® L-50®	F7A2-EM13K-H8As-welded430 (62)520 (75)3028 (21)
Lincolnweld® L-61®	F7A2-EM12K-H8As-welded420 (61)510 (74)30113 (83)
Lincolnweld® LA-75	F7A2-ENi1K-Ni1-H8As-welded460 (66)560 (81)3099 (73)
Lincolnweld® LAC-Ni2	F8A2-ECNi2-Ni2-H8As-welded480 (69)570 (83)29117 (86)
Lincolnweld® LC-72	F7A2-EC1-H8As-welded440 (64)520 (76)2728 (21)
Wire	Classification%C%Cr%Cu%Mn%Mo%Ni%P%S%Si%Ti+V+ZrDiffusible Hydrogen, mL/100g Weld Metal
Lincolnweld® L-50®	F7A2-EM13K-H80.040.071.670.0190.0090.462
Lincolnweld® L-61®	F7A2-EM12K-H80.060.091.460.0230.0110.324
Lincolnweld® LA-75	F7A2-ENi1K-Ni1-H80.050.040.101.560.000.800.0070.0080.600.023
Lincolnweld® LAC-Ni2	F8A2-ECNi2-Ni2-H80.040.041.322.190.0160.0110.252
Lincolnweld® LC-72	F7A2-EC1-H80.040.021.630.0240.0110.553
Classification	%Al2O3%CaF2%FeO%MgO%MnO%Na2O%SiO2%TiO2
Typical Result	431223162147
LECO Diameter	Flux
LECO Package	50 lb Bag

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(1) 50 lb Bag

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Product Overview

Lincoln ED027861 Lincolnweld 980 Submerged Arc SAW Flux, 50 lb Bag

Features

Combines many of the features of the 700 and 800 series fluxes and is ideal for semiautomatic submerged arc welding
Exceptional resistance to flash-through and porosity caused by arc blow in a variety of applications
Especially high productivity when used with Lincolnweld® LC-72 wire
Actual (Type 3.1) certificates for each lot of flux showing chemical composition, particle size and moisture level are available in the certificate center of lincolnelectric.com

Specifications

Feature	Value
Wire	ClassificationPostweld Heat TreatmentYield Strength @ 0.2% Offset, MPa (ksi)Tensile Strength, MPa (ksi)Elongation, %Charpy V-Notch, J (ft-lbs) @ -30°C (-20°F)
Lincolnweld® L-50®	F7A2-EM13K-H8As-welded430 (62)520 (75)3028 (21)
Lincolnweld® L-61®	F7A2-EM12K-H8As-welded420 (61)510 (74)30113 (83)
Lincolnweld® LA-75	F7A2-ENi1K-Ni1-H8As-welded460 (66)560 (81)3099 (73)
Lincolnweld® LAC-Ni2	F8A2-ECNi2-Ni2-H8As-welded480 (69)570 (83)29117 (86)
Lincolnweld® LC-72	F7A2-EC1-H8As-welded440 (64)520 (76)2728 (21)
Wire	Classification%C%Cr%Cu%Mn%Mo%Ni%P%S%Si%Ti+V+ZrDiffusible Hydrogen, mL/100g Weld Metal
Lincolnweld® L-50®	F7A2-EM13K-H80.040.071.670.0190.0090.462
Lincolnweld® L-61®	F7A2-EM12K-H80.060.091.460.0230.0110.324
Lincolnweld® LA-75	F7A2-ENi1K-Ni1-H80.050.040.101.560.000.800.0070.0080.600.023
Lincolnweld® LAC-Ni2	F8A2-ECNi2-Ni2-H80.040.041.322.190.0160.0110.252
Lincolnweld® LC-72	F7A2-EC1-H80.040.021.630.0240.0110.553
Classification	%Al2O3%CaF2%FeO%MgO%MnO%Na2O%SiO2%TiO2
Typical Result	431223162147
LECO Diameter	Flux
LECO Package	50 lb Bag

Lincoln Electric Lincolnweld 980 ED027861 Submerged Arc Wire – 50 lb

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Lincoln ED027861 Lincolnweld 980 Submerged Arc SAW Flux, 50 lb Bag

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