Lincoln ED036050 Blue Max 307_MOD MIG GMAW Stainless Steel Welding Wire, 0.045 in, 33 lb Spool

Q: What wire diameter is the Lincoln ED036050 Blue Max 307_MOD MIG GMAW Stainless Steel Welding Wire, 0.045 in, 33 lb Spool available in?

The Lincoln ED036050 Blue Max 307_MOD MIG GMAW Stainless Steel Welding Wire, 0.045 in, 33 lb Spool is available in .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.

Q: What shielding gas or flux type does the Lincoln ED036050 Blue Max 307_MOD MIG GMAW Stainless Steel Welding Wire, 0.045 in, 33 lb Spool require?

Stainless steel MIG wire typically uses 98% Ar/2% O2 or tri-mix (He/Ar/CO2) shielding gas. For Lincoln ED036050 Blue Max 307_MOD MIG GMAW Stainless Steel Welding Wire, 0.045 in, 33 lb Spool: AWS Similar to AWS A5.9: ER307 applications — 308L suits 304/308 stainless; 309L suits dissimilar metal joints; 316L adds molybdenum for corrosion resistance in marine and chemical environments; 317L provides higher molybdenum content than 316L. Always use the correct filler alloy for your base metal to maintain corrosion resistance across the weld zone.

Q: What is the deposit strength of the Lincoln ED036050 Blue Max 307_MOD MIG GMAW Stainless Steel Welding Wire, 0.045 in, 33 lb Spool?

For Similar to AWS A5.9: ER307: 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.

Q: What spool size is the Lincoln ED036050 Blue Max 307_MOD MIG GMAW Stainless Steel Welding Wire, 0.045 in, 33 lb Spool available in?

MIG wire spool sizes range from 2 lb (small hobbyist spools) to 600 lb bulk drums. Most production feeders accept 12 in (33–44 lb) spools. Check your wire feeder's spool capacity before ordering — some compact machines only accept 4 in (10 lb) spools. Using the largest spool that fits your feeder minimizes change-over time.

Q: How should I store the Lincoln ED036050 Blue Max 307_MOD MIG GMAW Stainless Steel Welding Wire, 0.045 in, 33 lb Spool 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.

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BLUE MAX® MIG 307_MOD is an austenitic stainless steel designed for joining dissimilar stainless steel.

AWS / Classification: Similar to AWS A5.9: ER307; ISO 14343-A: G 18 8 Mn

Overview

Blue Max MIG 0.045 inch welding wire is designed to perform exceptionally at high wire feed speeds

Features

Designed to deliver good crack resistance between dissimilar metals
Moderate strength weld deposits
Q2 Lot® - Certificates showing actual wire composition and calculated ferrite number (FN) available online

Typical Applications

General Fabrication
Automotive/ Transport
Maintenance & Repair

Welding Positions

Shielding Gas

98% Ar/ 2% O2

Specifications

Feature	Value
CONFORMANCES	SPECIFICATIONCLASSIFICATION
ISO	ISO 14343-AG 18 8 Mn
Classification	%C%Cr%Cu%Mn%Mo%Ni%P%S%Si
G 18 8 Mn Requirement	0.20 max.17.0 - 20.00.5 max.5.0 - 8.00.5 max.7.0 - 10.00.03 max.0.03 max.1.2 max.
Typical Result	0.0517.90.35.80.28.10.030.010.8
Diameter	Shielding GasVoltage, voltsApprox. Current, amps
0.045 in (1.1 mm)	98% Ar / 2% O228-32180-250
LECO Diameter	0.045 in (1.1 mm)
LECO Package	33 lb Spool
Diameter (in)	0.045

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Product Overview

Blue Max MIG 0.045 inch welding wire is designed to perform exceptionally at high wire feed speeds

Features

Designed to deliver good crack resistance between dissimilar metals
Moderate strength weld deposits
Q2 Lot® - Certificates showing actual wire composition and calculated ferrite number (FN) available online

Typical Applications

General Fabrication
Automotive/ Transport
Maintenance & Repair

Welding Positions

Shielding Gas

98% Ar/ 2% O2

Specifications

Feature	Value
CONFORMANCES	SPECIFICATIONCLASSIFICATION
ISO	ISO 14343-AG 18 8 Mn
Classification	%C%Cr%Cu%Mn%Mo%Ni%P%S%Si
G 18 8 Mn Requirement	0.20 max.17.0 - 20.00.5 max.5.0 - 8.00.5 max.7.0 - 10.00.03 max.0.03 max.1.2 max.
Typical Result	0.0517.90.35.80.28.10.030.010.8
Diameter	Shielding GasVoltage, voltsApprox. Current, amps
0.045 in (1.1 mm)	98% Ar / 2% O228-32180-250
LECO Diameter	0.045 in (1.1 mm)
LECO Package	33 lb Spool
Diameter (in)	0.045

Lincoln ED036050 Blue Max 307_MOD MIG GMAW Stainless Steel Welding Wire, 0.045 in, 33 lb Spool

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