What wire diameter is the Lincoln SuperGlaze 4047 MIG Welding Wire available in?

The Lincoln SuperGlaze 4047 MIG Welding Wire is available in .047 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 Lincoln SuperGlaze 4047 MIG Welding Wire require?

Shielding gas selection affects arc stability, spatter, bead profile, and penetration: 100% CO2 gives deep penetration and good bead wetting but more spatter; 75% Ar/25% CO2 (C25) is the most popular general-purpose mix, balancing penetration, spatter, and bead appearance; higher argon mixes (90/10, 95/5) suit spray transfer at higher amperages. Match shielding gas to your wire alloy and welding parameters.

What is the deposit strength of the Lincoln SuperGlaze 4047 MIG Welding Wire?

For ER4047: 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 Lincoln SuperGlaze 4047 MIG Welding Wire available in?

The Lincoln SuperGlaze 4047 MIG Welding Wire is available in 16 lb, 300 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 Lincoln SuperGlaze 4047 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.

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Lincoln Electric 4047 MIG Wire

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SuperGlaze® 4047 has a very high silicon content 11-13 % with low melting point for excellent fluidity

Overview

SuperGlaze 4047 3/64 inch is an aluminum alloy engineered with a high silicon content (11–13%) to deliver exceptional fluidity, a lower melting point, and improved performance during welding or brazing. Its composition reduces hot cracking and produces cosmetic, high-quality welds across a wide range of applications.

Features

High fluidity from 11–13% silicon content
Minimizes hot cracking, resulting in higher fillet weld shear strength
Produces clean, cosmetic welds
Lower melting point and higher fluidity than 4043 filler wires

Typical Applications

Automotive components
Heat exchangers
Body panels
Brazing of aluminum sheets, extrusions, and castings

Welding Positions

All positions except vertical down

Shielding Gas

100% Argon
Argon / Helium mixtures
Flow Rate: 30–50 CFH

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High fluidity from 11–13% silicon content
Minimizes hot cracking, resulting in higher fillet weld shear strength
Produces clean, cosmetic welds
Lower melting point and higher fluidity than 4043 filler wires