{"product_id":"arcpex-e71t-gs-flux-core-wire-0-8mm","title":"ARCPEX E71T-GS Flux Core Wire | 0.030\" \u0026 0.035\" | Gasless Self-Shielded | Carbon Steel MIG Wire | 2LB Spool","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.ax{max-width:1200px;margin:0 auto;font-family:sans-serif;}\n.ax img{width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin-bottom:16px;}\n.ax-banner{background:#111;color:#fff;padding:18px 24px;margin:32px 0 20px;border-radius:4px;}\n.ax-banner h2{margin:0;font-size:20px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.5px;color:#fff !important;}\n.ax-trust{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(4,1fr);gap:12px;margin:20px 0 28px;}\n.ax-trust-item{text-align:center;padding:14px 10px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;background:#fff;}\n.ax-trust-item .icon{font-size:24px;margin-bottom:6px;}\n.ax-trust-item .label{font-size:12px;font-weight:700;color:#111;line-height:1.4;}\n.ax-trust-item .sub{font-size:11px;color:#666;margin-top:2px;}\n.ax-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:20px;margin-bottom:28px;}\n.ax-card{border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;padding:20px;background:#fff;}\n.ax-card h3{font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 8px;}\n.ax-card p{font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 8px;}\n.ax-card img{border-radius:6px;margin-bottom:12px;}\n.ax-spec table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;}\n.ax-spec td{padding:11px 8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-size:14px;}\n.ax-spec td:first-child{font-weight:600;width:45%;}\n.ax-spec tr:nth-child(even) td{background:#f9f9f9;}\n.ax-faq{border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:10px;overflow:hidden;}\n.ax-faq summary{padding:15px 20px;font-weight:600;font-size:14px;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;}\n.ax-faq summary::after{content:\"+\";font-size:20px;color:#c00;}\n.ax-faq[open] summary::after{content:\"−\";}\n.ax-faq[open] summary{color:#c00;background:#fff8f8;}\n.ax-faq-body{padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#555;line-height:1.8;border-top:1px solid #f0f0f0;background:#fafafa;}\n.ax-links{background:#f8f9fa;border-radius:8px;padding:20px;margin-top:32px;}\n.ax-links a{color:#c00;font-weight:600;margin-right:18px;text-decoration:none;}\n.ax-highlight{background:#f0f8ff;border-left:4px solid #0066cc;padding:14px 18px;margin:20px 0;border-radius:0 6px 6px 0;font-size:14px;}\n@media(max-width:680px){.ax-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr;}.ax-trust{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr);}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-trust\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-trust-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e📦\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eShips from Ontario, CA\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sub\"\u003eArrives in 3–7 Days\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-trust-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e🚚\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eFree US Shipping\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sub\"\u003eNo minimum order\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-trust-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e🔧\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eNo Gas Required\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sub\"\u003eSelf-shielded flux core\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-trust-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e✅\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eAWS E71T-GS\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sub\"\u003eAll-position rated\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-banner\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e⚡ GASLESS · ALL-POSITION · DCEN · 70,000 PSI · 0.030\" \u0026amp; 0.035\" · WORKS WITH ALL ARCPEX MIG WELDERS.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARCPEX E71T-GS Flux Core Wire\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers professional-quality welds without shielding gas — ideal for outdoor welding, windy conditions, and field repairs where gas cylinders are impractical. Available in \u003cstrong\u003e0.030\" (0.8mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e0.035\" (0.9mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e, in 1-pack, 2-pack, and 3-pack options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-banner\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🔧 WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🔬 NO GAS REQUIRED — WELD ANYWHERE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-shielded flux core\u003c\/strong\u003e generates its own shielding gas from the flux core during welding — no external gas cylinder needed. Weld outdoors, in windy conditions, on job sites, and in the field without worrying about gas coverage or cylinder logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEliminates gas cylinder rental, refill costs, and the hassle of transporting pressurized cylinders to remote job sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🎯 ALL-POSITION · 70,000 PSI — PROFESSIONAL STRENGTH\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAWS \u003cstrong\u003eE71T-GS\u003c\/strong\u003e classification: rated for \u003cstrong\u003eall welding positions\u003c\/strong\u003e — flat, horizontal, vertical-up, and overhead. Minimum tensile strength of \u003cstrong\u003e70,000 PSI\u003c\/strong\u003e for structural-grade welds on carbon steel and mild steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable arc with minimal spatter and self-peeling slag for fast, clean post-weld cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⚙️ WORKS WITH ALL ARCPEX MIG WELDERS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with \u003cstrong\u003eARCPEX MIG200, MIG200 DP LCD\u003c\/strong\u003e, and all standard MIG welders with a 2LB spool hub. Available in \u003cstrong\u003e0.030\" (0.8mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e for thin material and \u003cstrong\u003e0.035\" (0.9mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e for general fabrication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003eDCEN (electrode negative)\u003c\/strong\u003e polarity — reverse from solid MIG wire. Set wire stick-out to \u003cstrong\u003e1\/2\"–3\/4\"\u003c\/strong\u003e for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💰 SAVE ON GAS — MULTI-PACK VALUE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003e1-pack ($17.99)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e2-pack ($27.99)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e3-pack ($45.99)\u003c\/strong\u003e — stock up and save. No gas cylinder rental or refill costs means lower total cost per weld vs. solid wire + gas setups for outdoor and field applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecision-wound spools with uniform wire diameter for consistent feed and arc stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-highlight\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong\u003eFlux Core vs Solid MIG Wire:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use \u003cstrong\u003eE71T-GS flux core\u003c\/strong\u003e for outdoor welding, windy conditions, rusty or dirty metal, and field repairs where gas coverage is unreliable. Use \u003cstrong\u003esolid MIG wire + gas\u003c\/strong\u003e for indoor shop welding on clean metal where lower spatter and cleaner welds are the priority. Many welders keep both on hand.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-banner\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e📋 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-spec\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClassification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAWS E71T-GS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWire Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.030\" (0.8mm) · 0.035\" (0.9mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpool Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 LB (0.9 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon Steel \/ Mild Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShielding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelf-Shielded — No Gas Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolarity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDCEN (Electrode Negative)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTensile Strength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70,000 PSI minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWelding Positions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll Positions — Flat · Horizontal · Vertical · Overhead\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWire Stick-Out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2\"–3\/4\" recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Machines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eARCPEX MIG200 · MIG200 DP LCD · All standard MIG welders\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 32px;\" class=\"ax-banner\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e📊 RECOMMENDED SETTINGS GUIDE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 28px;\" class=\"ax-spec\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #111; color: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eMaterial Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eVoltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eWire Feed Speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eWire Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18–20 gauge (thin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–16V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200–250 IPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.030\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/8\" (3mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17–18V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300–350 IPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.030\" or 0.035\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4\" (6mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19–20V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400–450 IPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.035\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-banner\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🔧 IDEAL APPLICATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🚗 Automotive \u0026amp; Body Repair\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.030\" E71T-GS on thin automotive sheet metal, floor pans, and body panels. Gasless operation means no gas cylinder in the garage. Works on slightly rusty or dirty metal where solid wire struggles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🚜 Farm \u0026amp; Field Repair\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelf-shielded flux core is the go-to wire for field repairs on farm equipment, trailers, and implements. No gas cylinder to transport. Works in wind and outdoor conditions where gas shielding would be blown away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🏗️ Construction \u0026amp; Structural\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll-position E71T-GS handles vertical-up and overhead welds on structural steel, rebar, and framing. 70,000 PSI tensile strength meets structural welding requirements for general construction applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🔧 General Fabrication \u0026amp; Repair\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVersatile for any carbon steel fabrication, repair, and maintenance welding. Works with all ARCPEX MIG welders and most standard MIG machines. Precision-wound spool ensures consistent feed and arc stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-banner\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ax-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo I need shielding gas with E71T-GS flux core wire?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-faq-body\"\u003eNo — \u003cstrong\u003eE71T-GS is self-shielded\u003c\/strong\u003e. The flux core generates its own shielding gas during welding. Do NOT use external shielding gas with E71T-GS — it will disrupt the flux shielding and cause porosity. If you want to use gas, you need E71T-11 or ER70S-6 solid wire instead.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ax-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat polarity do I use for flux core wire?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-faq-body\"\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003eDCEN (DC Electrode Negative)\u003c\/strong\u003e — also called straight polarity. This is the opposite of solid MIG wire (which uses DCEP). On your MIG welder, swap the polarity by switching the connections on the wire feed and ground terminals inside the machine. Check your welder's manual for the polarity switching procedure.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ax-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e0.030\" vs 0.035\" — which should I choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.030\" (0.8mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e is better for thinner material (18–20 gauge up to 3\/16\") and lower-amperage welders (110V machines). \u003cstrong\u003e0.035\" (0.9mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e is better for thicker material (1\/8\" and above) and higher-amperage 220V welders. When in doubt, 0.030\" is the more versatile choice for general use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ax-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I use this wire with my ARCPEX MIG200 or MIG200 DP LCD?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-faq-body\"\u003eYes — ARCPEX E71T-GS flux core wire is fully compatible with the \u003cstrong\u003eARCPEX MIG200 and MIG200 DP LCD\u003c\/strong\u003e. Use the flux core wire feed rollers (included with the machine), set polarity to DCEN, and select the flux core mode if available. No gas connection needed.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ax-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy is my flux core weld producing excessive spatter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-faq-body\"\u003eExcessive spatter is usually caused by: \u003cstrong\u003e1)\u003c\/strong\u003e Wrong polarity — ensure DCEN (electrode negative). \u003cstrong\u003e2)\u003c\/strong\u003e Wire stick-out too short — maintain 1\/2\"–3\/4\". \u003cstrong\u003e3)\u003c\/strong\u003e Voltage too high for the wire feed speed — reduce voltage or increase wire speed. \u003cstrong\u003e4)\u003c\/strong\u003e Dirty or rusty base metal — clean with wire brush before welding.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ax-links\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003eExplore ARCPEX WELD's full range:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 2.5;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mig-welder\"\u003eMIG Welders\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/welding-wire\"\u003eWelding Wire\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/welding-accessories\"\u003eWelding Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/best-sellers\"\u003eBest Sellers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ARCPEXWELD","offers":[{"title":"1 Pack 0.030” ‎E71T-GS","offer_id":53735262880028,"sku":"1 Pack 0.030” ‎E71T-GS","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Pack 0.035” E71T-GS","offer_id":53735268188444,"sku":null,"price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Pack 0.030“ E71T-GS","offer_id":53735268221212,"sku":null,"price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Pack 0.035\" E71T-GS","offer_id":53735268253980,"sku":null,"price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Pack 0.030” ‎E71T-GS","offer_id":53735268286748,"sku":null,"price":45.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Pack 0.03” ‎E71T-GS","offer_id":53735268319516,"sku":null,"price":45.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/5646\/3132\/files\/ARCPEXfluxcoredwire1.jpg?v=1768551742","url":"https:\/\/arcpexweld.com\/products\/arcpex-e71t-gs-flux-core-wire-0-8mm","provider":"ARCPEXWELD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}