Dual Shield 700X

Dual Shield 700X is a high‑deposition, deep‑penetration flux‑cored welding wire designed for heavy structural steel components in flat and horizontal positions using CO₂ shielding gas.

Key Features

• High deposition rates and efficiency for faster welds
• Deep penetration and excellent wetting into plate
• Smooth bead contour and easy slag removal
• Low diffusible hydrogen levels (H5) when required

Specifications

• Classifications: AWS A5.20 : E70T‑1CH8/T‑9CH8
• Approvals: A.B.S.‑2SA, 2YSA; ASME SFA 5.20; CSA W48; DNV III YMS; L.R.‑3S, 3YS
• Yield Strength: 545 MPa (As Welded, 100 % CO₂)
• Tensile Strength: 600 MPa (As Welded, 100 % CO₂)
• Elongation: 29 % (As Welded, 100 % CO₂)
• Impact Value: 66 J at –18 °C, 45 J at –29 °C (As Welded, 100 % CO₂)
• Typical Wire Diameters: 1.6 mm, 2.4 mm
• Deposition Rates: up to 11.3 kg/h (2.4 mm, 475 A)
• Voltage Range: 23 V – 34 V depending on diameter and amperage
• Current Range: 149 A – 610 A depending on diameter

Applications

• Structural steel construction
• Heavy equipment and transportation
• Bridges, offshore rigs, shipbuilding
• Pressure vessels and general fabrication