E71T-GS Gasless Flux-Cored Welding Wire is a self-shielded, single-pass flux-cored wire built for fast, gas-free welding of thin mild and low-carbon steel. Because it runs without external shielding gas, it is ideal for portable wire-feed machines and outdoor or windy job sites where bottled gas is impractical.
Key Features
No shielding gas required — runs on DCEN (electrode-negative) straight polarity
Smooth arc with good wetting on thin-gauge steel
Easy slag removal and a clean, flat bead
Great match for portable and entry-level welders
Performs well outdoors and in breezy conditions
Ideal Applications
Single-pass welds on 18-gauge to 1/4 in. mild steel
Lap, fillet, and butt joints
Auto body, trailers, fencing, brackets, and general repair
DIY, hobby, farm, and maintenance work
Technical Specifications
Classification
AWS A5.20 / A5.20M – E71T-GS
Process
FCAW-S (self-shielded flux-cored)
Shielding Gas
None required
Polarity
DCEN (DC electrode negative)
Number of Passes
Single-pass
Tensile Strength
70,000 psi (min)
Available Diameters
0.030 in. · 0.035 in.
Welding Positions
Flat, horizontal, vertical-down
Store in a clean, dry area and keep spools sealed when not in use to protect the wire from moisture and ensure smooth feeding and consistent arc performance.
Typical Chemical Composition
Typical all-weld-metal analysis (wt %). Single values are maximums; iron is the balance.
This product can expose you to chemicals including manganese, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Welding fumes from this product can also expose you to chemicals known to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
