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ER70S-2 MIG wire

Triple-deoxidized solid wire used when mild steel fit-up or surface condition needs a forgiving carbon steel filler.

MIG / GMAW Carbon steel AWS A5.18

AWS Spec and Fit Notes

AWS familyAWS A5.18

Carbon steel electrodes and rods for gas-shielded arc welding.

ProcessMIG / GMAW

MIG wire form. Confirm machine setup and polarity/current type for the exact product.

Common base metal pathMild steel and carbon steel

Carbon steel starting point; verify exact alloy and service conditions.

Common diameters.023 in, .030 in, .035 in

Use diameter, amperage, joint design, and position to narrow the final product search.

Amazon Search by Grade and Diameter

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Open a brand page to search this same AWS classification by brand and diameter. Brand pages are organized for quick comparison and are not verified SKU lists yet.

Selection Notes

Often selected for repair and fabrication where mill scale or light contamination may be present.

Confirm shielding gas, wire diameter, drive roll groove, and contact tip size.

Use this as a starting point only. Confirm the WPS, code requirements, base metal grade, service conditions, and manufacturer data sheet before ordering or welding.

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Use note: AWS classifications are used here as practical lookup keys. Always verify the current AWS specification, manufacturer data sheet, WPS, code requirements, base metal grade, shielding gas or current type, diameter, and package size before purchasing or welding.