The Xtraweld 2 Premium 0.9mm MIG Wire is an industrial-grade, copper-coated solid wire engineered for the demanding South African structural steel and heavy manufacturing sectors. Classified under the ER70S-6 specification, it contains optimal levels of Manganese and Silicon, making it the primary choice for welding over heavier mill scale, light rust, or oily steel. The 0.9mm diameter is the "heavy-hitter" size for professional workshops, providing a higher deposition rate than 0.8mm wire while maintaining excellent control for out-of-position welding on thicker plate and structural beams.
Key Performance Features
- ER70S-6 "High-Silicon" Deoxidizers: Specifically formulated to create a highly fluid weld pool with superior wetting action, ensuring x-ray quality welds even on uncleaned structural steel.
- Optimized High-Deposition Diameter: The 0.9mm gauge allows for faster travel speeds and deeper penetration on medium-to-heavy gauge steel (4mm to 12mm+) compared to standard 0.8mm wires.
- Precision Copper Coating & Wash: Features a high-uniformity copper layer that ensures consistent electrical conductivity and protects the wire from atmospheric corrosion during storage.
- High-Stability Precision Spooling: Precision-layer wound on a heavy-duty 15kg spool to guarantee "tangle-free" feeding at high wire-feed speeds, reducing downtime and contact tip wear.
Ideal Applications
- Structural Steel Fabrication: The industry standard for welding I-beams, channel iron, and heavy-duty trusses used in South African warehouse construction.
- Heavy Agricultural Implements: Ideal for manufacturing and repairing plough frames, rippers, and heavy-duty trailers subjected to extreme mechanical stress.
- Earthmoving & Mining Equipment: Suitable for the fabrication and maintenance of buckets, chassis components, and specialized mining infrastructure.
- Pressure Vessel & Tank Manufacturing: Capable of producing high-integrity longitudinal and circumferential welds that meet strict radiographic standards.
Product Benefits
- Superior Arc Control: Engineered for a stable, pulse-free arc with minimal spatter, which preserves the surrounding steel surface and lowers post-weld grinding costs.
- Compatible with Standard Gas Mixes: Performs exceptionally well with Argon/CO2 shielding gases (Magmix) for aesthetic beads, or pure CO2 for maximum penetration on thick sections.
- Industrial 15kg Capacity: Designed for high-duty cycle MIG machines in professional production environments, minimizing the frequency of spool changes.
Pro Tip: For the best results with 0.9mm wire on 6mm+ plate, ensure your welding machine is set between 150A and 210A. If you are welding in a coastal or high-humidity area, always use a felt wire-cleaner at the drive-roll inlet to remove any surface dust or microscopic oxidation before it enters the liner.



