TC 70S-2 18 Washington Alloy 1/16, 44 Lb. 70S-2 MIG Wire, Pack of (1)

Washington Alloy TC 70S-2 18 is an ER70S-2 solid MIG wire in 1/16 in (0.0625 in / 1.6 mm) diameter, supplied on a 44 lb (20 kg) spool. ER70S-2 is commonly used on mild steel and low-alloy steel when you want stable feeding and consistent puddle control with proper prep and procedure. Key specs Brand: Washington Alloy Part number: TC 70S-2 018 Classification: ER70S-2 (AWS A5.18 / ASME SFA-5.18) Diameter: 1/16 in (1.6 mm) Spool weight: 44 lb (20 kg) Quantity: Pack of 1 Typical applications General fabrication on mild/low-alloy steels Maintenance and repair Higher-deposition work where larger diameter wire is appropriate for the machine and procedure Process & setup notes (verify to your machine/WPS) Process: GMAW (MIG) solid wire Shielding gas: Unknown (depends on WPS and desired arc characteristics—verify with Washington Alloy data sheet) Polarity: Typically DCEP for solid MIG wire (confirm per your procedure) Fitment / compatibility checklist (before ordering) Confirm your feeder accepts 44 lb spools (spool width/hub/arbor). Verify drive rolls, liner, and contact tips are correct for 1/16 in solid wire. Confirm your power source has adequate output for 1/16 in wire in your application. Safety notes Follow ANSI Z49.1 for ventilation and fume control. Use appropriate PPE: helmet with correct shade, gloves, FR clothing, and eye protection for handling/grinding. Store wire clean and dry to reduce feeding issues and weld defects.