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Hobart suggests what drag angle for E71T-11 self-shielded wire?

10 to 20 degrees.

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  1. 45 to 60 degrees
  2. 10 to 20 degrees ✔
  3. 0 degrees, straight down

Why: T-11 wires should be dragged with a slight angle. Hobart also says they run with a 1/2 to 3/4 inch stickout.

Huh, didn't know that: Hobart says T-8 wires make a very heavy slag.

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Answer: 10 to 20 degrees. T-11 wires should be dragged with a slight angle. Hobart also says they run with a 1/2 to 3/4 inch stickout.

  1. Self-Shielded Flux Core Wire (Hobart Brothers) www.hobartbrothers.com/resources/technical-articles/flux-core-wire
    10 to 20 degree drag angle
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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