Dual Shield FC-717 is an all-position flux cored wire.
Dual Shield FC-717 is an all-position flux cored wire. The unique slag system makes it suitable for either 75% Argon/25% CO2 or CO2. The performance characteristics produce low spatter, smooth stable arc and flat to convex bead shape. The wide operating parameters make it suitable for a variety of material thicknesses. Dual Shield FC-717 is designed to weld mild and medium carbon steels. This wire is suitable for structural steel fabrication, storage tank construction, and earth moving and material handling equipment.

| As Welded 75% Ar / 25% CO<sub>2</sub> | |
|---|---|
| Yield Strength | 86 ksi, 590 MPa |
| Tensile Strength | 95 ksi, 655 MPa |
| Elongation in 2" | 24 % |
| As Welded CO2 | |
| Yield Strength | 76 ksi, 525 MPa |
| Tensile Strength | 84 ksi, 580 MPa |
| Elongation in 2" | 27 % |
| Typical Charpy V-Notch Impact Properties | |
| Testing Temperature 0ºF (-18ºC) | |
| As Welded CO2 | 50 ft.-lbs., 68 J |
| As Welded 75% Ar / 25% CO2 | 70 ft.-lbs., 95 J |
| Testing Temperature -20ºF (-29ºC) | |
| As Welded CO2 | 30 ft.-lbs., 41 J |
| As Welded 75% Ar / 25% CO2 | 50 ft.-lbs., 68 J |
| Typical Undiluted Weld Metal Analysis | |
| CO2 | |
| C | 0.03 % |
| Mn | 1.0 % |
| Si | 0.5 % |
| P | 0.007 % |
| S | 0.008 % |
| 75% Ar / 25% CO2 | |
| C | 0.03 % |
| Mn | 1.3 % |
| Si | 0.7 % |
| P | 0.007 % |
| S | 0.008 % |
CO2 or Argon/CO2 mixtures up to 75% Ar