Messer AC/DC 1/8" Welding Rod, 10Lbs (Easy Slag Removal, Low Spatter) 80,000Lb Tensile Strength

Messer AC/DC 1/8" Welding Electrode, 10Lbs

(Easy Slag Removal, Low Spatter)

The 80TAC18PK10 Messer AC/DC 1/8" Welding Electrode (MG 80TAC PLUS) is a versatile, all-position maintenance stick rod designed to run on nearly any AC or DC welder, including machines with low open-circuit voltage. Its special coating helps protect the weld deposit in demanding repair conditions while producing low spatter, excellent bead appearance, and super easy slag removal that speeds cleanup. With a fast-freeze puddle and forgiving arc, it’s a dependable option for mild steel and low-alloy steel, especially for field repair work and out-of-position welding where consistent performance matters.

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Key Features / Specifications

• Part Number: 80TAC18PK10
• Brand / Series: Messer® MG 80TAC PLUS
• Product Type: Stick welding electrode
• Diameter: 1/8 in
• Pack Size / Weight: 10 lb
• Polarity / Power: AC/DC compatible (works on inverter or transformer welders, including engine-driven units)
• Performance: Low spatter, excellent bead appearance, easy slag removal
• Arc / Puddle: Fast-freeze and forgiving for out-of-position welding
• Material Compatibility: Mild steel and low-alloy steel
• Low-Voltage Capability: Designed to perform even with low open-circuit voltage
• Distortion Control: Low amperage requirement helps reduce distortion on thinner material (as described)

Ideal For

• Field repair and maintenance welding where conditions aren’t perfect
• Out-of-position welding needing a controllable fast-freeze rod
• General-purpose welding on mild steel and low-alloy steel
• Projects where low spatter and easy slag removal reduce cleanup time
• Tough fixes like extracting broken bolts or patching leaks when other rods struggle