Esab Dual Shield R-70 Ultra description: This flux cored welding wire produces smoother arc characteristics and lower welding fumes than many competitive flux cored wires. Dual Shield R-70 Ultra is also designed to have a greater tolerance of mill scale and surface oxides. The notch toughness in the as welded condition is also improved. Bead contour is flat to slightly convex and slag coverage is complete. Dual Shield R-70 Ultra wire is designed for flat and horizontal single or multi-pass applications on low or medium carbon steels using 100% CO2 shielding gas. Areas of application include railcar, heavy equipment, and general fabrication.