ESAB introduced an enhanced version of its Purus coppercoated solid wire for MIG welding that delivers more consistent feeding and welding performance. The wire has an optimized copper coating application that reduces contact tip bore wear, copper flaking, and clogged tips and liners. The wire increases contact tip life so that users need to change tips less. The wire is available in two formulations: Purus 42 is classified as an AWS A5.18 ER70S-6/ EN ISO 14341-A G3Si1 wire; Purus 46 is classified as an AWS A5.18 ER70S-6/EN ISO 14341-A G4Si1 solid wire.