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Welding Wire Thickness Chart RECOMMENDED WIRE SIZES
MIG SOLID WIRE GASLESS FLUX-CORED WIRE
MATERIAL THICKNESS .024" .030" .035" .045" .030" .035" .045"
24 Gauge (.025)              
22 Gauge (.031)              
20 Gauge (.037)              
18 Gauge (.050)              
16 Gauge (.063)              
14 Gauge (.078)              
1/8" (.125)              
3/16" (.188)              
1/4" (.25)              
5/16" (.313)              
3/8" (.375)              
Multi-pass welding or a beveled joint design may be required on material thickness 3/16" and greater depending on your welding machine's amperage capability.