DETAILS
WEARSHIELD® ABR stick electrode is ideal for metal-to-earth hardfacing applications but is limited to two layers. It can be forged without affecting its mechanical properties. Typical applications include dozer blades, crusher hammers, bucket teeth/lips and coat mining cutters. It can be welded in all positions.
Features
- Provides good resistance to abrasion, impact and some metal-to-metal wear
- Good hot forging properties
- Use on carbon, stainless and manganese steels
- Deposits limited to two layers
- Can be forged readily without affecting its mechanical properties
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Service Information
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MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
| Classification | Number of layer | Hardness Rockwell C |
|---|---|---|
| Typical Result | 1 Layer | 24-53 |
| Typical Result | 2 Layers | 28-53 |
DEPOSIT COMPOSITION
| Classification | Base Metal | Number of layer | %C | %Cr | %Mn | %Mo | %Si |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Typical Result | Mild Steel | 2 Layers | 2.1 | 6.5 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 0.8 |
TYPICAL OPERATING PROCEDURES
| Diameter | Polarity |
Current
Amps |
|---|---|---|
| 1/8" (3.2 mm) | AC | 50-165 |
| 5/32" (4.0 mm) | AC | 80-220 |
| 3/16" (4.8 mm) | AC | 120-275 |
| 1/8" (3.2 mm) | DC+ | 40-150 |
| 5/32" (4.0 mm) | DC+ | 75-200 |
| 3/16" (4.8 mm) | DC+ | 110-250 |