DETAILS
WEARSHIELD® 44 stick electrode is ideal for hardfacing applications needing moderate hardness up to 600°C (1100°F). Can be used on carbon steels, low alloy steels, cast iron, austenitic manganese steels and austenitic stainless steels. Typical applications include buckets, chain links, pulleys, ingot tongs and rolling mill guides. It can be welded in flat & horizontal positions.
Features
- Moderate hardness to resist abrasion with impact up to 600°C (1100°F)
- Higher alloy results and improved spalling resistance than Wearshield® ABR
- Can be used on carbon steels, low alloy steels, cast irons, austenitic manganese steels and austenitic stainless steels
Service Information
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MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
| Classification | Number of layer | Hardness Rockwell C |
|---|---|---|
| Typical Result | 1 Layer | 42 |
| Typical Result | 2 Layers | 47 |
| Typical Result | 4 Layers | 48 |
DEPOSIT COMPOSITION
| Classification | Base Metal | Number of layer | %C | %Cr | %Mn | %Mo | %Si |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Typical Result | Mild Steel | 1 Layer | 1.6 | 19.5 | 0.2 | 1.9 | 0.8 |
| Typical Result | Mild Steel | 2 Layers | 2.0 | 24.2 | 0.2 | 2.5 | 0.9 |
| Typical Result | Mild Steel | 4 Layers | 2.2 | 27.1 | 0.2 | 2.9 | 0.9 |
TYPICAL OPERATING PROCEDURES
| Diameter | Polarity |
Current
Amps |
|---|---|---|
| 1/8" (3.2 mm) | AC | 130-160 |
| 1/8" (3.2 mm) | DC+ | 120-160 |
| 5/32" (4.0 mm) | AC | 180-220 |
| 5/32" (4.0 mm) | DC+ | 150-220 |