Diameters / Packaging
|
Diameters |
8 lb (3.6 kg) Easy Open Can |
10 lb (4.5 kg) Easy Open Can |
|---|---|---|
| 1/8 x 14 in (3.2 x 355 mm) | EL55125634 | |
| 3/32 x 12 in (2.4 x 305 mm) | EL55093632 | |
| 5/32 x 14 in (4.0 x 355 mm) | EL55156634 |
DETAILS
TECH-ROD® 55 produces moderately hard welds and require carbide tipped tools for machining, readily used for welding of ductile, pliable cast irons and to repair castings.
Features
- The welds are moderately hard and require carbide tipped tools for machining
- A preheat and inter-pass temperature of not less than 350°F (177°C) is required during welding to prevent cracking
- Q2 Lot® - certificates showing actual deposit composition available online
Typical Applications
- Welding of ductile, pliable cast irons
- Dissimilar welds to nickel alloys, carbon steels, and low-alloy steels
- Repair of castings
Welding Positions
- Polarity DC+
Shielding Gas
- N/A
Disclaimers
Service Information
BEFORE USE, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS) FOR THIS PRODUCT AND SPECIFIC INFORMATION PRINTED ON THE PRODUCT CONTAINER. SDS Search page
See test result disclaimer
CONFORMANCE
| CONFORMANCES | SPECIFICATION | CLASSIFICATION |
|---|---|---|
| AWS | AWS A5.15 | ENiFe-CI |
DEPOSIT COMPOSITION
| Classification | %Al | %C | %Cu | %Fe | %Mn | %S | %Si | %Ni+Co |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENiFe-CI Requirement | 1.0 max. | 2.0 max. | 2.5 max. | Remainder | 2.5 max. | 0.03 max. | 4.0 max. | 45 - 60 |
| Typical Result | 0.5 | 1.3 | 1.1 | 46 | 0.4 | 0.00 | 1.0 | 50 |
TYPICAL OPERATING PROCEDURES
| Diameter |
Current
Amps |
|---|---|
| 3/32" (2.4 mm) | 65-85 |
| 1/8" (3.2 mm) | 80-110 |
| 5/32" (4.0 mm) | 110-140 |