Soudotec 189BF Cast Iron Welding Electrodes

Unique steel coated nickel core electrode for easy welding of cast iron to steel, as well as unknown and European cast irons and those with dirty and/or oily surfaces. The BF version is barium free and the coating is non-conductive.

• Maximum resistance to cracking
• Low heat input; the electrode will not overheat
• Cold welding in all positions, without preheat
• Dense and porosity-free deposits
• Machinable deposits
• Easy slag removal
• Excellent conductivity

Applications: Assembly and repair of all types of cast irons, thick sections and dissimilar cast iron/steel assemblies, machinery bases, presses, gear boxes, compressors, cast iron molds, gear teeth, etc.

• Tensile strength: 70 000 psi (483 MPa )
• Hardness: 180 BH

Amperage Settings

• 4.0 mm (5/32") - 110 - 145 A
• 3.2 mm (1/8") - 90 - 115 A 
• 2.5 mm (3/32") - 75 - 100 A

• Sold in 1 kg plastic tube.

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