Deposits of Wear Hard when subjected to high impact and compressive loads, develops a surface hardness of 48-50RC and still retains a tough resilient, deformation-resistant mass under the work-hardened surface. Ideal for rebuilding and repairing equipment constructed of manganese steel, as well as for using on alligator type shear blades.

Procedure

When welding high carbon steel, preheat to 300° - 400°F (149° - 204°C), do not preheat manganese steel. Hold the electrode at an angle of 15° in the direction of travel with as short an arc as possible without allowing the coating to touch the weld pool. Stringer beads are preferable. Weaving should be limited to 2 1/2 times electrode diameter. Clean slag thoroughly between passes. For vertical welding,the electrode should be held perpendicular to the work piece using a vey slight oscillation from side to side on the root bead. When welding overhead,hold a short arc with no oscillation of the electrode.