Classification - EN ISO 2560-A- E 35 3 C 11 | AWS A/SFA 5.1- E 6011

Key Features:

• Cellulose type medium coated.
• High melting speed.
• All position operating characteristics.
• Radiographic quality weld.

Welding Positions -

Welding Current - AC (65 OCV) / DCEP

Typical Applications:

• Pipelines, Pressure vessels.
• Shipbuilding, Storage tanks.
• Structural fabrication, Truck frames.
• Bridges, Maintenance welding.
• Suitable for steel grades API 5L X42 and X46.

Classification - AWS A/ SFA 5.1 | E 6012

Approvals - ABS/BV/DNV/IRS

Key Features:

• Rutile coated electrode.
• Quick freezing slag.
• All position type.
• Additionally can be operated on DCEP.
• Ideal for poor fit up.
• Usable on rusty plates.
• For general fabrication and repair work

Welding Positions -

Welding Current - AC (50 OCV min.) / DCEN

Typical Applications:

• Truck bodies, Storage tanks.
• Construction equipment.
• Light gauge work.
• Steel furniture, Machinery.
• Foundry equipment, Barges.
• Tacking work, Small parts repair.

Classification - AWS A/ SFA 5.1 | E 6012 | IS 814 | ER 4212X

Approvals - ABS/BV/DNV/IRS/LRA/IBR/BIS/NKK/MND

Key Features:

• Rutile coated.
• Suitable for general purpose structural steels.
• All position operating characteristics.
• X-ray quality weld deposit.

Welding Positions -

Welding Current - AC (50 OCVmin.) / DCEN

Typical Applications:

• Steel structures.
• Tanks.
• Truck frames and bodies.
• Ships, Pipelines.
• Bridges.
• Joining ASTM SA 283 Gr.A/B/C/D.

Classification - AWS A/ SFA 5.1 | E 6013 | IS 814 | ER 4222X

Approvals - ABS/IRS/LRA /IBR/BIS/DNV/BV

Key Features:

• Rutile type medium coated.
• Outstanding welding characteristics.
• X-ray quality weld deposit.
• All position capability

Welding Positions -

Welding Current - AC (50 OCV min.) / DCEN

Typical Applications:

• Boiler tubes.
• Storage tanks.
• Railway wagons.
• Shipbuilding, Bridges.
• Pressure vessels.
• Joining steels like -
  • ASTM SA 36/36M
  • SA 283/283M Gr.A/B/C/D
  • SA285/285M Gr.A/B/C
  • SA 414/414M Gr.A/B

Classification - AWS A/ SFA 5.1 | E 6013

Approvals - ABS/DNV/BV/LRA/IBR/BIS/IRS

Key Features:

• Rutile based heavy coated.
• Touch type electrode.
• X-ray quality weld deposit.
• Suitable for major structural work and bridging wide root gap

Welding Positions -

Welding Current - AC (50 OCV min.) / DCEN

Typical Applications:

• Pressure vessels, Storage tanks.
• Locomotive fireboxes, Boilers.
• Railway coach panels.
• Fine steel furniture.
• Automobile bodies.
• Joining steels like -
  • ASTM SA 36/36M
  • SA 283/283M Gr.A/B/C/D
  • SA285/285M Gr.A/B/C
  • SA 414/414M Gr.A/B

Classification - EN ISO 2560-A | E 38 3 C 21 | AWS A/SFA 5.1 | E 6010

Approvals - ABS/LRA/IBR

Key Features:

• High cellulose coated.
• Exhibits deep penetration and fast freezing.
• All position operating characteristics.
• Ideal for root pass and capping runs.
• Radiographic quality weld.

Welding Positions -

Welding Current - DCEP

Typical Applications:

• Cross country pipelines subject to dynamic loading and mechanical restraint.
• Suitable for sour gas pipes.
• Suitable for steel grades ASTM A106 Gr.A/B, API 5L X42 and for root pass of X56.

Hardness, 3 Layer: 235 BHN max

Special Tests: HIC & SSCC (NACE)

Classification - EN ISO 2560-A | E 46 3 1Ni C 21 | AWS A/SFA 5.5 | E 8010-G

Approvals - LRA

Key Features:

• Cellulose type coating.
• Ideal for root pass and capping runs.
• Recommended for hot passes.
• Radiographic quality weld.

Welding Positions -

Welding Current - DCEP

Typical Applications:

• Vertical down welding of high strength, medium and large diameter pipelines.
• Suitable for high tensile pipe steels like API 5L X60, X65 and X70.
• Welding of thin API 5L X80 pipes.

AWS Classification - E 6022

IS Classification - E A4222X

Features:

Medium heavy coated electrode best suited for flat and horizontal position. Specially designed for mild steel for high strength requirement. It works on high current and travel speed recommended for economic welding It is resistant to high stress and fatigue.

Applications:

Mainly used for high structural work, machine based jobs, pressure vessel, ship building , truck chasis and frames, bridges and heavy structures. It works good on downhand and fillet welds.

Welding Current - AC / DCEN

AWS Classification - E 7014

IS Classification - E RR5222 JX

Features:

It is a heavy coated iron powder type electrode best for vertical down welding. The weld is of radiographic quality.

Applications:

Mainly used for steel structures, storage tanks, pipelines, pressure vessel, ship building and joining ASTM SA 286 Gr.B/C/D steels.

Welding Current - AC / DCEN

AWS Classification - E 7016

IS Classification - E B5426H₃X

Features:

It is basic coated low hydrogen electrode. Its weld metal is ductile resulting in crack resistance welding and can be used in all position welding. It has superior impact properties at minus temperatures and weld deposits is of radiographic quality.

Applications:

Mainly used for Buffer layer before using Hardfacing electrodes. Also used for joining cast iron to mild steel and repair of cast iron. Extensively used for butt welding of rail ends and mild steel girders.

Welding Current - AC (90 OCV) / DCEN

Hardness, 3 Layer: 160 -200 BHN

Diffusible Hydrogen Content: < 5 ml/100 gm.

AWS Classification - E 7018

IS Classification - EB5426H₃JX

Features:

Basic type iron powder electrode having metal recovery upto 115%. It can be used for all position and weld deposit is of radiographic quality.

Applications:

Mainly used for pressure vessel, pipes, storage tanks, bridges and heavy structures. Used for joining steels of IS 2062 grades.

Welding Current - AC(70 OCV) / DCEN.

Diffusible Hydrogen Content: < 3 ml/100 gm

AWS Classification - E 7024

IS Classification - E RR 5242 KX

Features:

Heavy coated iron powder type electrode having incredible deposition rate and the weld is of radiographic quality.

Applications:

Mainly used for high structural work, heavy steel structures, pressure vessel, ship building, frames, bridges and heavy structures.

Welding Current - AC / DCEN

AWS Classification - E 7018-1

IS Classification - EB5629H₃JX

Features:

Basic type iron powder electrode having excellent toughness. Suitable for pipe welding in 5G, 6G and 6GR positions. It can be used for all position and weld deposit is of radiographic quality.

Applications:

Mainly used for pressure vessel, pipes, storage tanks, boilers, bridges and heavy structures subject to dynamic loading. Used for joining steels of IS 2062 grades.

Welding Current - AAC(90 OCV) / DCEN

Diffusible Hydrogen Content: < 5 ml/100 gm.

AWS Classification - E 7018-G

IS Classification - EB5629H₃JX

Features:

Basic type iron powder electrode having excellent toughness. Deposition efficiency upto 110%. It has good impact properties at subzero temperatures.

Applications:

Mainly used for pressure vessel, Horton spheres, Ammonia storage tanks, boilers, Si-Mn steels and steel containing Nickel upto 1%. Also used for mild steel and heavy joints at subzero temperatures.

Welding Current - AC (90 OCV) / DCEN

AWS Classification - E 7018-G

IS Classification - EB5629H₃JX

Features:

It is heavy coated iron powder type having e extremely high metallurgical purity. It has Carbon 1.2Mn- 1Ni type weld deposit. It has good impact properties at subzero temperatures.

Applications:

Mainly used for pressure vessel, Horton spheres, Ammonia storage tanks, boilers, Si-Mn steels and steel containing Nickel upto 1%. Also used for mild steel and heavy joints at subzero temperatures.

Welding Current - AC (90 OCV) / DCEN

AWS Classification - E 7016-1

Features:

It is basic medium electrode. Its has moisture resistant coating. Its weld metal is resistant to cold and hot cracking and on tri-axial stressing. Because it can be used for positional welding for its medium coating it can be used for full penetration root run in pipe welding. Always DC electrode negative is preferred for root run welding on pipes.

Applications:

Mainly used for Buffer layer before using Hardfacing electrodes. Also used for joining cast iron to mild steel and repair of cast iron. Extensively used for butt welding of rail ends and mild steel girders.

Welding Current - AC (60 OCV) / DCEP / DCEN.

Diffusible Hydrogen Content: < 5 ml/100 gm.

AWS Classification - E 7018 - A1

IS Classification - E Mo B 32 H5

Features:

Basic coated electrode having good creep rupture strength at elevated temperature upto 550°C. It can be used for all position and weld deposit is of radiographic quality. Preheat and post weld heat treatment at 620°C is required.

Applications:

Mainly used for welding 0.5 Mo and 1 Cr – 0.5 Mo steels and similar compositions steels. High temperature and high pressure boilers, chemical industries, Oil refining industries and turbine castings.

Welding Current - AC (70 OCV) / DCEP / DCEN.

Hardness, 3 Layers: 200 BHN

Diffusible Hydrogen Content: < 5 ml/100 gm.

AWS Classification - E 8018 – B2

Features:

Basic coated iron powder electrode having 1.25 Cr – 0.50 Mo type weld deposit and resistant to creep and heat upto 550°C. It can be used for all position and weld deposit is of radiographic quality. Preheat and interpass temperature of 150 – 200°C followed by PWHT.

Applications:

Welding of 1.25 Cr – 0.50 Mo steels in refineries, power plants, chemical plants, pressure vessels and boilers. Cr and Cr-Mo bearing steels at elevated temperature service e.g. Steam production plants, steam pipes. Suitable for 13CrMo44, 15CrMo5, 15Cr3, 16MnCr5, 20MnCr5.

Welding Current - AC(70 OCV) / DCEP / DCEN.

Diffusible Hydrogen Content: < 5 ml/100 gm.

AWS Classification - E 8018 – C1

Features:

Basic coated iron powder electrode having Ni-Mn type alloy steel deposit with tough and crack free weld. It is having excellent fracture toughness at sub zero temperatures. It can be used for all position and weld deposit is of radiographic quality.

Applications:

Welding of 2.5% Ni steel and similar low alloyed steel for impact at -60°C. Suitable for ASTM SA 203/203M Gr. A/B. For welding of steels in refineries, power plants, chemical plants, pressure vessels, heat exchangers and boilers. Cast steels, low temperature steel pipes and low Mn alloy steels.

Welding Current - AC (90 OCV) / DCEP.

Hardness, 3 Layers: 210 BHN

Diffusible Hydrogen Content: < 5 ml/100 gm.

AWS Classification - E 8018 – C2

Features:

Basic coated iron powder electrode having Ni-Mn type alloy steel deposit with tough and crack free weld. It is having excellent fracture toughness and good impact at sub zero temperatures. It can be used for all position and weld deposit is of radiographic quality.

Applications:

Welding of 3.5% Ni steel and similar low alloyed steel for impact at -75°C. Suitable for ASTM SA 203/203M Gr. A/B. For welding of steels in refineries, power plants, chemical plants, pressure vessels, heat exchangers and boilers. Also used for fine grained steel used at low temperature. Used mainly in petrochemical and cryogenic industries.

Welding Current - AC (90 OCV) / DCEP

Diffusible Hydrogen Content: < 5 ml/100 gm.

AWS Classification - E 8018 – C3

Features:

Basic coated iron powder electrode having Ni-Mn type alloy steel deposit with tough and crack free weld. It is having excellent fracture toughness at -40°C. It can be used for all position and weld deposit is of radiographic quality.

Applications:

Welding of high tensile steel, 1% Nickel steel and equivalent steels. For welding of steels in refineries, power plants, chemical plants, pressure vessels, heat exchangers and boilers. Also used for storage tanks used at low temperature. Used mainly in offshore platforms and bridges.

Welding Current - AC (70 OCV) / DCEP

Diffusible Hydrogen Content: < 5 ml/100 gm.

Hardness, 3 Layers: 200 BHN max.

AWS Classification - E 10018 – M

Features:

Basic coated iron powder electrode having Ni-Mn type alloy steel deposit with tough and crack free weld. It is having excellent moisture resistant coating. It can be used for all position and weld deposit is of radiographic quality.

Applications:

Welding of high tensile steels, heavy sections, earthmoving equipments and heavy structures. Can be used for steels used for fabrication of penstocks.

Welding Current - AC (70 OCV) / DCEP

Diffusible Hydrogen Content: < 5 ml/100 gm.

AWS Classification - E 11018 – M

Features:

Basic coated iron powder electrode having Ni-Mn-Mo-Cr-V type alloy steel deposit with tough and crack free weld. It is having excellent toughness at subzero temperature. It can be used for all position and weld deposit is of radiographic quality.

Applications:

Welding of high tensile steels like USS T-1, fine grained steels like HY 80, HY 90, HY 100, NAXTRA 70. Pen stocks and earthmoving equipments and heavy structures under restraint.

Welding Current - AC (70 OCV) / DCEP

Diffusible Hydrogen Content: < 5 ml/100 gm.

AWS Classification - E 11018 – M

Features:

Basic coated iron powder electrode having extra low hydrogen content with low alloy high tensile type. It is having good impact toughness at – 50°C. It can be used for all position and weld deposit is of radiographic quality. Used for welding fully killed fine grade steels.

Applications:

Welding of high tensile steels like USS T-1, fine grained steels like HY 80 and NAXTRA 70. Pen stocks and earthmoving equipments and heavy steel fabrications made from high tensile steels.

Welding Current - AC (90 OCV) / DCEP

Diffusible Hydrogen Content: < 3 ml/100 gm.

AWS Classification - E 9018 – B3

Features:

It is Basic coated iron powder electrode having low alloy steel with Cr–Mo deposit. It is resistant to creep and heat upto 600°C. It is ductile and crack resistant and heat treatable weld. It can be used for all position and weld deposit is of radiographic quality.

Applications:

Welding of 2.25Cr-0.5Mo and 2.25Cr-1Mo type creep resistant steels. Cr-Mo and Cr-Mo-V bearing steels for high temperature applications. Main stream pipes of boilers in electric power plant, boiler super heaters. Application in refineries, Power plant, pressure vessels and boilers. Joining ASTM A 335 Gr.P22, A 387 Gr.22 materials.

Welding Current - AC (70 OCV) / DCEP

Diffusible Hydrogen Content: < 5 ml/100 gm.

AWS Classification - E 10016 – G

Features:

Basic coated electrode having Ni-Mo-Cr type weld metal with high tensile strength upto 780 MPa. It can be used for all position and weld deposit is of radiographic quality. Suitable for welding of high tensile and low alloy steels.

Applications:

Welding of high tensile steels like USS T-1, fine grained steels like NAXTRA 60 steels. Pen stocks and earthmoving equipments and heavy structures under restraint.

Welding Current - AC (70 OCV) / DCEP

Diffusible Hydrogen Content: < 5 ml/100 gm.

AWS Classification - E316L - 16

IS Classification - E 19.12.2LR 26

Applications:

Mainly used for welding AISI 316L and 317L type stainless steel. Other uses are fertilizer plants, chemical plants, petrochemical industries, textile, paper pulp, paint and dye industries etc.

AWS Classification - E318L - 16

Applications:

Mainly used for welding AISI 316, 316L, 316Ti, 317, 317Ti stainless steel and equivalent grades. Highly suitable for applications requiring corrosion resistance against intergranular corrosion.

AWS Classification - E 309 - 16

IS Classification - E23.12R26

Applications:

Recommended for welding AISI 309 grade, welding dissimilar steel such as joining carbon and low alloy steel to stainless steel 18/8 clad steel and for under laying on mild steel for Hardfacing.

AWS Classification - E309 Cb - 16

IS Classification - E23.12 Nb R26

Applications:

Suitable for welding similar and dissimilar steels. Clad side welding of AISI 321 and 347 clad steel, welding straight chrome steels and corrosion resistance lining welding on mild steel.

AWS Classification - E309 Mo - 16

IS Classification - E23.12.2R 26

Applications:

Suitable for welding of AISI 316, AISI 316L stainless clad steels, welding dissimilar joints such as welding 316 to carbon and low alloy steels and for corrosive resistance lining.

AWS Classification - E309L - 16

IS Classification - E23.12 LR 26

Applications:

Used for welding extra low carbon type 22Cr- 12 Ni stainless steel, joining carbon and low alloy steels to stainless steel and welding of clad surface of stainless clad steel.

AWS Classification - E-310 - 16

IS Classification - E25.20 R 26

Applications:

Suitable for welding AISI 310 and 310 S stainless steels. Welding on clad side of stainless clad steel. Welding dissimilar steel such as mild steel to air hardening steels (Cr-Mo) steel etc. Other uses in high temperature furnace parts, combustion chamber of gas turbine, hydrogenation plant etc.

AWS Classification - E-312 - 16

IS Classification - E29.9 R 26

Applications:

Suitable for welding dissimilar metal such as stainless steel to mild steel or low alloy steels welding of wide variety of unknown composition steels, leaf and coil springs, difficult to weld steels, welding of stainless clad steels and for underlaying built up of hard facings.

AWS Classification - E-317 - 16

IS Classification - E19.12.3 R26

Applications:

Suitable for welding AISI 317 stainless steel. Other uses are welding of hard to weld carbon steels to one another or to stainless. Acid storage tanks and vessels etc.

AWS Classification - E-317L - 16

IS Classification - E19.12.3 LR26

Applications:

Suitable for welding AISI 317, AISI 317L stainless steel of similar composition, clad fabrication, joining of stainless steel to carbon steel and low alloy steel. Acid storage tanks and vessels etc.

AWS Classification - E-308 - 16

IS Classification - E19.9 R26

Applications:

The main application is for welding austenitic stainless steel with the same analysis as the weld metal AISI and equivalent grades used for hospital apparatus, pharmaceutical equipments, apparatus for nitric acid, acetic acid, milk, soap and fertilizer industries.

AWS Classification - E-318 - 16

IS Classification - E19.9 Nb R26

Applications:

Suitable for welding AISI 347, AISI 321. Also it is suitable for welding boilers and gas turbine and for welding of unstabilised stainless steel of AISI of 301,302,304 and 308 grades and equivalent steels.

AWS Classification - E-308L - 16

IS Classification - E19.9 LR-26

Applications:

The main application is for welding low carbon of similar composition like AISI 304-L, 308-L and equivalent grades used for hospital apparatus, pharmaceutical equipments, and apparatus for nitric acid, acetic acid, milk, soap and fertilizer industries.

AWS Classification - E316 - 16

IS Classification - E 19.12.2 R 26

Applications:

Mainly used for welding AISI 316 and 317 type stainless steel also clad steels of similar type joining dissimilar metals. Other uses are fertilizer plants, chemical plants, petrochemical industries, textile, paper pulp, vats, paint and dye industries etc.

AWS Classification - E410 - 16

IS Classification - E 13 R 26

Applications:

Suitable for welding martensitic chromium steels and casting. AISI 410, 403, 405, 414, 420 grades stainless steel, surfacing of carbon steels and low alloy steels. Valves and valves part and turbine component. Hardness of weld is around 375 to 400 VPN.

AWS Classification - E430 - 16

IS Classification - E 17 R 26

Applications:

Suitable for welding Ferritic stainless steel AISI 430, 422, 446 grades chromium castings, burner parts, equipments of chemicals, textile and food industries. Hardness of weld is around 250 to 280 VPN.

Classification - AWS A/SFA 5.15 E NiFe-Cl

Key Features:

• Graphite based coating.
• Ni-Feni Type Machinable Electrode.
• Controlled dilution and penetration.
• Electrode welds cast iron the cold way.
• Soft, ductile weld with adequate strength.
• No need of preheating even for large heavy castings.

Typical Applications:

• Repair of broken heavy castings, machine bases, motor blocks, sprockets, valve bodies, impellers, pump casting and gears.
• Joining and build up of grey cast iron and malleable iron.
• Joining cast iron to steel.
• Correcting machining errors on castings.
• Suitable for thin walled grey cast iron.
• Sliding tables for machine tools.
• Building up on cast iron parts exposed to corrosive liquids.

Welding Positions - ALL.

Welding Current - AC (45 OCV) / DCEP

Classification - AWS A/SFA 5.15 E Ni-Cl

Key Features:

• Graphite based coating.
• High Ni alloyed electrode.
• Minimum base metal dilution and penetration.
• Electrode welds cast iron the cold way.
• Soft, ductile and machinable weld with adequate strength.
• No need of preheating even for large complicated castings.
• Easy and intimated fusion with all grades of cast iron.

Typical Applications:

• Repair of broken heavy castings, machine bases, motor blocks, sprockets, valve bodies, impellers, pump casting and gears.
• Joining and build up of grey cast iron and malleable iron.
• Joining cast iron to steel.
• Correcting machining errors on castings.
• Suitable for thin walled grey cast iron.
• Sliding tables for machine tools.
• Building up on cast iron parts exposed to corrosive liquids.

Welding Positions - ALL.

Welding Current - AC (45 OCV) / DCEP

Classification - AWS A/SFA 5.15 E NiCu B

Key Features:

• Graphite based coating.
• Machinable Weld.
• Minimum base metal dilution and penetration.
• Monel type weld deposit.
• Soft, ductile and machinable weld with adequate strength.
• No need of preheating even for large complicated castings.
• Easy and intimated fusion.

Typical Applications:

• Repair of broken heavy castings, machine bases, motor blocks, sprockets, valve bodies, impellers, pump casting and gears.
• Joining and build up of grey cast iron and malleable iron.
• Joining cast iron to steel.
• Correcting machining errors on castings.
• Suitable for thin walled grey cast iron.
• Sliding tables for machine tools.
• Building up on cast iron parts exposed to corrosive liquids.

Welding Positions - ALL.

Welding Current - AC (45 OCV) / DCEP

Aluminium Electrode for repair welding of wrought and cast aluminium alloys. Filling of cavities, welding of cracks. Surfacing of worn or broken parts. Used in aluminium foundries repair shops.

Properties:

Aluminium Electrode with good strength and takes very low current, easy to handle.

Procedure:

The electrode should mainly be used for welding in downhand position with shortest possible arc. In order to achieve maximum bonding and to avoid porosity in the deposit, thick workspace (section of over 8 mm thickness) should be pre-heated upto 2000C.

Characteristics:

The electrode is specially used for welding of Copper and Bronze. The core wire contains phosphorus bronze. After welding the weld metal contains approximately 6% tin, 93% Copper and 0.20% phosphorus for complete deoxidation. As copper and copper alloys have high heat conductivity pre-heat of parent plate is recommended and maintained throughout the welding of heavy sections.

Applications:

Welding suitably for cast iron, copper and bronze where a machinable deposit and color of metals are not required. It can also be used for bearing, bushing, Impeller blades, Ship propellers, Brass, galvanized iron and malleable iron.

Cutting plates, pipes, piercing holes, removing rivets, cutting risers of casting, cutting all types of steel including stainless steel, austenitic manganese steel, cast iron, non-ferrous metals. Suitable for all positions. Produces negligible slag.

Characteristics:

The electrode has an exothermic reaction, which ensures a stable and high force. Extremely low volume of slag can be brushed off easily. The electrode can be used in all position. Specially designed electrode producing a highly forceful and concentrated high energy arc which can be efficiently used for cutting carbon steels, cast iron & manganese steel.

Characteristics:

• Special electrode with high blowing effect
• Produce hot exothermic penetrating arc
• Molten metal is blown away quickly
• Provides good visibility
• The cut is smooth, molten and blown away material can be removed easily
• Does not damage the metal structure

Applications:

• For chamfering, gouging and making grooves in all conductive metals
• For removing defective welds and rivets without using oxyacetylene and compressed air
• Removing flashers and risers in foundry castings
• For bevelling cracks in machine frames without dismantling
• Cutting of metal parts on building site

Salient Features:

The electrode is inclined to the surface at 35O angle. The arc is pushed deeper and forward to drive the molten metal and slag onwards. For deeper groove, repeat procedure in stages until the required depth is reached.

Captain 250 is a basic coated, AC/DC all-position electrode depositing a tough chromium alloy weld metal with a hardness of 250 - 300 HV (up to 30 HRC). The weld metal may be hardened to above 480 HV (48 HRC) by heating to 900°C and quenching in oil. The weld deposit is capable of withstanding moderate rolling loads, mild abrasion and frictional loading with good resistance to impact.

Applications:

Captain 250 is suitable for rebuilding worn steel or low alloy machine parts, which require machining after welding. It can also be used as a buffer layer between base material and harder overlays. Typical components to be welded with this electrode include shafts, mine car wheels, track links, dragline chains, worn rail ends, tractor rails, drive sprockets, etc. Captain 250 may be multi-layered.

Classifications:

• DIN 8555 E1-UM-300-P
• AWS A5.13:2000 EFe1 (nearest)
• EN 14700:2005 EFe1 (nearest)

Typical Hardness - HRC 26 – 31

Packing Data - (DC+ AC 70 OCV min)

Captain 350 is a rutile coated, AC/DC electrode depositing a tough chromium manganese alloy weld metal with a hardness of 320- 400 HV (32-40 HRc). The weld deposit is hard enough to resist serious deformation under fairly heavy impact and rolling loads, yet has good resistance to mild abrasive wear. The electrode has a smooth soft arc with low spatter volume and can be used in all positions.

Applications:

Captain 350 is suitable for metal-to-metal wear applications involving abrasion and/or impact loads. The electrode is recommended for applications where maximum hardness consistent with reasonable mach inability is required (machinable with carbide-tipped tools only). Typical applications include tractor idlers, track rolls, dragline pins, drive sprockets and gears, cable sheaves, hot metal or slag ladle pins, etc. The low open circuit voltage allows this electrode to be used on small AC machines.

Classifications:

• DIN 8555 E1-UM-350-P
• AWS A5.13:2000 EFe1 (nearest)
• EN 14700:2005 EFe1 (nearest)

Typical Hardness - HRC 37 – 47

Packing Data - (AC DC- 50 OCV min)

Captain 600 is a basic coated AC/DC electrode depositing a martensitic weld metal having a hardness of approximately 470 -700 HV (47 - 60 HRC). The weld metal has good resistance to fine mineral abrasion with moderate resistance to impact.

Applications:

Captain 600 has been designed for application involving metal to mineral conditions such as those experienced by earth moving equipment working in sandy conditions. Typical uses are grader blades, earth scoops, bucket lips, grousers, conveyor screws, blast hole augers, etc.

Classifications:

• DIN 8555 E4-UM-55-G
• AWS A5.13:2000 EFe3 (nearest)
• EN 14700:2005 EFe2 (nearest)

Typical Hardness - HRC 47 – 60

Packing Data - (AC DC+ 70 OCV min)

Captain 600LH is a basic coated AC/DC all-position electrode depositing a weld metal containing chromium, molybdenum and vanadium. The weld metal which has an approximate hardness of 550 - 650 HV (53 - 58 HRC) is grindable only and has good resistance to abrasion with moderate to high impact resistance. Due to its high alloy content, the deposited weld metal has excellent hardness to 500°C.

Applications:

Captain 600LH deposits a martensitic steel weld metal which is suitable for use on a wide variety of tool and metal-to-metal applications such as guillotine blades, punches, dies, pneumatic drills, chisels, axes, ripper teeth and wood chipper anvils.

Classifications:

• DIN 8555 E4-UM-55-G
• AWS A5.13:2000 EFe3 (nearest)
• EN 14700:2005 EFe2 (nearest)

Typical Hardness - HRC 47 – 60

Packing Data - (AC DC+ 70 OCV min)

Captain Manganese is a basic coated electrode designed to provide a non-magnetic austenitic 11 - 14% manganese deposit for service involving high impact. The deposits are extremely tough, non-porous, and crack-free and work hardened readily under impact loading to approximately 440 - 600 HV (45 - 55 HRc). The electrode is recommended for downhand welding only.

Applications:

Although primarily intended for reclaiming worn parts made from 11 - 14% manganese steel (Hadfield manganese steel), Mn can also be used for joining this material or Hardfacing carbon steel components subject to severe impact loads. Under these conditions, an austenitic stainless steel buffer layer should be applied. This electrode can be used on cast manganese steel railway crossings, dredger buckets, crusher jaws, swing hammers, blow bars and grizzlies.

Classifications:

• DIN 8555 E6-UM-55-GS
• AWS A5.13:2000 EFe Mn-A (nearest)
• EN 14700:2005 EFe9 (nearest)

Typical Hardness:

• As Deposited 24 HRc
• Work Hardened 45 - 55 HRc

Packing Data - (DC+ 70 OCV min)

Characteristics:

Hard surfacing electrode with very high metal recovery (180%). Exceptional abrasion resistance at room temperature. Easily controllable in horizontal position. No slag interference.

Applications:

For surfacing of parts subject to heavy abrasion and metal to metal wear with moderate impact up to 510°C. Suitable for refractory press screws, brick press screws, cement press screws, palm nut press screws, parts of crusher for friable materials, conveyor, screws, impellers, dredging bucket, edge runner bottom, plug mill knife, wing knife, auger, boring bits, blast furnace bells and hoppers.

Procedure:

Use a medium/long arc. To prevent excessive dilution with parent metal use low amperage. The recommended hardness is obtained only in second or third layers.

Special Instructions:

• Keep electrodes dry.
• Do not exceed recommended current limit.
• Hold shortest arc at root run with lower current limit.
• Adopt proper sequence.

Welding Positions - 1G 2F 3G 4G

Mechanical Properties of Weld Metal:

• Hardness As Welded = 58-61 RC.
• BHN - 550-640

Welding Current - AC/DC(+)

Characteristics:

It is a heavy coated electrode with excellent welding characteristics. The deposit is resistant to corrosion and oxidation and is free from cracks and porosity. The deposits resist deformation from static or cyclic loads at high temperature.

Applications:

It is most suitable for fabrication and repair of hot pressing tools as well as surfacing of parts subject to abrasion, oxidation and corrosion. Drop-forge dies, hot trimming dies, pump impeller valves. Ideal for crack free welding of parts subject to thermal and chemical influence, i.e. for the joining of heating elements.

Welding Positions - 1G 2F 3G 4G

Notes On Usage:

• Dry the electrodes before use.
• Keep the current as low as possible.
• Remove rust, water, oil, paint etc. from groove.
• Adopt proper sequence.

Mechanical Properties of Weld Metal:

• U.T.S(Kg/mm²) - 70-75
• ELONGATION( L = 4d ) % - 25-30
• Hardness of Weld Metal - As Welded = 20-24 RC
• After work hardening = 42-48 RC
• Deposition Efficiency = 150%

Characteristics:

It is a work hardening type of electrode with very high deposition rate extremely ductile and hence ideal for intricate and hardening tendency. It has high abrasion resistance and resistance to deformation and cracking.

Applications:

It is most suitable for all position welding of 14% Manganese steels, armor steels, carbon steels and also for surfacing on 14% Mn steel, Hard or unidentified steel. Very thick build up. Adopt proper sequence.

Welding Positions - 1G 2F 3G 4G

Notes On Usage:

• Dry the electrodes before use.
• Keep the current as low as possible.
• Remove rust, water, oil, paint etc. from groove.
• Hold short arc.
• Adopt proper sequence.
• Ensure good fit-up joints.

Mechanical Properties of Weld Metal:

• Hardness of Weld Metal - As Welded = 59-61 RC
• After work hardening = 62-64 RC
• After Annealing = 25-30 RC

Characteristics:

It is a basic heavy coated hardfacing electrode with excellent welding properties. Gives evenly rippled weld bead. The bead is shining in nature and slag is easy to remove. The weld deposit is tough, hard, wear and oxidation resistant, free from cracks and porosities and hence of high quality tool steel.

Applications:

It is most suitable for repairing and manufacturing of cold and hot cutting tools, turning knives, brouches, punching tools, drills, milling tools, hot dies etc.

Welding Positions - 1G 2F 3G 4G

Notes On Usage:

• Dry the electrodes before use.
• Preheat the larger section of the job at 300-600°C and maintain the same temperature throughout.
• Remove rust, water, oil, paint etc. from groove.
• Adopt proper sequence.
• Clean the slag between the layers and peen to reduce residual stresses for heavy deposits.

Mechanical Properties of Weld Metal:

• Hardness of Weld Metal- As Welded = 59-61 RC
• After work hardening = 62-64 RC
• After Annealing = 25-30 RC

Characteristics:

It is a heavy coated basic hardfacing type electrode, gives hardness in the range of 58 to 62 RC. Electrode also gives weld deposit with excellent abrasion resistant and good impact strength. Works smoothly both on AC and DC (+) source with controlled spatter, easy slag detachability with very good and smooth bead appearance.

Applications:

It is most suitable for wear resisting surfacing on mild steel and low alloy steels, excavator teeth, leading edges of excavator buckets, conveyor screws, scrapper blades, cement dies rings, Muller tyres, plough shears, etc.to surface parts subject to heavy abrasive wear and mild impact, digger teeth, drills, conveyor and forming tools, punches, hot-water dies, shear blades, crusher hammers, crane wheels, conveyor buckets, conveyor parts ploughshares, cultivators, pulverizes, skids, mixers, oil expeller, worms, etc. Also manganese steel parts subject to high abrasion.

Welding Positions - 1G 2F 3G 4G

Notes On Usage:

• Dry the electrodes before use.
• Keep the current as low as possible.
• Remove rust, water, oil, paint etc. from groove.
• Apply Captain-7900 to remove damaged or fatigued metal.
• Adopt proper sequence.
• Preheat work piece to 250-300°C prior to welding.

Mechanical Properties of Weld Metal:

Hardness of Weld Metal - As Welded = 58-62 RC on three layer deposit.

Welding Current - AC/DC(+)

Characteristics:

It is a heavy coated hardfacing electrode, weld deposit is work hardening type and highly resistant to cracking and deformation during working, gives excellent abrasion resistance in the work hardening condition. It can be machinable if not work hardened. It works smoothly on both polarities, i.e. AC as well as DC (+). It gives less smoke and controlled spatter level. Slag can be removed easily leaving behind smooth, uniform and shining bead.

Applications:

It is most suitable for joining manganese steel parts, hardfacing of parts subject to heavy impact and stress. Heavy crushing equipments, swing hammers, toothed crusher rolls. Ore crusher crown wheel, shovel and dredger buckets.

Welding Positions - 1G 2F 3G 4G

Notes On Usage:

• Do not preheat Manganese steel and dry the electrodes before use.
• Keep the current as low as possible.
• Remove rust, water, oil, paint etc. from groove.
• Hold short arc.
• Adopt proper sequence.
• Ensure good fit-up joints.

Mechanical Properties of Weld Metal:

• Hardness of Weld Metal - 10-17 RC on three layer deposit.
• Hardness of Weld Metal - 40-45 RC after work hardening.

Characteristics:

It is a electrode with excellent welding characteristics, too economical for making hard overlays in all positions. Gives regular beads, the deposit is hard, tough and free from porosities.

Applications:

It is most suitable to surface parts subject to heavy abrasive wear and mild impact, digger teeth, drills, conveyor and forming tools, punches, hot-water dies, shear blades, crusher hammers, crane wheels, conveyor buckets, conveyor parts ploughshares, cultivators, pulverizes, skids, mixers, oil expeller, worms, etc. Also manganese steel parts subject to high abrasion.

Welding Positions - 1G 2F 3G 4G

Notes On Usage:

• Dry the electrodes before use.
• Keep the current as low as possible.
• Remove rust, water, oil, paint etc. from groove.
• Apply buffer layer with Captain-77108 for multipass welding. Weld 3 layers if possible to attain recommended Hardness
• Adopt proper sequence.
• Ensure good fit-up joints.

Mechanical Properties of Weld Metal:

Hardness of Weld Metal- As Welded = 56-58 RC

Characteristics:

It is a all position electrode. The deposit is particularly resistant to impact. Without intermediate layers possible.

Applications:

It is most suitable for surfacing of parts subject to wear or impact, rims, carbon-alloyed rails, dies, striking tools, rolling surfaces, sliding surfaces subject to heavy wear, matrixes, stampers, etc. Also ideally suited for construction machinery parts like tractor sprockets, rollers, concrete mixer blades, pumps, shafts and conveyor screws. The right choice for providing buffer layers where impact and abrasion occur together.

Welding Positions - 1G 2F 3G 4G

Notes On Usage:

• Dry the electrodes before use.
• Keep the current as low as possible.
• Remove rust, water, oil, paint etc. from groove.
• Hold short arc.
• Adopt proper sequence.
• Ensure good fit-up joints.

Mechanical Properties of Weld Metal:

Hardness of Weld Metal- As Welded = 29-35 RC

Characteristics:

It is a all position electrode. The deposit is particularly resistant to impact. Without intermediate layers possible.

Applications:

It is most suitable for surfacing of parts subject to wear or impact, rims, carbon-alloyed rails, dies, striking tools, rolling surfaces, sliding surfaces subject to heavy wear, matrixes, stampers, etc. Also ideally suited for construction machinery parts like tractor sprockets, rollers, concrete mixer blades, pumps, shafts and conveyor screws. The right choice for providing buffer layers where impact and abrasion occur together.

Welding Positions - 1G 2F 3G 4G

Notes On Usage:

• Dry the electrodes before use.
• Keep the current as low as possible.
• Remove rust, water, oil, paint etc. from groove.
• Hold short arc.
• Adopt proper sequence.
• Ensure good fit-up joints.

Mechanical Properties of Weld Metal:

Hardness of Weld Metal- As Welded = 29-35 RC

Characteristics:

It is a special electrode with a coating which gives a stable arc during the cutting or piercing process. The kerfs are clean and narrow. Suitable for all positions. Produces negligible slag.

Applications:

It is most suitable for cutting and piercing of steel, cast iron, copper materials, Alluminium, excellent for building rivets, dismantling work at site and for cutting out unwanted metal in foundry castings. Oxy-acetylene or compressed air need not to be used.

Notes On Usage:

• After striking the arc, swing the arc back and forth as in sawing.
• Maintain the motion and at the same time dig the arc deeper and deeper into the Metal.
• For piercing holes, push the arc in and out until the metal is pierced.
• Use DC with electrode negative for best results.