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24062003 - Arcair 3/8 x 14 Jointed Carbon Gouging Rods (100 Pack)

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OVERVIEW

Non-Stop Gouging for Serious Fabrication

If you do a lot of gouging, you know the frustration of stopping every few minutes to throw away a 3-inch stub and load a new rod. It breaks your rhythm and wastes good money. The Arcair 3/8" x 14" Jointed Gouging Electrodes are the solution. These rods are designed to lock together—just push the new rod into the back of the one you're using, give it a twist, and keep working. You burn the entire rod, right down to the joint, meaning zero stub loss and less time spent swapping out consumables.

These are DCCC rods—Direct Current Copper Coated—which is the industry standard for a reason. The copper coating helps the rod carry the current efficiently, keeping the arc fierce and stable without overheating the rod itself. When you are digging out a deep crack or washing away an old weld, you need that consistency. The 3/8-inch size is perfect for moving a lot of metal fast, making it a go-to choice for structural steel repair, shipyard work, and heavy equipment maintenance.

Using jointed rods also makes your day smoother. Because you aren't stopping constantly, you can maintain your heat input and travel speed, resulting in cleaner, more consistent grooves. Whether you are prepping a plate for a full-pen weld or stripping wear plates off a bucket, these Arcair rods stand up to the heat and pressure. This package comes with 100 rods, giving you plenty of runtime for big jobs. Hook them up to your gouging torch, crank up the air, and watch the metal fly without the hassle of constant reloads.

Additional Information
Brand:Arcair
Packaging Description:100 Per Ea
Rod Type:DCCC Gouging Carbon
Diameter:3/8"
Length:14 in
Joint Type:Jointed
Coating:Copper Coated
Current Type:DC

INCLUDED

  • 100 x Arcair 3/8" x 14" DCCC Jointed Gouging Electrodes

APPLICATIONS

  • Weld removal and back-gouging in heavy fabrication
  • Defect removal in castings and forgings
  • Preparation of plate edges for welding (J-grooves and U-grooves)
  • Removing old hardfacing from heavy earthmoving equipment
  • Shipyard maintenance and structural steel repair
  • General maintenance and repair operations (MRO)

FAQ

DCCC stands for Direct Current Copper Coated. It indicates the rod is designed for DC currents and has a copper layer to improve conductivity.

Jointed rods allow you to connect a new rod to the stub of the old one, so you can consume the entire rod instead of throwing away the last 2-3 inches. This eliminates stub loss.

While exact settings depend on the machine and material, 3/8" carbon rods typically operate effectively in the range of 450 to 600 Amps.

No, DCCC rods are designed specifically for Direct Current (DC) electrode positive (DCEP) polarity. Using them on AC may result in poor performance and arc instability.

No, you can use standard air carbon arc gouging torches (like the Arcair K4000) that are rated for 3/8" electrodes. The joint passes through the torch head.

These rods are effective on carbon steel, stainless steel, cast iron, and many copper alloys.

This package contains 100 jointed gouging electrodes.

The copper coating protects the carbon from breakage and moisture, but its primary function is to improve electrical conductivity and arc stability.