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Elevate your aluminum welding capabilities with Lincoln Electric's SuperGlaze® 5356 (ED038143), a premium 3/64" (1.2mm) MIG wire designed for professional welders who demand precision and reliability. Aluminum welding is notoriously difficult due to feeding issues, but Lincoln's SuperGlaze technology addresses this head-on. The wire undergoes a specialized surface treatment that eliminates the rough oxide layer often found on standard aluminum wires. This results in a smooth, clean surface that glides effortlessly through gun liners and contact tips, minimizing shaving and clogging that can lead to arc instability and burn-backs.
This 16lb spool features the ER5356 classification, an aluminum-magnesium alloy (AlMg5) known for its high strength and ductility. It is the ideal choice when welding 5000-series base materials and is compatible with 6000-series alloys when higher tensile strength is required compared to 4043 filler. With a typical tensile strength of 39,000 psi, welds made with SuperGlaze 5356 are robust and crack-resistant. Additionally, this alloy is perfect for applications requiring anodizing, as it anodizes to a color that closely matches the base metal, avoiding the dark gray discoloration often seen with 4043 silicon-based alloys.
Welders Supply recommends this wire for high-speed automated or semi-automated GMAW processes where feedability is paramount. The stable arc characteristics allow for excellent control over the weld puddle, reducing spatter and post-weld cleanup. It operates best with 100% Argon shielding gas or Argon/Helium mixtures for thicker sections. Please note that while 5356 is versatile, it is not suitable for service temperatures above 150°F due to susceptibility to stress corrosion cracking in those specific conditions. For almost all other structural and marine aluminum welding needs, SuperGlaze 5356 is the superior solution.
| Additional Information |
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| Brand:Lincoln Electric |
| AWS Spec:ER5356 |
| Diameter:3/64" (1.2mm) |
| Packaging:16 lb Spool |
| Weld Process:MIG (GMAW) |
| Polarity:DCEP |
| Position:All Position |
| Material Composition:Aluminum Magnesium Alloy (5% Mg) |
| Wire Diameter:3/64 in, 1.2 mm |
| Spool Size:16 lb, 7.3 kg |
| AWS Classification:ER5356 |
| Shielding Gas Requirement:100% Argon, Argon/Helium Mixtures |
| Tensile Strength:39,000 psi (Typical) |
| Yield Strength:19,000 psi (Typical) |
| Packaging Description:1of1 |
