Electrode Nickel NiCi 3/32 x12 . 4.09kg /ctn

Save Your Broken Castings with High-Nickel Rods

Don't scrap that expensive cast iron part just yet. With the ESAB Nickel NiCi 3/32" electrode, you can perform professional-grade repairs on cast iron right in your own shop. Known in the trade as "99 Nickel" or "Ni-Rod," this stick electrode is the go-to solution for welding gray iron and malleable iron when you need the weld to be soft enough to machine. Unlike steel rods that leave a glass-hard weld deposit that ruins drill bits, this nickel-cored rod leaves a deposit that cuts just like the original cast iron. It is the ultimate insurance policy for mechanics, farmers, and restorers working with vintage machinery or heavy equipment.

Welding cast iron can be intimidating, but this electrode makes it as forgiving as possible. It strikes easily and runs with a smooth, quiet arc that doesn't dig too deep into the base metal, which is crucial for preventing the dreaded "ping" of a cooling crack. You can run it on your buzz box (AC) or your DC welder with equal success. The 3/32" diameter is perfect for controlling heat input; by running short beads and peening them lightly with a hammer as they cool, you can relieve stress and ensure a crack-free repair on everything from cracked exhaust manifolds to broken vice jaws.

This carton contains 4.09 kg of electrodes, giving you plenty of material for multiple large projects or a long-term supply for occasional repairs. The rods are 12 inches long, making them easy to handle. If you are trying to join a cast iron bracket to a steel frame, or simply filling a hole that was drilled in the wrong spot, this rod will bond securely to both materials. Stop searching for replacement parts that no longer exist and start repairing them with confidence using high-content nickel electrodes.

Why Choose Nickel for Cast Iron?

• Machinability: You can drill, tap, and file the weld metal easily.
• Versatility: Works on dirty or oil-impregnated castings better than ferro-nickel rods.
• Crack Resistance: The ductile nickel stretches as it cools, reducing stress on the brittle cast iron.
• All-Position: Weld vertical or overhead if you can't move the heavy part.