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S540144-033 - Hobart Hardalloy 32 Build-Up Electrode 1/8 Inch 10lb Can

Packaging: 30lb can
$9.60/lb

Package Price:

$288.00/30lb can

Usually ships within 3-5 business days

OVERVIEW

Restore and Rebuild

When your heavy machinery is worn down to the bone, Hobart Hardalloy 32 is the stick electrode you need to bring it back to life. This isn't just a welding rod; it's a restoration tool designed to rebuild worn steel surfaces back to their original dimensions before you apply the final hardfacing armor. Think of it as the strong foundation of a house—without a solid build-up layer, your expensive hardfacing topcoat might crack or peel off under pressure. Hardalloy 32 provides that tough, high-compressive-strength cushion that absorbs impact and supports the harder outer layers.

Unlimited Build-Up

One of the biggest challenges in equipment repair is finding a rod that won't crack when you stack it high. Many hardfacing rods have a limit on how many passes you can make, but Hardalloy 32 changes the game. It allows for an unlimited number of build-up layers, so you can restore parts that are severely worn down without worrying about the weld metal failing. Whether you are fixing tractor idlers, mine car wheels, or gear teeth, this electrode runs smooth on both AC and DC+ currents, giving you the flexibility to use whatever power source is available on the job site.

Machinable and User-Friendly

If your repair job requires machining the part back to specific tolerances, Hardalloy 32 is the right choice. Unlike extremely hard overlay alloys that can only be ground, this deposit can be machined with standard carbide tools, saving you time and frustration in the finishing process. It serves as the perfect "primer" for your hardfacing jobs, ensuring that your bucket teeth, grizzly bars, and steel shafts hold up longer in the field. Packaged in a durable 10 lb can, these rods stay dry and ready for action whenever you need to tackle a serious repair job.

Additional Information
Brand:Hobart
Diameter:3.2mm (1/8")
Grade:Build Up
Packaging:10 lb Can
Polarity:AC/DCEP
Weld Process:Stick (SMAW)
Position:All Position
Rod Type:Stick
Core Material:Heat Treatable Alloy Steel
AWS Classification:No AWS Classification
Industries:Construction, Mining, Heavy Equipment
Base Metal:Hardfacing, Carbon Steel, Low Alloy Steel
Packaging Description:30lb can

INCLUDED

  • 10 lb (4.5 kg) Hermetically Sealed Can of Hardalloy 32 1/8" Stick Electrodes

APPLICATIONS

  • Bucket Teeth and Lips
  • Coupling Boxes and Gear Teeth
  • Crane Wheels and Mine Car Wheels
  • Dragline Buckets and Chains
  • Dredge Ladder Rolls
  • Grizzly Bars and Fingers
  • Kiln Trunnions
  • Steel Shafts
  • Tractor Idlers and Rollers

FAQ

It is used for the build-up of carbon and low alloy steels to restore dimensions before applying a harder facing layer.

Yes, the deposit is machinable in the as-welded condition using carbide tools.

No, Hardalloy 32 is not limited to a maximum number of layers for build-up.

You can use either DCEP (Direct Current Electrode Positive) or AC (Alternating Current).

It is suitable for Flat, Horizontal, and Vertical Up welding positions.

These are 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) diameter electrodes.

It is primarily designed for build-up and hardfacing base layers, not for structural joining of mild steel.

It provides a high compressive strength base that prevents harder, more brittle overlay alloys from cracking under impact.