S601839-002 - Hobart Tube-Alloy 218-O Manganese Build-Up Wire 7/64" 60lb Coil

Restore and Protect Heavy Equipment with Hobart Tube-Alloy 218-O

When your heavy machinery takes a beating, you need a welding wire that hits back. The Hobart Tube-Alloy 218-O is a premium hardfacing and build-up wire engineered to extend the life of your most critical equipment. Packaged in a substantial 60lb coil, this 7/64" wire is built for serious industrial applications where downtime is not an option. It is the ultimate solution for repairing parts that suffer from heavy impact, such as rock crushers, shovel teeth, and railway components.

The magic of the Tube-Alloy 218-O lies in its "work-hardening" capability. When you first lay down the weld, the material is tough and ductile, ensuring a strong bond without cracking. As your equipment goes back to work and the weld is struck by rocks, ore, or other heavy materials, the surface of the weld actually gets harder. This unique property means the more punishment it takes, the more resistant to wear it becomes. It is specifically designed for austenitic manganese steel, commonly known as "Hadfield steel," which is the standard for high-impact wear parts.

Using this wire is convenient and efficient because it is an "Open Arc" wire, meaning it requires no external shielding gas cylinder. This makes it perfect for on-site repairs in quarries, mines, or construction sites where hauling gas bottles is a hassle. With a large 7/64" diameter, you can lay down metal fast, reducing the time your machine spends in the shop and getting it back to production sooner.

Ideal Applications

• Mining & Aggregates: Crusher jaws, cones, mantles, and gyratory rolls.
• Construction: Hammer mill hammers and grizzly bars.
• Dredging: Cutter heads and teeth.
• Railroad: Manganese rail frogs and track components.

Invest in Hobart Tube-Alloy 218-O to maximize the service life of your expensive manganese steel parts. It offers the perfect balance of impact toughness and wear resistance for the harshest working environments.