S614029-084 - Hobart Tube-Alloy 952-S 3/32" Submerged Arc Hardfacing Wire

Restore and Protect with Premium Hardfacing

Hobart Tube-Alloy 952-S is the go-to solution for professional welders and fabricators tasked with the reclamation of heavy-duty industrial rolls. This 3/32-inch submerged arc wire is built to tackle the toughest wear problems in the steel industry. If you are looking to extend the life of equipment that faces constant pounding and high-temperature friction, this modified martensitic stainless steel wire delivers the durability you need. It outperforms standard 420 stainless alloys by offering superior hardness without becoming brittle, ensuring your welds hold up under pressure.

Designed for the Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) process, this wire runs smoothly and deposits metal efficiently. The metal-cored design translates to faster travel speeds and higher deposition rates compared to solid wires, allowing you to complete large overlay jobs in less time. The resulting weld deposit is tough enough to handle moderate abrasive wear while resisting the heat checking and cracking often caused by thermal cycling in hot rolling applications. It is an excellent choice for building up worn surfaces on leveler rolls, straightener rolls, and edger rolls.

The product comes in a substantial 600 lb Auto-Pak, which is ideal for automated setups and long-duration welding sessions. This bulk packaging eliminates the hassle of frequent spool swaps, letting you focus on maintaining arc time and weld quality. Whether you are applying a single pass or building up multiple layers to restore a part to its original dimensions, Tube-Alloy 952-S provides a consistent, high-quality deposit that machines to a sound finish.

Using the right consumables is critical for successful hardfacing. This wire pairs best with neutral fluxes to maintain its alloy integrity and achieve the desired hardness range of 48-52 HRC. It is specifically engineered to resist the specific types of wear found in steel mills, such as metal-to-metal rolling friction and impact. By choosing Hobart Tube-Alloy 952-S, you are investing in a weld overlay that protects expensive machinery, reduces maintenance intervals, and keeps production lines moving.