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EX4130-125T - Exocor ER4130 Chrome Moly TIG Rod 1/8"

Packaging: 10lb tube
$29.36/lb

Package Price:

$293.60/10lb tube

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OVERVIEW

Professional Grade ER4130 TIG Rods for Critical Fabrication

Take your fabrication projects to the next level with Exocor ER4130 TIG Welding Rods. Specifically formulated for welding 4130 and 4140 chrome-moly tubing and plate, these 1/8" rods are the go-to choice for fabricators building race car chassis, roll cages, aircraft components, and off-road suspension parts. When you are working with high-performance steel that demands strength and reliability, you need a filler metal that can keep up. Exocor delivers with a product that offers smooth feeding, stable arc characteristics, and exceptional puddle control.

One of the standout features of this ER4130 rod is its ability to be heat treated. If your project involves parts that will be hardened and tempered after welding, this is the rod you need. It ensures that the weld seam has similar hardness and strength properties to the surrounding steel, eliminating weak points in your structure. The 1/8" diameter is perfect for medium to thicker wall tubing and plate, allowing for efficient deposition rates while maintaining the precision TIG welding is known for. The rods come in a convenient tube packaging that protects them from moisture and contamination, ensuring they are ready to weld when you are.

Welding chrome moly requires skill and the right materials. Using generic mild steel rods on 4130 can lead to under-strength welds, while using stainless rods can cause cracking issues due to dissimilar thermal expansion. Stick with the proven solution: Exocor ER4130. These rods produce X-ray quality welds with excellent bead appearance, making your finished work look as good as it performs. Whether you are a professional motorsports fabricator or a dedicated hobbyist building a dream machine, trust Exocor to provide the consistency and quality you need to weld with confidence.

Why Choose Exocor ER4130?

  • Matched Strength: Designed to match the mechanical properties of 4130/4140 steel.
  • Heat Treatable: Responds to heat treatment processes for uniform hardness.
  • Clean Surface: Minimal impurities for defect-free welds.
  • Versatile: Suitable for a wide range of high-stress applications.
Additional Information
Brand:Exocor
Diameter:3.2mm (1/8")
Weld Process:TIG (GTAW)
Grade:Steel
Packaging:10 lb Tube
AWS Classification:ER4130
Material Composition:Chrome Moly Steel
Length:36 in
Tensile Strength:High (Heat Treatable)
Shielding Gas:100% Argon
Packaging Description:10lb tube
Position:N/A
Polarity:N/A

INCLUDED

  • 10 lb Tube of ER4130 TIG Welding Rods (1/8" Diameter)
  • Product Label with Heat Number/Lot Traceability

APPLICATIONS

  • Motorsports (Roll cages, chassis fabrication)
  • Aerospace (Fuselage tubing, engine mounts)
  • Automotive (Suspension components, custom fabrication)
  • Pressure Vessels and Piping
  • Tool and Die Repair
  • Bicycle Frames

FAQ

ER4130 is used for welding low-alloy steels such as AISI 4130 and 4140. It is commonly used in applications requiring high strength, such as aircraft frames, race car roll cages, and pressure vessels.

Generally, yes. ER4130 weld deposits air-harden and can become brittle. Post-weld heat treatment (PWHT) is recommended to restore ductility and relieve stress. Preheating is also often required.

Yes, ER4130 is suitable for welding 4140 steel, especially when the assembly will be heat treated afterwards to achieve uniform properties.

100% Argon is the standard shielding gas for TIG welding with ER4130 rods.

This specific product is 1/8 inch (approximately 3.2mm) in diameter.

Yes, ER4130 is a standard choice for welding 4130 chrome-moly roll cages, provided proper welding and heat treatment procedures are followed.

ER4130 matches the chemistry of chrome-moly steel and is heat treatable. ER70S-2 is a mild steel rod; while it can be used on 4130 for non-heat-treated applications to improve ductility, it does not match the base metal's strength or hardenability.