sc6b125t - Stellite 6 Cobalt Hardfacing TIG Rod 1/8" (3.2mm)

Stellite 6 TIG Welding Rods – 3.2mm (1/8")

Upgrade your hardfacing capabilities with Stellite 6 TIG Rods, the go-to cobalt-chromium-tungsten alloy for welders tackling extreme wear problems. This 3.2mm (1/8") bare rod is formulated to meet AWS RCoCr-A specifications, delivering a weld deposit that stands up to the toughest conditions, including high heat, abrasion, and impact. Whether you are repairing valve faces or reinforcing pump impellers, Stellite 6 provides a smooth, defect-free bead with the precision control of the TIG process.

Welders prefer Stellite 6 for its excellent "weldability" and the ability to layer deposits without cracking when proper preheat and interpass temperatures are maintained. The alloy forms a matrix of carbides that provides a hardness range of approximately 36-45 HRC, striking a perfect balance between toughness and abrasion resistance. It serves as a general-purpose hardfacing rod that excels in resisting seizing and galling, extending the service life of your equipment significantly.

Welding Tips for Success:

• Preparation: Ensure the base metal is clean and free of oxides, grease, or fatigue cracks before welding.
• Polarity: Use DCEN (Direct Current Electrode Negative) for best control and penetration.
• Heat Control: Maintain proper preheat and slow cooling rates to prevent cracking in the hardfacing layer, especially on hardenable base metals.
• Finishing: The deposit can be finished by grinding or machining with tungsten carbide tooling.

This rod is an essential addition to any fabrication shop dealing with heavy equipment repair, petrochemical maintenance, or tool and die restoration.