Midas M2 Arc Rod

Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)

For hard surfacing and resurfacing high speed tool steels where a durable, wear-resistant cutting edge is required.

Features

• Deposit Hardness 64 RC
• Excellent For High Speed Tool Steels
• Air Hardens After Welding
• Excellent Resistance To Friction
• Maintains A Durable Cutting Edge
• Good For Pierce, Blank and Trim Dies

Quick Specs

• Diameters: 3/32" (70A), 1/8" (95A)
• Use AC or DCEP (±20% of recommended settings)
• Apply medium heat with stringer beads; avoid color change in base metal
• Peen or preheat to 500°F (260°C) on larger parts before welding
• Use Brutus A as a cushion/buffer layer on thin sections

Applications

• Pierce, blank and trim dies, broaches, knives and shears
• Rebuilding cutting edges on high speed tool steel components

Download Spec Sheet (PDF)