Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
For hard facing with excellent abrasion resistance and mild impact resistance, forming ultra-hard silicon and chrome carbide deposits.
Features
- Deposit Hardness To 66 RC
- Excellent Abrasion Resistance
- Mild Impact Resistance
- Forms Ultra Hard Silicon Carbide and Chrome Carbide Deposits
- Fast, Easy Deposition
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
- Limit total deposit to two passes to avoid excess brittleness
- Use Olympia A or Apollo A as a buffer/build-up layer on worn parts
Applications
- Earth-cutting and digging tools, crusher hammers and rolls
- Sand and gravel handling equipment, dragline buckets and teeth
Download Spec Sheet (PDF)