GUIDELINES FOR WELDING CAST

IRON (CONT.)

good procedures are followed. If the casting must be water tight, this can be a problem. However, leaking can usually be eliminated with some sort of sealing compound or they may rust shut very soon after being returned to service.

The Studding Method - One method used to repair major breaks in large castings is to drill and tap holes over the beveled surface area. Screw studs into the holes leaving 3/16” (4.8mm) to 1/4” (6.4mm) of the stud above the surface. Then, using the standard methods and electrodes described here, weld the studs in place and cover the entire surface of the break with weld deposit. Once a good weld deposit layer is made, the two sides of the crack can be welded together with more conventional methods. However, overheating the casting area must still be avoided.

In cases of severe damage, use of mild steel plates sometimes produces good results. To do this, cut out the damaged area. Fit a piece of mild steel of the appropriate size in the damaged area and weld the steel to the cast iron. Use the welding methods and electrodes used to weld cast iron to cast iron.

ALUMINUM ARC WELDING ELECTRODES

PROCEDURES - USE ELECTRODE POSITIVE (DC+)

Hold a short arc with the coating almost touching the molten pool. Use the highest current possible without melting the edges back too far or burning through.

The high melting rate of the aluminum electrode combined with the high conductivity of the aluminum plate chills the weld rapidly. Therefore, to keep the pool molten long enough to form well-shaped beads preheating to 600-700°F is often needed.

Strike the electrode by “scratching”. Strike the arc in the crater of the previous bead, then quickly move back along the weld for 1/2” (12.7mm) and proceed as usual. Be sure the crater is completely remelted.

Hold the electrode almost perpendicular to the work at all times to obtain even melt-off of the flux. Point the arc directly into the joint so both edges are properly and uniformly heated.

For tacking, use currents about 20% above the maximum current listed in the recommended ranges. Use a short arc with a rotary motion.

Remove the last traces of slag with warm water and a wire brush or by soaking the weld in a 5% nitric acid or 10% warm sulfuric acid solution followed by a warm water rinse.

WARNING: Be careful with these strong acid solutions. Wear safety glasses and avoid contact with skin or clothing.

Avoid out-of-position welding.

Aluminweld can also be used as a filler rod with a carbon arc torch.

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Cast Iron and Aluminum Arc Welding Electrodes specifications

Lincoln Electric is a recognized leader in the welding industry, renowned for its innovative products and advanced technologies. Among its diverse offerings, the range of cast iron and aluminum arc welding electrodes stands out for its exceptional performance and reliability in various applications.

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