Stress-relief cracking will readily occur with this product. This cracking is not
detrimental to the wear properties of the deposit and provides some degree
of stress relief for the weld metal. Faster cooling rates result in a finer, more
uniform stress relief cracking pattern
Typical composition of all-weld metal:
Element | Composition % |
Carbon | 4.0 - 4.50 |
Silicon | 0.60 - 0.80 |
Manganese | 1.00 - 1.20 |
Chromium | 22.0 - 24.0 |
Typical mechanical properties of all-weld metal:
Layer | Hardness |
1 |
59 HRc |
2 | 60 HRc |
3 | 62 HRc |
Typical welding parameters:
Flux Core Wire Diameter: 1.2mm and 1.6mm
Type of Power: DC+
Stick Out: 20 - 30mm
Volts: 22 - 27
Current: 150 - 300
Product Code: G-H61-O 1.6-15