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Aluminum-Silicon Repair Electrode

Product Information

An aluminum-silicon alloy electrode for repairing and maintaining aluminum equipment such as engine blocks, gear cases, engine gear box units, storage tanks, containers, vessels, and other aluminum components. (4043)

Application

Aluminum engine blocks, gear cases, gear box units, storage tanks, containers, vessels.

Technical Data

Tensile Strength
160-190 N/mm²
Elongation
min. 10% (Lo=5do)
Hardness
50 HB

Welding Information

Current Type
D.C. (+)
Available Diameters
1.0, 1.2, 1.6, 2.5, 3.2, 4.0 mm
Diameter (mm)Current (A)
2.50 x 35050-80
3.20 x 35070-100
4.00 x 35090-130

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