ESAB OK Weartrode 30
The ESAB OK Weartrode 30 is a hardfacing electrode that deposits a low-alloy steel designed to protect parts exposed to metallic wear. It is ideal for components that experience abrasion and impact wear, providing a reliable weld metal hardness of approximately 30 HRC. This electrode is perfect for industries where durability and long-term wear protection are critical. Applications include the welding of rails, rail crossings, cog wheels of cast steel, and other parts in rolling mills.
Classified under EN 14700: E Z Fe1, OK Weartrode 30 delivers consistent and reliable performance in high-wear environments. The electrode is compatible with both AC and DC+ currents, offering flexibility in welding processes. The low-alloy composition ensures excellent resistance to wear, extending the service life of critical components in demanding industries.
Key Features of ESAB OK Weartrode 30
- Metallic Wear Protection: Provides reliable protection for components subjected to metal-to-metal wear.
- Hardness of 30 HRC: Delivers a weld metal hardness of approximately 30 HRC, ensuring durability in abrasive environments.
- Low Alloy Composition: Deposits a low-alloy steel that is ideal for wear-resistant surfaces, extending equipment lifespan.
- Versatile Welding Options: Compatible with both AC and DC+ currents, allowing flexibility in welding setups.
- Classified under EN 14700: Meets international standards for hardfacing performance in heavy industrial applications.
Key Industry Applications
- Railway Components: Ideal for hardfacing rail and rail crossing sections, providing wear resistance and longevity in high-impact environments. It ensures the durability of rails and crossing points that experience continuous mechanical loads.
- Cog Wheels and Gears: Provides excellent hardfacing solutions for cog wheels in cast steel. Most importantly, ensuring they withstand constant metal-to-metal wear, thus extending their operational life in heavy machinery.
- Rolling Mills: Perfect for grooved rollers and clutches in rolling mills, where wear resistance is vital for smooth operation and long-term productivity.
- Construction and Mining Equipment: Ensures reliable hardfacing in equipment exposed to high levels of abrasion and impact, such as bulldozer blades, buckets, and cutting tools.
- Manufacturing and Processing Plants: Used for wear-resistant components in manufacturing machinery, reducing downtime and extending maintenance cycles in high-wear environments.
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Classification | EN 14700: E Z Fe1 |
| Hardness | 30 HRC |
| Alloy Type | Low-alloy steel |
| Current Type | AC, DC+ |
| Typical Composition | 0.1% C, 0.7% Mn, 0.7% Si, 3.2% Cr |
The ESAB OK Weartrode 30 delivers reliable hardfacing solutions for parts exposed to metallic wear. Its low-alloy steel composition ensures extended wear resistance for critical components in industries like railways, in addition to rolling mills, and heavy machinery.
