Specifications:
- DIN: 8555 E 6 UM 55 R
Description and Application
- Rutile coated electrode for corrosion resistant hard surfacing up to 500ºC.
- Applicable for shafts, rails, mixer arms, valve seats of cast steel leading buckets.

Typical all weld metal composition [wt%]
C | Mn | Si | Cr | Mo |
0.30 | 0.40 | 0.70 | 11.9 | 0.90 |
Typical all weld metal mechanical properties
Hardness | Resistance to impact | Heat resistance | Abrasion resistance | Machinable |
53-56 Rc 523-580 HB |
High | 500ºC | High | Yes – with heat |
Welding positions

RE-DRYING
120°C/2H
Diameter | Length | Current [amps] | ||
in | mm | in | mm | |
1/8 | 3.25 | 14 | 350 | 85-120 |
5/32 | 4.0 | 14 | 350 | 120-150 |
3/16 | 5.0 | 14 | 350 | 160-210 |