SelectWear 58-MCG
Hardsurfacing / Metal Cored / Gas Shielded
Features
- Iron Based, martensitic alloy designed as a general purpose hardfacing wire
- High hardness (Rc 56-60) with a good balance between abrasion and impact resistance
- Excellent choice for components that are required to maintain a sharp edge
- Can be deposited in multiple layers with proper welding procedure
- Applications include: Debarking knives, Agricultural tillage, Chisel plows, Dredge components, Earthmoving bucket lips, Extruder screws, Hard banding applications, Repairs on AR plate
Standard Diameters
in (mm)- 0.035 (0.9)
- 0.045 (1.2)
- 1/16 (1.6)
- 7/64 (2.8)
- 1/8 (3.2)
Welding Positions
Flat and Horizontal
Shielding
- 100% CO₂
- 75-99.5% Ar / Balance CO₂
- 97-99.5 Ar / Balance O₂
- Flow Rate: 40 – 50 CFM
Polarity
Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP)
Hardness
3 layers: 56 – 61
| Diameter in (mm) |
Shielding Gas | Position | Wire Feed Speed in/min (m/min) |
Amps | Volts | Contact Tip to Work Distance in (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.035 (0.9) | 75% Ar/25% CO₂ | Flat & Horizontal | 500 (12.7) | 200 | 26 | 1/2 – 3/4 (13 – 19) |
| 0.045 (1.2) | 75% Ar/25% CO₂ | Flat & Horizontal | 400 (10.2) | 250 | 27 | 3/4 – 1 (19 – 25) |
| 1/16 (1.6) | 75% Ar/25% CO₂ | Flat & Horizontal | 275 (7.0) | 300 | 28 | 3/4 – 1 1/4 (19 – 32) |
| 7/64 (2.8) | 75% Ar/25% CO₂ | Flat & Horizontal | 125 (3.2) | 450 | 29 | 1 1/4 – 1 3/4 (32 – 44) |
| 1/8 (3.2) | 75% Ar/25% CO₂ | Flat & Horizontal | 100 (2.5) | 500 | 29 | 1 1/4 – 1 3/4 (32 – 44) |
Packaging (lbs (kg))
33 (15) Spools, 60 (27.2) Coils, 500 (226.8) Round Drum, 800 (362.9) Hex Drum, 900 (408.2) Hex Drum
*Some packaging options may not be available depending on diameter and product. Special package options may be available upon request.