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Silicon-bronze TIG (GTAW) welding alloy is used to weld similar composition base metals of steel and cast iron to copper, brass and bronze. Frequently used to "braze-weld" coated sheet steels. It can also be used to weld on galvanized steels. Conforms to AWS A5.7.

Features

  • Silicon bronze base metals generally do not require pre-heat
  • Used to weld galvanized steels
  • All position welding
  • Use 100% Argon for shielding gas
  • Marked with model number on each end for easy identification after use
  • Brass or copper base metals may require some pre-heat depending on copper content and thickness
  • Frequently used for TIG (GTAW) "braze-welding" of coated sheet steels
  • Silicon bronze alloy for welding base metals of steels and cast iron to copper, brass and bronze
  • Recommended Amperage: 70-500 A
  • Recommended Voltage: 21-30 V
  • Argon Flow Rate: 15-40 cfh
  • Wire Feed Speed: 150-500 ipm
  • Recommended Wire Diameter: 0.030, 0.035, 0.045, 1/16 in.
  • Tensile Strength: 50,000 psi min
  • Brinell Hardness: 80-100 HB
  • Solidus Temperature: 1780 F (971 C)
  • Liquidus Temperature: 1880 F (1027 C)
  • Weight: 1.02 lbs
  • Application: Weld steel, cast iron to copper, brass, bronze
  • Welding Type: TIG (GTAW)
  • Shielding Gas: 100% Argon
  • Material Composition: Silicon Bronze
  • Compliance: AWS A5.7, ANSI/AWS A 5.7, ASME SFA-5.7 ERCuSi-A
  • Pre-Heat Requirement: Generally none; brass/copper may require some

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