10 Electrode

Special Qualities

our 10 electrode has a unique jet action which removes all types of unwanted metal in seconds. It can be safely used even on difficult to cut metals such as bronze, stainless steel, cast iron and manganese steel. 10 is composed of a core wire coated with an exothermic action coating. This coating has an insualtion material which prevents the electrode from overheating, even though it is being used at high amperages.

The external coating melts at a reduced rate to the core wire forming a crucible at the tip of the electrode. When melted, the rare chemicals which form the coating create a gas of intense velocity causing an actual "jet blast" action. The heat generated by the electrode melts the base metal and the high velocity gas vapour stream blows away the molten metal leaving a clean kerf.

The heart of this electrode is a special core wire. This core is manufactured under strict conditions whereby the sulphur, carbon, and phosphorous are held at very low levels, therefore the 10 can be used with safety on sensitive metals without the risk of contaminating the base metal.

There are hundreds of everyday uses for 10 in every maintenance workshop; removing cracks and fractures before welding, removing unwanted welds, parting welded sections, cutting grooves anywhere required.

• Makes a U-shaped groove which is ideal preparation for welding. it does not seal a crack as oxyacetylene chamfering does
• Is much faster than oxyacetylene gouging and up to ten times faster than a chipping gun. This electrode removes metals quietly and at the lowest possible cost. It requires no special equipment or oxygen. Simply use any ordinary AC or DC welding machine with a standard electrode holder.
• Removes unwanted metal noiselessly saving workers from the deafening hammer such as experienced with chipping guns. In this respect 10 contributes greatly to keepingindustrial noise pollition to a minimum. Excessive noise of this type can contribute to the development of many kinds of neurosis which have a detrimental effect on working efficiency.

How to Apply

Insert the electrode into the holder of either an AC or DC welding machine set on straight polarity. Set the amperage according to the table below. Strike an arc on a piece of scrap metal, then proceed to chamfer away the unwanted metal. Hold the electrode at a very close angle to the base metal and atucally push into the work surface in the direction of travel. An angle of only 15 degrees from the base metal is most efficient. Lower amperages may be used, however, a higher amperage reading will remove more metal at a greater rate.

Recommended Amperages

3/16" 300 to 500
5/32" 275 to 400

1/8" 250 to 350

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