Selector Guide for Maintenance 

& Repair Welding

HIGHLIGHTED ELECTRODES ARE MOST COMMONLY USED FOR REPAIRS UNALLOYED AND ALLOYED STEEL
MOST COMMON TYPE OF REPAIRS
AMERARC ™ Ferrous Electrodes
FOR ELECTRODE WT. DIA/L PCN RECOMMENDED APPLICATION INFORMATION
WELDING TYPE (kg/PK) (mm X mm) AMPERAGE
1.5 2.0 X 300 0628034 40 - 80 AMERARC ER PLUS is a heavily coated rutile electrode used in all positions on AC or
ER PLUS 3.7 2.5 X 350 0629032 50 - 110
DC with positive or negative polarity. Arc action is particularly stable even when welding
GENERAL with low open circuit voltage transformers. Bead appearance is smooth and flat, and
PURPOSE 4.9 3.25 X 450 0630039 80 - 150 slag removal is easy. AMERARC ER PLUS electrodes have excellent wetting action and
RUTILE produce shallow penetration making it suitable for thin metal welding as well as butt, fillet
AC/DC (+/-) and outside corner welds. Tensile Strength: 490-600 N/mm2
3.8 2.5 X 350 0631037 45 - 80 AMERARC EO PLUS is a general purpose mild steel electrode that can be used in
all positions. When used at lower current levels (shallow penetrations), it is superior
EO PLUS 4.6 3.25 X 350 0632035 75 - 110 for welding thin sections, joints with poor fit-up or for bridging gaps. The weld bead is
GENERAL 4.5 4.0 X 350 0633033 105 - 150 smooth in appearance, wetting and fill are excellent. Slag is easily removed. AMERARC
PURPOSE EO PLUS is especially easy to use for vertical down welding. Striking and restriking is
ORGANIC easy, even on low voltage transformers. AMERARC EO PLUS is used for general mild
AC/DC (+/-) steel fabrication in all positions, for tack welding most rusty or galvanized plates and for
ordinary ship’s plates of A-, D- and E-Quality. Tensile Strength: 480-580 N/mm2
4.3 2.5 X 350 0993015 45 - 80 AMERARC PIPE is an all-position cellulosic electrode producing an exceptionally
smooth, evenly rippled weld bead with light slag and a high quality weld deposit. The
PIPE 4.6 3.25 X 350 0993023 75 - 110 arc is stable over a wide range of current and is forceful, providing good control in all
DEEP positions including vertical down applications. Penetration is deep, producing highly
MILD STEEL PENETRATION
4.5 4.0 X 350 0993031 105 - 150
ductile, sound root welds free of defects. AMERARC PIPE electrodes are recommended
NORMAL ALL POSITION for welding pipe, pressure vessels, tanks with plain or galvanized surfaces and general
DC (+)
shipboard maintenance. Tensile Strength: 520 - 535 N/mm2
PROBLEM STEEL
CONDITIONS
4.5 2.5 X 350 0994013 25 - 75 AMERARC ECEL is an all-position cellulosic electrode, producing an exceptionally
smooth, excellent quality weld deposit with very light slag. The forceful arc is easy to
4.5 3.25 X 350 0994021 35 - 125 control, has good stability even at low current and freezes quickly. The penetration is
deep, producing highly ductile, sound root welds, free from porosity and lack of fusion.
ECEL 4.5 4.0 X 350 0994039 50 - 160
The coating generates a large volume of shielding gas to eliminate porosity and prob-
ALL POSITION lems associated with dirt and oil contamination. AMERARC ECEL electrodes are used
AC/DC (+) for welding mild steels such as ASTM A-36,-283,-284,-285,-515,-516, and ABS Hull and
Boiler steel. Typical applications include pressure vessels, fabricated structures, piping,
tanks and general shipboard maintenance. Tensile Strength: 520 - 535 N/mm2
6.3 4.0 X 450 0995128 140 - 190 AMERARC EOHP PLUS is a heavily coated, iron powder electrode providing high
deposition rates for flat (downhand) and horizontal welding with good weldability and
EOHP 5.8 5.0 X 450 0995136 180 - 230 superior mechanical properties. The electrode easily produces equal leg fillets with
smooth bead appearance and self-cleaning slag. Features include increased penetration
PLUS 5.7 6.3 X 450 0995144 220 - 280
with minimal root porosity in the recommended welding positions. The electrode is easy
HIGH to control. AMERARC EOHP PLUS is ideal for making high speed horizontal fillet, butt
PERFORMANCE AC/DC (+) and lap welds on mild plate and structural steels such as decking, hatch covers, etc.
Tensile Strength: 480 - 570 N/mm2
3.4 2.5 X 350 0634031 65 - 110 AMERARC LH PLUS is a basic coated general purpose electrode with controlled low
hydrogen well-suited for a broad range of general welding and repair applications. The
4.6 3.25 X 450 0635039 100 - 140 superior mechanical properties of the weld metal make AMERARC LH PLUS a superior
LH PLUS 4.8 4.0 X 450 0636037 140 - 200 choice for applications with higher stress levels due to base metal chemistry or joint con-
LOW figuration. The coating produces a good weld bead appearance with a stable arc. The
HYDROGEN iron powder content of the coating produces a high deposition rate and metal recovery
ELECTRODE
AC/DC (+/-) rate of 120%. Superior welding performance in the vertical up position. AMERARC LH
MILD STEEL PLUS is well-suited for welding ordinary and high strength ship’s plates of A-, D- and
UNDER E-Quality and also for galvanized plates. Tensile Strength: 550 - 610 N/mm2 PLUS
HIGH STRESS
(Vertical Down) AMERARC LV PLUS is a basic-type, low hydrogen electrode with outstanding
LV PLUS
LOW
5.1
5.0
3.25 X 450
4.0 X 450
0637035
0638033
130
190
operating characteristics in the vertical down position. AMERARC LV PLUS can be
used at relatively higher amperages providing high welding speeds with low heat input
– the result – enhanced productivity and low residual stress and deformation. Excellent
COPPER ALLOYS
HYDROGEN mechanical properties make AMERARC LV PLUS well suited for welding structures
VERTICAL subjected to high stress conditions and/or low temperature impact loading. AMERARC
DOWN AC/DC (+) LV PLUS is recommended for welding ordinary and high strength ship plates of A-D
quality, including high strength, low alloy steels. Tensile Strength: 500-640 N/mm2
4.3 3.25 X 350 0817025 90 - 110 AMERARC HF38 is an intermediate range hard-facing electrode with mechanical
work-hardening properties well suited to applications combining high compressive
loading and abrasion with excellent resistance to impact loading. The hardness of the
HF38 weld deposit is Rc33-41/HBN 310-380. The weld deposit is machinable and can be flame
MID-RANGE AC/DC (+) cut. AMERARC HF38 is well suited to repair hatch cover rails and rollers, sheaves and
winches and components of bulk carrier unloading gear. It is also an excellent choice for
build up of severely worn areas prior to the application of AMERARC HF60
HARD FACING 4.5 3.25 X 350 0996019 110 - 140 AMERARC HF60 is a high hardness range hard facing electrode based on a high
chromium carbide composite with a rutile coating. It is ideally suited for rebuilding
HF60 4.5 4.0 X 350 0996027 160 - 200 surfaces that have been worn due to moderate impact and/or severe abrasion. The
HIGH very high chrome content produces a dense, smooth, easily polished, wear resistant
HARDNESS surface. The as-welded surface has a minimum of ripple for this purpose. AMERARC
AC/DC (+) HF60 is an excellent choice for resurfacing worn machine parts, hatch coamings,
grates, conveyor screws, shackles, buckets, rails and cat’s pawls.
1.5 2.5 X 300 0639023 50 - 80 AMERARC ST is a basic rutile type stainless steel electrode providing an 18 Cr, 12
Ni, 2 Mo weld deposit. It is suitable for welding austenitic steels of types AISI 316/316L
1.7 3.25 X 350 0640020 70 - 120 Werkstoff 1.4404, 1.4401 and 1.4406 and similar standards. Operates well on both AC
ST and DC positive polarity and has excellent out-of-position characteristics. Arc striking
STAINLESS and restriking with AMERARC ST is easy and the electrode is free from short circuiting
STEEL AC/DC (+) during welding. Slag removal is good and fillet welds have outstanding appearance. It is
an extra low carbon type for highest corrosion resistance.
Tensile Strength: 580 N/mm2 (Avg)
2.2 2.5 X 300 0997017 60 - 80 AMERARC STV is a specially formulated low carbon stainless steel electrode for joining
titanium and niobium-stabilized 18/8 stainless steels. It is excellent for all positions of
HARDFACING AND OVERLAYING
AUSTENITIC STV 2.2 3.25 X 300 0997025 90 - 110 welding but excels in vertical down applications. The electrode produces a very smooth
STAINLESS VERTICAL bead with good wetting resulting in a high quality weld deposit with a minimum of spatter
DOWN and easily removable slag. AMERARC STV provides a smooth running arc, produces
STEEL AC/DC (+) excellent welds in thin walled stainless steel piping and tanks in the vertical position.
Tensile Strength: 560 N/mm2 (Avg)
1.7 1.6 X 300 0816043 25 - 45 AMERARC SSMO is a highly alloyed rutile coated molybdenum stainless steel electrode
suitable for welding in all positions with AC or DC. The slag is self-releasing, revealing
SSMO 2.2 2.5 X 300 0816019 40 - 80 a weld bead of exceptionally smooth contour without undercut or cold lap. The higher
MOLYBDENUM 2.2 3.25 X 350 0816027 65 - 120 chromium and nickel content in combination with the molybdenum provides exceptional
STAINLESS corrosion resistance of the weld deposit. AMERARC SSMO is especially well suited for
2.2 4.0 X 350 0816035 90 - 150 welding or repairing stainless clad steel plates where corrosion resistance of the weld
STEEL
metal is critical. It is ideal for joining or repairing stainless steel piping, heating coils and
AC/DC (+) fittings in stainless steel cargo tanks. Tensile Strength: 650 N/mm2 (Avg)

1.7 2.5 X 300 0919011 50 - 80 AMERARC DP is a duplex stainless electrode for welding and cladding of austenitic/

STAINLESS
DP ferritic stainless steels. The nitrogen-based weld metal is resistant to chloride-containing
medias. Also, the AMERARC DP has high strength and good overall welding character-
DUPLEX 1.7 3.25 X 350 0919029 70 - 100
istics to combine with the excellent corrosion resistance. In the as-welded condition, the
STEEL STAINLESS
deposits have between 30%-50% ferrite and welding conditions should be used that will
STEEL (+/-) result in this same structure. Tensile Strength: 800 N/mm2

4.5 2.5 X 350 0815011 65 - 95 AMERARC CRMO is a basic coated, extra low hydrogen electrode with major alloying
elements of chromium and molybdenum. A limited carbon content reduces the possibility
ALLOY
CRMO 4.5 3.25 X 350 0815029 90 - 140 of cracking when welding the alloy steels for which this electrode is intended. These
CHROME- steels include 1/2% Cr - 1/2% Mo, 1% Cr - 1% Mo, 11/4% Cr - 1/2% Mo, which are
typically used in high pressure boilers and power piping with a maximum service
STEELS MOLY LOW
temperature of 550°C. AMERARC CRMO is ideally suited for welding creep and
HYDROGEN (+/-)
CUTTING
hydrogen resistant CrMo steels. The electrode provides high welding speed and
deposition rate and easily removed slag. Tensile Strength: 550 - 520 N/mm2
STAINLESS STEEL CAST IRON ALUMINUM
1.7 3.25 X 350 0641028 65 - 120 AMERARC TE is recommended for welding medium and high carbon hardenable
steels, machine components, tools, springs and other steels of unknown composition. It
GOUGING
is highly tolerant of base metal dilution and is generally free of hot cracking tendencies.
HARDENABLE
TE AC/DC (+/-)
AMERARC TE may also be used for welding dissimilar steels or under conditions where
HIGH high temperature scaling resistance is important. The electrode operates well on both
STEELS CHROME- AC and DC positive polarity, has good slag removal and the finished weld bead may be
NICKEL polished to a hard high gloss surface with excellent wear characteristics. AMERARC TE
is not recommended for welding cast irons or for repairing engine valves.
Tensile Strength: 830 N/mm2 (Avg)

COBALT 2.2 3.25 X 350 0814013 80 - 110 AMERARC COCR is a cobalt, chromium, tungsten alloy electrode with superior resis-
COCR tance to wear, erosion and impact at high temperatures. The metal core is fully alloyed
CHROMIUM COBALT 2.2 4.0 X 350 0814021 100 - 150 assuring specified deposit composition if coating is chipped. AMERARC COCR is well
HIGH TEMPERATURE CHROMIUM suited for repairing/refacing engine valves and valve seats, pump rotors and corrosive
HIGH IMPACT AC/DC (+) fluid valve elements. Tensile Strength: 890 N/mm2 (Avg)

1.7 2.5 X 300 0642026 30 - 70 AMERARC Nl99 is a low slagging, high nickel electrode especially designed for cold
welding of cast irons to produce crack-free, machinable welds in all positions. The unique
NI99 2.1 3.25 X 350 0643024 55 - 110 coating produces a pulsed arc providing good penetration through surface skin and
HIGH contaminants for a porosity-free weld without overheating and avoiding stress cracks.
CAST IRON NICKEL Preheating is not usually required. AMERARC Nl99 can also be used for welding cast
AC/DC (-) irons to other metals such as steel, stainless steel, clad steel and copper-based metal
and alloys. Tensile Strength: 350 N/mm2 (Avg)
CAST IRON 1.9 3.25 X 350 0644022 70 - 110 AMERARC Nl60 is a lower nickel alloy than the AMERARC Nl99 companion electrode.
It has excellent operating characteristics with very low slagging and will operate on either
TO 1.9 4.0 X 350 0645020 90 - 130 DC positive or AC welding power. AMERARC Nl60 is recommended for welding cast
iron where color matching is important or where large cavities must be filled. Always use
OTHER NI60 the lowest possible amperage and weld for short time periods intermittently in order to
STEELS NICKEL
IRON
reduce heat-induced stresses and the possibility of cracking. For heavy sections, pre-
heating to 300°C is advisable. Peening between passes to reduce residual stresses is
AC/DC (+) recommended and the work should be covered or blanketed in order to produce a slow
cooling rate. The electrode may also be used to weld malleable cast iron and for welding
iron to steel. The deposit is machinable. Tensile Strength: 520 N/mm2 (Avg) All statements, information and data presented herein are believed to be accurate and reliable but are not to be taken as a guarantee, express warranty or implied warranty
of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, or representation, express or implied, for which seller assumes legal responsibility, and they are offered solely for
AMERARC Non-Ferrous Electrodes
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your consideration, investigation and verification. Statements or suggestions concerning possible use of this product are made without representation or warranty that
any such use is free of patent infringement and are not recommendations to infringe on any patent.
COPPER BASE AMERARC SN is a tIn-bronze electrode recommended for joining copper base alloys
to themselves or to steel or cast iron. It may also be used for welding cast iron without
ALLOYS SN 100 - 150 preheat where machining after welding is not required and for cladding of steels and
TIN 1.9 3.25 X 350 0648024 other material and for filling cavities. AMERARC SN is used with DC positive polarity
DC (+)
and BRONZE only. Avoid working temperature range of 400-600°C due to risk of hot shortness.
Tensile Strength: 420 N/mm2
JOINING
AMERARC AB is an aluminum-bronze electrode intended for building up or joining
DISSIMILAR copper base alloys or for welding copper base alloys to steel. May also be used for
METALS AB 90 - 125 buildup of cast iron using normal precautions for this crack-sensitive material. AMERARC
ALUMINUM 1.8 3.25 X 350 0646028 AB deposits exhibit high strength and are highly resistant to abrasion and wear. As on
DC (+) all copper welding, preheating is advisable. Best results obtained in flat or horizontal
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position with DC positive. Tensile Strength: 690 N/mm2

AMERARC AL is an aluminum-silicon electrode suitable for welding cast or extruded

aluminum alloys of relatively heavy thickness. Typical applications are repair of

ALUMINUM AL
ALUMINUM
0.8 3.25 X 350 0647026
80 - 130
DC (+)
aluminum castings or architectural or decorative components. AMERARC AL is used
with DC positive polarity only. The electrode exhibits high burn-off rates and high
welding speeds and therefore for starts and on heavy sections preheating may be
Reliability. Performance. Compliance.
required. The residual slag is corrosive and should be completely removed following
welding. Tensile Strength: 235 N/mm2
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and for joint preparation. Its thick, specially-developed coating produces a strong plasma

GOUGING
and gas jet which removes the material melted by the arc. AMERARC CH may be used
for gouging most engineering materials such as steel, stainless cast iron and many
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CH 160 - 180 non-ferrous metals. The resulting grooves are smooth and even and welding may follow
ELECTRODE CHAMFERING 2.8 3.25 X 350 0649022
AC/DC (-)
immediately after gouging except on stainless steel, which should be thoroughly cleaned
NOT FOR GOUGING prior to welding. Either AC or DC negative polarity may be used. The electrode should be
WELDING struck perpendicular to the work and then pointed in the direction of travel at an angle of
approximately 20 degrees to the perpendicular. Travel speed of l00-150 CM/Min should
be maintained. AMERARC CH can also be used for cutting and piercing holes. Good ®
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