Blue Demon 58FC-G Hardfacing Gas Shielded

58FC-G is a metal-cored, economical hardfacing alloy designed to resist abrasion. This gas shielded wire can be welded out of position. It is typically used to overlay carbon and low alloy steels, manganese steels, and stainless steels. The welding deposit weathers severe abrasion, moderate impact, and metal-to-metal wear and tear. Hardfacing generally does not require any heat treatment. Preheat and post heat according to the base material where necessary. Typical Applications: Dredge parts Earth moving equipment Farm equipment Muller tires Conveyors Shielding Gas: Argon/CO2 Mixtures Typical Wire Chemistry(as welded): Cr - 5.0 Mn - 1.0 Mo - 2.0 W - 1.2 Others - 1.0 Fe - BAL Typical Mechanical Properties(as welded on 1020 steel): Hardness on 1 layer, Rc 52 - 56 Hardness on 2 layers, Rc 53 - 57