Electrodes for Repair & Maintenance

KUZEAL PRODUCT RANGE

Electrodes for Repair & Maintenance

KUZEAL CRISTAWELD

Applications: Electrode for low alloy & high tensile steel.

Properties:

UTS: 550 N/mm²
Elongation: 22-30% (L=4d)

KUZEAL CRISTAWELD is a low heat input, low hydrogen controlled electrode with high strength. The weld deposits are tough, crack-free, and have high impact values. Use a short and medium arc to avoid overheating.

Applications: It is used for welding low & medium carbon steel, pressure vessels, excavator booms, pipe welding, and crane jibs.

Electrode Size	Current Range (Amps)
2.50 X 350	70 - 90
3.15 X 350	100 - 140
4.00 X 350	140 - 170
5.00 X 350	170 - 210

P3: KUZEAL GOLD

Applications: Electrode for dissimilar & difficult-to-weld steel.

Properties:

UTS: 810 N/mm²
Elongation: 26%

KUZEAL GOLD is a low heat input welding electrode for repair & maintenance. The weld deposits are extra strong and tough, ideal for joining unknown and difficult-to-weld steels with controlled grain structure. The weld deposits are crack-free, corrosion-resistant, and have good temperature resistance.

Applications: It is used for welding unknown composition of steels, leaf & coil springs, shaft build-up, tool steels, steel castings, and sugar mill roller journals.

Electrode Size	Current Range (Amps)
2.50 X 350	60 - 90
3.15 X 350	90 - 120
4.00 X 350	130 - 170
5.00 X 350	140 - 210

P4: KUZEAL SUPER GOLD

Applications: Electrode for dissimilar high strength & toughness steels.

Properties:

UTS: 810 N/mm²
Elongation: 26%

KUZEAL SUPER GOLD is a low heat input welding electrode designed for unknown and dissimilar compositions of steels. The weld deposits are extra strong with high strength and toughness. The deposits are crack-free and provide excellent temperature and corrosion resistance.

Applications: It is ideal for welding unknown compositions of steels, leaf & coil springs, shaft build-up, tool steels, steel castings, and sugar mill roller journals.

Electrode Size	Current Range (Amps)
2.50 X 350	60 - 90
3.15 X 350	90 - 120
4.00 X 350	130 - 170
5.00 X 350	140 - 210

P5: KUZEAL FORGE

Applications: Electrode for Forging Dies (38 - 42 HRC Hardness).

Properties:

Hardness: 38 - 42 HRC

KUZEAL FORGE is a low heat input welding electrode designed for the build-up of dies subjected to compression, impact, abrasion, and thermal shocks. The weld deposits resist these factors and increase the service life of dies. The deposits are hard and tough, resisting repetitive impact. To avoid cracking, pre-heating up to 400°C and slow cooling is recommended.

Applications: Ideal for the build-up of all types of die impressions.

Electrode Size	Current Range (Amps)
2.50 X 350	50 - 90
3.15 X 350	100 - 120
4.00 X 350	130 - 170
5.00 X 350	160 - 220

P6: KUZEAL FORGE SS

Applications: Electrode for Forging Dies (46 - 48 HRC, H11 & H12 Steels).

Properties:

Hardness: 46 - 48 HRC

KUZEAL FORGE SS is an electrode designed for the build-up of dies made from tool steels, specifically H-type steels (H11 & H12). The deposits are hard, tough, and possess excellent properties to resist repetitive impact and thermal shocks. To avoid cracking, pre-heating up to 400°C and slow cooling is recommended.

Applications: Ideal for building up all types of working dies, heavy-duty hot shears, and die impressions.

Electrode Size	Current Range (Amps)
2.50 X 350	50 - 90
3.15 X 350	100 - 120
4.00 X 350	130 - 170
5.00 X 350	160 - 220

P6: KUZEAL SUPER EDGE

Applications: Electrode for Cutting & Trimming Dies and Tools (60 - 62 HRC).

Properties:

Hardness: 60 - 62 HRC

KUZEAL SUPER EDGE is a low heat input electrode specifically designed for overlay applications on high-speed steels and tool steels in the M series. The weld deposits are highly resistant to wear, retaining hardness and toughness even at temperatures up to 600°C. For optimal performance, it is recommended to pre-heat the job up to 300°C, depending on the thickness of the material.

Applications: Ideal for hot & cold trimming dies, shear blades, blanking dies, cutting tools, M-series tool steels, piercing dies, and cutting knives.

Electrode Size	Current Range (Amps)
2.50 X 350	60 - 100
3.15 X 350	100 - 130
4.00 X 350	140 - 170
5.00 X 350	160 - 210

P7: KUZEAL SUPER TOOL

Applications: Electrode for Hot & Cold Trimming Dies & Tools (42 - 48 HRC as welded, heat treatable to 58-62 HRC).

Properties:

Hardness: 42-48 HRC (as welded)
Heat treat at 560°C: 58-62 HRC
Heat treat at 450°C: 56-58 HRC

KUZEAL SUPER TOOL is a low heat input electrode designed for the repair of tools and dies made from tool steel, H13 type steel, and low alloy steel. The weld deposits are heat-treated for improved hardness. The deposits provide enhanced edge hardness for cold cutting tools and shears.

Applications: Ideal for hot and cold trimming dies, blanking dies, cutting tools, molding dies, extrusion and feeding screws, and hot forging dies.

Electrode Size	Current Range (Amps)
2.50 X 350	60 - 100
3.15 X 350	100 - 130
4.00 X 350	140 - 170
5.00 X 350	160 - 210

P8: KUZEAL 100

Applications: Electrode for Low, Medium Carbon & Alloy Steel.

Properties:

Hardness: 28-32 (As deposited)
Hardness: 30-36 (Work Hardened)

KUZEAL 100 is a low heat input welding electrode designed for use with low and medium carbon steel, and alloy steels. The weld deposits are resistant to mild abrasion, heavy impact, pressure, and deformation. The deposits are tough and free from porosity, allowing for 2 to 3 layers of weld deposition.

Applications: Ideal for sugar pinions, gears, idlers, conveyor screws, sprockets, pump shafts, mixer blades, and other similar components.

Electrode Size	Current Range (Amps)
2.50 X 350	90 - 110
3.15 X 350	130 - 160
4.00 X 350	140 - 180
5.00 X 350	180 - 210

P9: KUZEAL 100 S

Applications: Electrode for Low, Medium Carbon & Alloy Steel.

Properties:

Hardness: 32-36 (As deposited)
Hardness: 36-38 (Work Hardened)

KUZEAL 100 S is a surfacing electrode for low and medium carbon steel, and alloy steels. The weld deposits exhibit excellent resistance to deformation with medium toughness, impact, and abrasion. It can also be used as a buffer layer before applying high hardness electrodes. The electrode allows for 2 to 3 layers of deposition.

Applications: Ideal for machinery transit equipment, crane wheels, sprockets, and other components exposed to medium impact and abrasion.

Electrode Size	Current Range (Amps)
2.50 X 350	90 - 110
3.15 X 350	130 - 160
4.00 X 350	140 - 180
5.00 X 350	160 - 200

P10: KUZEAL HARDEDGE

Applications: Electrode for Edge Retention.

Properties:

Hardness: 57-60 HRC

KUZEAL HARDEDGE is a heavy-coated, high-efficiency low heat input welding electrode designed for overlay applications on parts subjected to high abrasion combined with moderate impact, medium shocks, and wet conditions. The weld metal provides a smooth and stable arc with shiny weld deposits.

Applications: Suitable for mixer blades, cane cutting knives, screw conveyors, bucket teeth, and wear parts in heavy-duty environments.

Electrode Size	Current Range (Amps)
2.50 X 350	100 - 130
3.15 X 350	140 - 190
4.00 X 350	180 - 230
5.00 X 350	230 - 270

P11: KUZEAL HAMMERHARD

Applications: Electrode for High Abrasion, Impact & Corrosion.

Properties:

Hardness: 56-58 HRC

KUZEAL HAMMERHARD is a low heat input, high chrome alloy designed for hardfacing parts subjected to heavy abrasion, impact, and mild corrosion. It is recommended to use a medium arc length and low current to avoid excessive dilution with the parent metal. Hardness can be achieved in 2 to 3 layers of welding.

Applications: Ideal for sugar mill fiberizer hammers, sugar screws, wear pads, conveyors, and other components exposed to heavy wear and tear.

Electrode Size	Current Range (Amps)
2.50 X 350	120 - 140
3.15 X 350	140 - 190
4.00 X 350	160 - 230
5.00 X 350	180 - 250

P12: KUZEAL HARDLIFE

Applications: Electrode for Heavy Abrasion & Metal to Metal Wear.

Properties:

Hardness: 60-63 HRC

KUZEAL HARDLIFE is a low heat input electrode designed for heavy abrasion, moderate impact, and metal-to-metal wear with a high deposition rate. The weld deposits retain their properties up to temperatures of 450°C. Pre-heating up to 150°C and drying the electrodes at 300°C for 45 minutes before use is recommended.

Applications: Ideal for hardfacing crusher parts, press screws, and many other parts in the cement industry.

Electrode Size	Current Range (Amps)
2.50 X 350	110 - 140
3.15 X 350	140 - 180
4.00 X 350	190 - 230
5.00 X 350	220 - 260

P13: KUZEAL COMPLEXHARD

Applications: For Severe Abrasion at High Temperature.

Properties:

Hardness: 63-65 HRC

KUZEAL COMPLEXHARD is designed for severe abrasion resistance at high temperatures. The weld deposits contain a complex carbide structure and retain abrasion resistance up to 500°C. It is recommended to dry the electrodes at 300°C for 45 minutes before use, if necessary.

Applications: Suitable for use in blast furnace hoppers and throats, screw conveyors, crushing rolls, and other applications in cement, ceramic, and mining industries.

Electrode Size	Current Range (Amps)
2.50 X 350	110 - 140
3.15 X 350	140 - 190
4.00 X 350	190 - 240
5.00 X 350	190 - 240

P14: KUZEAL HARDBLAST

Applications: Abrasion, Impact, Friction up to 500°C.

Properties:

Hardness: As deposited 50-55 HRC
Hardness at 500°C: 42-46 HRC

KUZEAL HARDBLAST is a low heat input electrode designed for cladding parts subjected to high impact, abrasion, and friction at temperatures up to 500°C. The electrode provides a smooth arc, low spatter, and excellent bead appearance. Up to 2 layers of weld deposits are permissible.

Applications: Suitable for seat areas of blast furnace bells, hoppers, hot shears, tong pins, screens, cement mill parts, and other similar applications.

Electrode Size	Current Range (Amps)
2.50 X 350	110 - 140
3.15 X 350	130 - 190
4.00 X 350	180 - 240
5.00 X 350	180 - 240