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Product Summary

The US Forge Nickel 55 electrode is designed for reliable repair and welding of cast iron, as well as joining cast iron to steel. Used with SMAW welding machines, it operates on AC or DC reverse polarity for versatility across job setups. Its alloyed core and unique flux coating help produce dense, strong, crack-resistant welds, even on contaminated or aged base metals. Deposits are machinable, supporting post-weld finishing when needed. Ideal for applications such as pipes, housings, and machinery repair, this electrode delivers dependable results—add it to your welding setup today.

What's Included

    (1) box of rods

Features + Benefits

  • Nickel 55 electrode designed for repairing and welding cast iron and joining cast iron to steel
  • Works with stick welding (SMAW) machines using AC or DC reverse polarity (electrode +)
  • Alloyed core with flux coating produces strong, crack-resistant, machinable welds
  • Suitable for gray, ductile, Meehanite, and nodular cast iron, including contaminated or oil-soaked base metals
  • For use on sewer pipe, machine bases, transmission or gear housings, sprockets, repair of or build-up on gears, and any repair of cast iron to steel
  • 75,000 PSI tensile strength

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

7355365

Brand

US Forge

Manufacturer's Warranty

1 year limited warranty

Ship Weight

10.25 LB

Diameter

1/8 in
AttributeSpecification

Package Size

10 lb

Tensile Strength

75,000 in·lb

Resists Cracking

Yes

Product Weight

10.2500 lb

Dimensions L x W x H (in.)

14.75 x 4.0 x 2.25 in

Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty

1 year limited warranty