Zeta C – Tubular Hardfacing, Extreme Abrasion Resistance

Zeta C Arc Welding Rods – Tubular Hardfacing Electrodes for Extreme Abrasion Resistance (SMAW) - 2lb Tube

Product Description

The fastest-depositing rod for brutal wear conditions.
Zeta C is a high-performance tubular hardfacing rod engineered for extreme abrasion with or without impact. It delivers a hardness of 58–62 RC and a weld metal deposit rate over 50% greater than traditional hardfacing rods. With its ultra-high alloy content (38%) and low heat requirements, Zeta C maximizes protection while minimizing downtime.

The unique tubular design provides wire-feed level deposition speeds—up to 10 lbs per hour—making it ideal for industrial wear surface applications in mining, dredging, earthmoving, and manufacturing.

Key Features

• Hardness: 58–62 RC
• Unique tubular design for faster deposits (up to 10 lbs/hr)
• Low heat input for reduced base metal distortion
• Super high alloy content (38%)
• Resists extreme abrasion—even with impact
• Minimal waste, smooth deposition
• No special storage needed—flux coating is atmosphere-resistant
• Operates with AC or DCEP

Packaging & Sizes

• Electrode length: 14"
• Sold in custom weight options due to heavy gauge
• Available diameters:
• 1/4"
• 3/8"
• 1/2"

Recommended Amperage Settings (±40%)

• 1/4": 100 Amps
• 1/2": 225 Amps
• Use AC or DC reverse polarity (DCEP)

Welding Instructions

• Weld downward or with a slight uphill slope for heavier buildup
• Remove all rust, scale, and fatigued metal before welding
• Preheat thick or alloy steels to reduce cracking
• Do not preheat manganese steels (11–14%)—weld cold
• Stress-relief cracks are expected and do not reduce wear integrity
• Limit deposits to a maximum of two layers

Applications

• Pump castings and impellers
• Crusher hammers and brick plant parts
• Suction dredge cutters and dragline buckets
• Railway ballast tampers and clam shell buckets
• Agricultural tools, earthmovers, and sizing screens
• Rolling mill guides and dredge bucket lips