Specification of
5 % Silicon aluminum arc welding electrode with exclusive self lifting slag.
Other aluminum grades such as Al 99, Al Mn, etc, e also available.
· Unique self lifting slag.
· The only aluminum electrode manufactured in a “ Low Temperature “ 5/64
( 2.0 mm ) X 10 “ ( 250 mm ) size.
· Pure white long shelf life extruded flux coating outlasts conventional
products in moisture resistance.
· Available in hermetically sealed PURE ALUMINUM pull ring cans or
vacuum packed foil bags for extended shelf life.
· Also available in TIG form as item code STANLEY 505 TIG, in MIG form
as item code STANLEY 505 MIG and as a torch brazing alloy as item code
STANLEY 85 TIG BRAZING.
TYPICAL MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
Undiluted Weld Metal Maximum Value Up to :
Tensile strength 32,000 Psi ( 250 MPa )
Yield strength 20,000 Psi ( 150 MPa )
Elongation 18 %
APPLICATIONS
For arc welding aluminums alloyed with copper, silicon, and magnesium. Also excellent
for joining dissimilar grades of aluminum.
RECOMMENDED CURRENT
DC Reverse (+)
WELDING POSITIONS
Flat, Horizontal.
WELDING TECHNIQUES
Start by using the upper portion of the amperage range. Feed the electrode quickly and
move fast maintaining a verry close arc gap.
