ER5356 - TIG Aluminum Welding Rod - 36 x 1/8 (10 LB)

ER5356 - ROD - TIG (GTAW) - ALUMINUM AWS A5.10 Welding Positions: All INTRODUCTION: TIG welding rod aluminum with 5% magnesium alloy for use on many weldable cast and wrought aluminum alloys. High strength extremely resistant to corrosion and resistant to sea water. Suitable for subsequent anodization. Generally recommended for welding any 5XXX or 6XXX series aluminum alloys USES: Materials: AlMg3 AlMg4 5 AlMg5 AlMgSi1 G-AlMg3 G-AlMg3 Architectural structures Armored vehicles Gun mount bases. CHEMICAL COMPOSITION (%): Chemical Composition Al Si Fe Cu Mn Requirement Balance ?0.25 ?0.4 ?0.1 0.05-0.2 Typical test result Balance 0.07 0.085 0.03 0.13 Chemical Composition Mg Zn Ti Be Cr Requirement 4.05-5.5 ?0.1 0.06-0.20 ?0.0003 0.05-0.2 Typical test result 4.84 0.002 0.015 0.0002 0.03 WELDING PARAMETERS (AC): Base Thickness Filler Wire Size Tungsten Amperage Argon (cfh) Gas Cup Size 1/16” 1/16” 1/16” 60-80 20 3/8” 3/32” 3/32” 3/32” 85-120 20 3/8” 1/8” 3/32” 3/32” 125-160 20 3/8” Shielding Gas: 100% Argon Argon / Helium Mixtures The above parameters are for reference purpose and depend on diverse factors. Run tests evaluate and set your welding parameters before starting the welding job.