OK Tooltrode 60

OK Tooltrode 60 is a high‑speed steel hardfacing stick electrode designed for repair welding of cutting tools, drills, stamping machines and similar applications. It delivers maximum hardness through double tempering and is suited for step welding.

Key Features

• Lime basic coating for reliable slag removal
• Works best at pre‑heat temperatures of 400‑500 °C to minimise cracking
• Available in 2.5 mm, 3.2 mm and 4.0 mm diameters
• Provides high deposition efficiency (55‑58 %)

Specifications

• Classification: EN 14700 : E Fe4
• Welding current: AC, DC+
• Alloy type: Tool steel
• Coating type: Lime Basic
• Minimum AC open‑circuit voltage: 65 V
• Typical weld metal analysis (%): C 0.93, Mn 1.4, Si 1.4, Cr 4.7, Mo 7.3, V 1.60, W 1.39
• Deposition data (example for 3.2 mm × 350 mm): 100‑150 A, 23 V, 57 % efficiency, 82 s fusion time, 1.1 kg/h rate

Applications

• Hardfacing of cutting tools and drill bits
• Repair of stamping machine components
• General step welding for wear‑resistant surfaces