Index MDSGritec-B

B7 Covered electrodes for cast iron

Materials to be welded

TYPE Paginanr.

GRICAST 1 152
GRICAST 11 154
GRICAST 3 156
GRICAST 31 158
GRICAST 62 160
GRICAST 6 162

Calculation data
Sizes Current Current Arc time Energy Dep.rate Weight/ Electrodes/ kg Electrodes/
Diam.x length range type - per electrode at max. current - 1000 pcs kg weldmetal kg weldmetal

(mm) (A) (s)* E(kJ) H(kg/h) (kg) B 1/N

Welding parameters, optimum fill passes

Welding position:
Diameter (mm) Current (A)

Remarks

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 GRICAST 1
Classification
AWS A5.15-90 : E Ni-CI
ISO 1071-01 : E Ni-CI 1

General description
Ni-electrode for repair welding of lamellar cast iron, malleable cast iron and cast iron to steel
Produces a soft malleable weld deposit
Hardness weld deposit ~175 HB
Preferable welding on DC-, gives pulsed arc welding, deep penetration, smooth surface,
no lack of fusion
Welding on AC, lowest heat input, important at filling
Best choice for multilayer welding

Welding positions Current type

AC / DC electr. +/-

14258367
ISO/ASME PA/1G PB/2F PC/2G PF/3G up PG/3G down PE/4G PF/5G up PG/5G down
Approvals
DB UDT
+ +

Chemical composition (w%), typical, all weld metal

C Fe Ni
0.7 2.0 97
Mechanical properties, all weld metal
Condition 0.2% Proof strength Tensile strength Elongation Hardness
(N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) HB10
As welded
Required AWS A5.15-90 262-414 276-448 3-6 135-218
ISO 1071-01 190 300 5
Typical values 270 445 8 175

Packaging, available sizes and identification

Diameter (mm) 2.5 3.2 4.0 5.0
Length (mm) 300 350 400 450
Unit: Box
Pieces / unit 231 154 92 69
Net weight/unit (kg) 4.0 5.0 5.0 6.5

Identification
Identification Imprint:
Imprint: GRICAST 1 / Ni-CI Tip
Tipcolour:
colour: white
Liability: All information in this data sheet is based on the best available knowledge, is subject to change
without notice and can only be considered as suitable for general guidance.
Fumes: Consult information on Welding Safety Sheet, available upon request
MDS GRICAST 1 4

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 GRICAST 1
Materials to be welded
Steel grades DIN 1691 DIN 1692 DIN 1693

For welding and repair GG10 GTS-35-10 GGG-40

GG15 GTS-45-06 GGG-50
GG20 GTS-55-4 GGG-60
GG25 GTW-35-04
GG30 GTW-40-05
GG35 GTW-45-07
GTW-S-38-12

Calculation data
Sizes Current Current Arc time Energy Dep.rate Weight/ Electrodes/ kg Electrodes/
Diam.x length range type - per electrode at max. current - 1000 pcs kg weldmetal kg weldmetal

(mm) (A) (s)* E(kJ) H(kg/h) (kg) B 1/N

2.5 x 300 50 - 100 DC- 176 268 0.24 19.1 84 1.61
3.2 x 350 70 - 130 DC- 145 303 0.48 32.6 52 1.52
4.0 x 400 90 - 150 DC- 262 647 0.55 56.7 25 1.41
5.0 x 450 120 - 180

* stub end = 35mm

Welding parameters, optimum fill passes

Welding position: 1G 2F 2G 3G 4G
Diameter (mm) Current (A) up
2.5 70 70 70 70 70
3.2 100 100 100 80 80
4.0 120 120 120 110 110
5.0

Remarks Application advice

- Residual stresses are decreased by peening after
each layer
- Cold welding, interpass temperature (Ti<100°C)
- Heavy parts preheat (to max. 300°C)

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 GRICAST 11
Classification
AWS A 5.15-90 : E Ni-CI
ISO 1071-01 : E Ni-CI 1

General description
Ni-electrode for repair welding of cast iron, malleable cast iron and cast iron to steel
Produces a soft malleable weld deposit
Hardness weld deposit ~175 HB
Welding on AC and DC- polarity

Welding positions Current type

AC/DC electr. +/-
14258367
ISO/ASME PA/1G PB/2F PC/2G PF/3G up PG/3G down PE/4G PF/5G up PG/5G down
Approvals
UDT
+

Chemical composition (w%), typical, all weld metal

C Fe Ni
0.7 2.0 97
Mechanical properties, all weld metal
Condition 0.2% Proof strength Tensile strength Elongation Hardness
(N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) HB10
As welded
Required AWS A5.15-90 262-414 276-448 3-6 135-218
ISO 1071-01 190 300 5
Typical values 270 445 8 175

Packaging, available sizes and identification

Diameter (mm) 2.5 3.2 4.0
Length (mm) 300 350 400
Unit: Box
Pieces / unit 234 153 92
Net weight/unit (kg) 4.0 5.0 5.0

Identification Imprint: GRICAST 11 / Ni-CI Tip colour: black

Liability: All information in this data sheet is based on the best available knowledge, is subject to change
without notice and can only be considered as suitable for general guidance.
Fumes: Consult information on Welding Safety Sheet, available upon request
MDS GRICAST 11 4

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 GRICAST 11
Materials to be welded
Steel grades DIN 1691 DIN 1692 DIN 1693

For welding and repair GG10 GTS-35-10 GGG-40

GG15 GTS-45-06 GGG-50
GG20 GTS-55-4 GGG-60
GG25 GTW-35-04
GG30 GTW-40-05
GG35 GTW-45-07
GTW-S-38-12

Calculation data
Sizes Current Current Arc time Energy Dep.rate Weight/ Electrodes/ kg Electrodes/
Diam.x length range type - per electrode at max. current - 1000 pcs kg weldmetal kg weldmetal

(mm) (A) (s)* E(kJ) H(kg/h) (kg) B 1/N

2.5 x 300 50 - 100 DC- 176 268 0.24 19.1 84 1.61
3.2 x 350 70 - 130 DC- 145 303 0.48 32.6 52 1.52
4.0 x 400 90 - 150 DC- 262 647 0.55 56.7 25 1.41

* stub end = 35mm

Welding parameters, optimum fill passes

Welding position: 1G 2F 2G 3G 4G
Diameter (mm) Current (A) up
2.5 70 70 70 70 70
3.2 100 100 100 80 80
4.0 120 120 120 110 110

Remarks Application advice

- Residual stresses are decreased by peening after
each layer
- Cold welding, interpass temperature (Ti<100°C)
- Heavy parts preheat (to max. 300°C)

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 GRICAST 3
Classification
AWS A5.15-90 : E NiFe CI
ISO 1071-01 : E NiFe-CI 1

General description
Basic graphite coated stick electrode with nickel iron core for cold welding of cast iron,
malleable cast iron and joint welding to steel.
Specially developed for good peen- and machinable seams e.g. for thick joints.
In order to introduce as little heat into the work piece as possible, it is advisable to weld with
DC positive.

Welding positions Current type

AC/DC electr. +
142573
ISO/ASME PA/1G PB/2F PC/2G PF/3G up PG/3G down PE/4G
Approvals
UDT
+

Chemical composition (w%), typical, all weld metal

C Fe Ni
0.6 40 balance
Mechanical properties, all weld metal
Condition 0.2% Proof strength Tensile strength Elongation Hardness
(N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) HB10
As welded
Required AWS A5.15-90 296-434 400-579 6-18 165-218
ISO 1071-01 290 420 10
Typical values 300 460 10 180

Packaging, available sizes and identification

Diameter (mm) 2.5 3.2 4.0
Length (mm) 300 300 350
Unit: Box
Pieces / unit 252 153 113
Net weight/unit (kg) 4.0 4.0 4.9

Identification Imprint: GRICAST 3 / NiFe-CI Tip colour: black

Liability: All information in this data sheet is based on the best available knowledge, is subject to change
without notice and can only be considered as suitable for general guidance.
Fumes: Consult information on Welding Safety Sheet, available upon request
MDS GRICAST 3 4

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 GRICAST 3
Materials to be welded

Steel grades DIN 1691 DIN 1692 DIN 1693

For welding GG-10 GTS-35 GGG-40

and repair GG-15 GTS-45 GGG-50
GG-20 GTS-55 GGG-60
GG-25 GTW-35 GGG-70
GG-30 GTW-40 GGG-80
GG-35 GTW-45
GG-40 GTW-S-38

Calculation data
Sizes Current Current Arc time Energy Dep.rate Weight/ Electrodes/ kg Electrodes/
Diam.x length range type - per electrode at max. current - 1000 pcs kg weldmetal kg weldmetal

(mm) (A) (s)* E(kJ) H(kg/h) (kg) B 1/N

2.5 x 300 50 - 70 AC 58 106 0.76 15.9 82 1.3
3.2 x 300 70 - 90 AC 69 161 1.24 30.8 42 1.3
3.2 x 350 70 - 90
4.0 x 350 100 - 120 AC 75 234 1.78 46.2 27 1.2
4.0 x 400 100 - 120

* stub end = 35 mm

Welding parameters, optimum fill passes

Welding position: 1G 2F 2G 3G
Diameter (mm) Current (A) up
2.5 60 60 60 60
3.2 80 80 80 75
4.0 110 110 110 105

Remarks Application advice

Welding of short beads is recommendable.
Peening (with a ball hammer) immediately after welding
eliminates shrinkage stresses.
Perlitic cast iron often needs a 200°C preheating.

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 GRICAST 31
Classification
AWS A5.15-90 : E NiFe-CI
ISO 1071-01 : E NiFe-CI 1

General description
Electrode for repair welding of cast iron, malleable cast iron and cast iron to steel
The nickel-iron weld deposit is easily machineable
Particularly applicable for nodular cast iron
Hardness weld deposit ~180 HB
Excellent current carrying capacity cause bi-metal core wire
Welding on AC and DC-polarity
Best choice welding DC electrode-

Welding positions Current type

14258367
AC/DC electr. -

ISO/ASME PA/1G PB/2F PC/2G PF/3G up PG/3G down PE/4G PF/5G up PG/5G down
Approvals
UDT
+

Chemical composition (w%), typical, all weld metal

C Fe Ni
0.7 45 balance
Mechanical properties, all weld metal
Condition 0.2% Proof strength Tensile strength Elongation Hardness
(N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) HB10
As welded
Required AWS A5.15-90 296-434 400-579 6-18 165-218
ISO 1071-01 290 420 10
Typical values 300 460 12 180

Packaging, available sizes and identification

Diameter (mm) 2.5 3.2 4.0
Length (mm) 300 350 400
Unit: Box
Pieces / unit 230 158 103
Net weight/unit (kg) 3.8 4.8 5.4

Identification Imprint: GRICAST 31 / NiFe-CI Tip colour: red

Liability: All information in this data sheet is based on the best available knowledge, is subject to change
without notice and can only be considered as suitable for general guidance.
Fumes: Consult information on Welding Safety Sheet, available upon request
MDS GRICAST 31 3

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 GRICAST 31
Materials to be welded
Steel grades DIN 1691 DIN 1692 DIN 1693

For welding and repair GG10 GTS-35-10 GGG-40

GG15 GTS-45-06 GGG-50
GG20 GTS-55-4 GGG-60
GG25 GTW-35-04
GG30 GTW-40-05
GG35 GTW-45-07
GTW-S-38-12

Calculation data
Sizes Current Current Arc time Energy Dep.rate Weight/ Electrodes/ kg Electrodes/
Diam.x length range type - per electrode at max. current - 1000 pcs kg weldmetal kg weldmetal

(mm) (A) (s)* E(kJ) H(kg/h) (kg) B 1/N

2.5 x 300 70-100 DC- 124 211 0.32 19.1 91 1.72
3.2 x 350 90-150 DC- 123 328 0.62 29.4 47 1.37
4.0 x 400 100-180 DC- 168 714 0.74 55.7 30 1.45

* stub end = 35mm

Welding parameters, optimum fill passes

Welding position: 1G 2F 2G 3G 4G
Diameter (mm) Current (A) up
2.5 80 80 80 80 80
3.2 110 110 110 110 110
4.0 150 160 160 150 150

Remarks Application advice

- Residual stresses are decreased by peening after
each layer
- Cold welding, interpass temperature(Ti<100°C)
- Heavy parts preheat (to max. 300°C)

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 GRICAST 62
Classification
AWS A5.15-90 : E NiFe-CI*
ISO 1071-01 : E NiFe-2-1
*deviations see remarks

General description
Basic graphite coated stick electrode with nickel iron core for welding and repair welding
spheroidal cast iron.
Welding unalloyed steel to spheroidal cast iron.
Electrode with NiFe-BIMETAL core; welding DC+ gives lowest dillution of base material.

Welding positions Current type

142583
AC/DC electr. +

ISO/ASME PA/1G PB/2F PC/2G PF/3G up PG/3G down PE/4G

Approvals
UDT
+

Chemical composition (w%), typical, all weld metal

C Mn Si S Ni Fe
1.0 3.7 0.5 0.02 55 bal.
Mechanical properties, all weld metal
Condition 0.2% Proof strength Tensile strength Elongation Hardness
(N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) HB10-3000
As welded
Required AWS A5.15-90 296-434 400-579 6-18 165-218
ISO 1071-01 290 10
Typical values 320 480 20 200

Packaging, available sizes and identification

Diameter (mm) 2.5 3.2 4.0
Length (mm) 300 350 400
Unit: Box
Pieces / unit 220 143 93
Net weight/unit (kg) 3.6 4.5 5.0

Identification Imprint: GRICAST 62 / NiFe-CI Tip colour: yellow

Liability: All information in this data sheet is based on the best available knowledge, is subject to change
without notice and can only be considered as suitable for general guidance.
Fumes: Consult information on Welding Safety Sheet, available upon request
MDS GRICAST 62 4

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 GRICAST 62
Materials to be welded
Spheroidal cast iron.
Unalloyed steel to spheroidal cast iron.
Production welding, after preheating 350°C, of heavy castings out of ferritic cast iron with spheroidal
graphite.
Even critical repairs at "old" cast iron with increased S+P contents are possible by cold-welding.

Calculation data
Sizes Current Current Arc time Energy Dep.rate Weight/ Electrodes/ kg Electrodes/
Diam.x length range type - per electrode at max. current - 1000 pcs kg weldmetal kg weldmetal

(mm) (A) (s)* E(kJ) H(kg/h) (kg) B 1/N

2.5 x 300 70 - 100
3.2 x 350 90 - 150
4.0 x 400 100 - 180

Welding parameters, optimum fill passes

Welding position:
Diameter (mm) Current (A)
2.5
3.2
4.0

Remarks Application advice

* Mn 3.7%; AWS: max. 2.5% Due to the BIMETAL core, electrodes can be welded
without interruption because of higher electrical
conductivity.

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 GRICAST 6
Classification
AWS 5.15-90 : E Ni Cu-B
ISO 1071-01 : E NiCu-B 1

General description
Basic graphite coated electrode with nickel copper core for welding and repair welding
lamellar and spheroidal cast iron.
Suitable for filler and top layers. Less suitable for buffer layers, use here Gricast 1.
Short-bead-welding is recommended.
Main application field is filling up of casting defects, because of a better colour match
with the base material.

Welding positions Current type

14257 3
AC/DC electr. +

ISO/ASME PA/1G PB/2F PC/2G PF/3G up PG/3G down PE/4G

Approvals
UDT
+
Chemical composition (w%), typical, all weld metal
C Mn Si Ni Cu Fe
0.5 1.0 0.07 bal. 30 3.5
Mechanical properties, all weld metal
Condition 0.2% Proof strength Tensile strength Elongation Hardness
(N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) HB10/3000
As welded
Required AWS A5.15-90 not required
ISO 1071-01 190 300 15
Typical values 250 450 15 150

Packaging, available sizes and identification

Diameter (mm) 2.5 3.2 4.0
Length (mm) 300 350 400
Unit: Box
Pieces / unit 225 135 88
Net weight/unit (kg) 3.8 4.5 5.0

Identification Imprint: GRICAST 6 / Ni Cu-B Tip colour: black

Liability: All information in this data sheet is based on the best available knowledge, is subject to change
without notice and can only be considered as suitable for general guidance.
Fumes: Consult information on Welding Safety Sheet, available upon request
MDS GRICAST 6 4

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 GRICAST 6
Materials to be welded
Lamellar cast iron.
Spheroidal cast iron.

Calculation data
Sizes Current Current Arc time Energy Dep.rate Weight/ Electrodes/ kg Electrodes/
Diam.x length range type - per electrode at max. current - 1000 pcs kg weldmetal kg weldmetal

(mm) (A) (s)* E(kJ) H(kg/h) (kg) B 1/N

2.5 x 300 50 - 90
3.2 x 350 70 - 120
4.0 x 400 100 - 140

Welding parameters, optimum fill passes

Welding position:
Diameter (mm) Current (A)

2.5
3.2
4.0

Remarks

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