Hardfacing
FERVEO HRF 63
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AWS class
E10-UM-60 GRZ (~E FeCr-A8)
EN ISO class
E Z Fe 14
Hardness
56–59 HRC
Classification
| AWS class | E10-UM-60 GRZ (~E FeCr-A8) |
|---|---|
| EN ISO class | E Z Fe 14 |
| DIN 8555 / EN 14700 | E6-UM-60 |
Purpose
- Highest-alloy chromium hardfacing electrode (EN ISO E Z Fe14, AWS ~E FeCr-A8), 60–64 HRC — maximum resistance to extreme mineral abrasion, in high-efficiency stringer beads.
Why it works
The highest chromium content in the FERVEO HRF 60/62/63 trio (34%) together with high carbon gives the densest chromium-carbide network — the hardest, most abrasion-resistant deposit in the group, laid down as high-efficiency stringer beads (≈220% efficiency).
Fields of application
- High-efficiency stringer beads on earth-moving equipment, cement plants, and brick manufacturing, under extreme mineral abrasion.
Chemical composition
| Element | Typical, % |
|---|---|
| C | 0.55 |
| Cr | 6.8 |
| Mn | 1.35 |
| Mo | 1.2 |
| Nb | 0.6 |
| Si | 0.75 |
Mechanical properties
| Hardness | 56–59 HRC |
|---|
Process
| Polarity | DC+ |
|---|---|
| Re-drying | 300°C / 2h |
Sizes and part numbers
| Ø | Length | Current | Request |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2 mm | 350 mm | 100–140 A | |
| 4 mm | 450 mm | 140–180 A | |
| 5 mm | 450 mm | 180–230 A |
Cross-reference
| Replaces EH 515 (Magmaweld) | Direct replacement |
| Replaces AS SD-ABRA Nb (Askaynak) | Direct replacement |
| Replaces Stoody CTS (Stoody) | Direct replacement |
| Replaces Stoody 2134 (Stoody) | Direct replacement |
| Replaces Stoody SuperChrome (Stoody) | Direct replacement |
| Replaces Stoody Super 20 (Stoody) | Direct replacement |
| Replaces Stoody 45 (Stoody) | Direct replacement |
Equivalence refers to the classification (AWS / EN ISO), not to product identity. In applications with a qualified procedure (WPS), validate the substitution before use.
Advantages
- The highest abrasion resistance in the FERVEO HRF 60/62/63 trio.
- High deposition efficiency (≈220%) — more weld metal per electrode than a conventional rod.
Limitations
- Unlike FERVEO HRF 600/650, do not apply more than two filling passes with this electrode, and do not hammer or water-cool the hot bead — those techniques are for HRF 600/650, not for this harder family.
- More brittle under impact — not suited to impact-loaded parts; tougher options like FERVEO HRF 600 perform better there.