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112829452 - Josef OW63 .045 Hardfacing Flux-Core Wire 25lb Spool

Packaging: 11.36kg spool
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OVERVIEW

Industrial Grade Hardfacing Protection

The Josef OW63 .045" Flux-Core Hardfacing Wire is a premium consumable designed for the most demanding industrial environments where severe abrasion destroys standard components. Engineered by Josef, this wire (Model OW63) is formulated to deposit a high-alloy overlay that resists grinding wear, erosion, and scratching. It is particularly effective for surfacing carbon and low-alloy steels, creating a protective barrier that can reach hardness levels of approximately 60-63 HRC. This makes it an essential solution for maintenance and repair operations (MRO) in mining, agriculture, construction, and cement industries.

Packaged in a substantial 11.36kg (25lb) spool, this wire is built for productivity. The flux-cored design ensures good arc stability and deposition efficiency, allowing operators to build up worn surfaces quickly. Whether you are rebuilding crusher hammers, dozer blades, screw conveyors, or chutes, the OW63 alloy provides the longevity required to reduce downtime and replacement costs. Its formulation balances weldability with metallurgical performance, ensuring that the deposited metal bonds securely while providing maximum surface hardness.

Integrating Josef OW63 into your maintenance schedule transforms reactive repairs into proactive asset management. By applying this hardfacing layer before catastrophic wear occurs, facilities can maintain optimal equipment performance and significantly extend the lifecycle of expensive machinery parts.

Additional Information
Packaging Description:11.36kg spool
Weld Process:MIG
Grade:Hardfacing
Packaging:11.36kg spool, 11kg spool
Brand:Josef
Diameter:0.045
Position:All Position
Polarity:DC+
Wire Type:Flux-Cored
Application:Hardfacing, Wear Resistance
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Wire Type:Flux-Cored
Application:Hardfacing, Wear Resistance
Spool Weight:11.36kg, 25lb
Estimated Hardness:60-63 HRC
brand:josef
diameter:0-045
grade:hardfacing
packaging:11-36kg-spool
packaging-description:11-36kg-spool
weld-process:mig

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 11.36kg (25lb) Spool of Josef OW63 .045" Flux-Core Hardfacing Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Earthmoving equipment (dozer blades, bucket teeth)
  • Agricultural machinery (plow shares, tillage tools)
  • Mining and crushing equipment (crusher hammers, rollers)
  • Cement and brick processing (screw conveyors, chutes)
  • Dredging industry components

FAQ

The Josef OW63 wire is designed to produce a deposit with a hardness typically in the range of 60-63 HRC, depending on cooling rates and dilution.

Many flux-cored hardfacing wires are self-shielded (Open Arc), but some formulations perform better with gas. Please refer to the specific spool label for the recommended procedure; however, 'Mig Wire' often implies gas-shielded or dual-shield capability.

No, deposits from OW63 are generally non-machinable due to their high hardness. They can only be finished by grinding.

It is generally recommended to limit hardfacing to 2-3 layers to prevent cracking or spalling. If more buildup is needed, use a buffer layer wire first.

For .045" flux-cored wire, knurled drive rolls are recommended to ensure positive feeding without crushing the wire.

No, this is a hardfacing overlay wire, not a joining wire. It lacks the ductility required for structural welding or crack repair.

Check the spool label, but flux-cored hardfacing wires typically run on DC+ (DCEP) or sometimes DC- (DCEN) depending on if they are gas-shielded or open-arc.