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8516.0555S - Josef S210 1.6mm Maintenance Welding Rod for Dirty Steel (10kg)

Packaging: 2.5kg tube
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OVERVIEW

The Ultimate Repair Rod for Imperfect Surfaces

When you are out in the field or dealing with emergency repairs, you don't always have the luxury of grinding metal down to a shiny, clean surface. That is where the Josef S210 1.6mm Stick Electrode shines. Specifically engineered for maintenance and repair operations (MRO), this electrode is designed to burn through rust, scale, paint, and dirt, allowing you to make a solid bond without extensive prep work.

The S210 is often referred to as a "problem solver" in the welding arsenal. Its 1.6mm diameter is particularly useful for thin-gauge materials often found in auto body repair, ductwork, or light fabrication where larger rods would burn through. Whether you are fixing agricultural equipment, repairing gates, or patching up machinery, the S210 offers a forgiving arc that helps bridge gaps and handles poor fit-up with ease.

Packaged in a bulk 10kg box, this product ensures you have an ample supply for ongoing maintenance projects. It operates in all positions, meaning you can weld vertical-up, vertical-down, or overhead without changing rods. If you need a reliable, easy-to-run electrode that isn't picky about the cleanliness of the steel, the Josef S210 is the professional choice for getting the job done quickly.

Additional Information
Packaging Description:2.5kg tube
Weld Process:Electrode
Grade:Steel
Packaging:10kg-box, 5kg tube
Brand:Josef
Diameter:1.6mm
Position:All Position
Polarity:DC+ / AC
Rod Type:Maintenance Electrode, Stick
Applications:Maintenance & Repair, Painted Metal, Rusty Steel, Scaly Steel
Current Type:AC, DC
Packaging Type:Box
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Rod Type:Stick, Maintenance Electrode
Applications:Rusty Steel, Scaly Steel, Painted Metal, Maintenance Repair
Current Type:AC, DC
Diameter:1.6mm
Packaging Type:Box
brand:josef
diameter:1-6mm
position:all-position
weld-process:electrode
packaging:10kg-box
grade:steel

INCLUDED

  • 10kg Box of Josef S210 1.6mm Stick Electrodes

APPLICATIONS

  • Repairing rusty agricultural equipment and farm machinery
  • Welding painted or galvanized fencing and gates
  • Maintenance of structural steel with mill scale
  • Thin gauge sheet metal repair (auto body, ducting)
  • General purpose maintenance where surface cleaning is difficult

FAQ

The Josef S210 is best used for maintenance and repair welding on steel that is rusty, scaly, dirty, or painted, where surface preparation is difficult.

Yes, the 1.6mm diameter is specifically designed for welding thin gauge metals and sheet metal without burning through.

The S210 is typically designed to operate on both AC and DC currents, making it compatible with most stick welding machines, including buzz boxes.

While cleaning is always recommended for the best results, the S210 is formulated to burn through moderate rust and scale, allowing you to weld directly on imperfect surfaces.

This is an all-position electrode, meaning it can be used for flat, horizontal, vertical (up and down), and overhead welding.

This specific SKU comes in a 10kg box.

No, this is likely a rutile or cellulosic based electrode designed for maintenance on dirty steel, rather than a low-hydrogen code quality rod like E7018.