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ER938.062X36 - D2 Tool Steel TIG Welding Rod - 1/16" Hardfacing Filler

Packaging: 10 lb tube
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OVERVIEW

Premium D2 Tool Steel TIG Rods for Hardfacing and Repair

The D2 Tool Steel Metal-Cored TIG Rod is a specialized welding consumable designed for the maintenance and repair of high-carbon, high-chromium cold work tool steels. Supplied in a convenient 10lb tube, these 1/16" (1.6mm) rods are engineered to match the chemical and mechanical properties of AISI D2 tool steel. Unlike standard solid wires, the metal-cored design of this rod allows for a rich alloy content that might otherwise be too brittle to draw into a solid wire, ensuring that your weld deposits have the exact hardness and wear resistance required for industrial tooling applications.

Industrial maintenance teams and tool and die shops rely on this filler metal to extend the life of expensive machinery components. The rod deposits an air-hardening steel that offers exceptional resistance to abrasion and high compressive strength. It is specifically formulated to repair chipped or worn edges on dies, punches, and shear blades without compromising the integrity of the base tool. The 1/16" diameter is particularly useful for fine detail work where heat input must be strictly controlled to prevent distortion or cracking of the sensitive base material.

When you choose this product from Josef Gas, you are getting a professional-grade hardfacing solution. The rods are packaged in a durable, moisture-resistant tube to ensure they remain clean and oxidation-free until use. Whether you are building up a worn surface or repairing a fractured cutting edge, these D2 rods provide a dense, porosity-free weld deposit that can be ground to a sharp, durable edge. This product is an essential inventory item for any shop dealing with stamping, shearing, or forming operations.

Key Benefits for Maintenance

  • Extended Tool Life: Restores worn surfaces to original hardness, reducing the need for expensive part replacements.
  • Precise Alloy Match: Formulated to blend seamlessly with D2 base metals, ensuring consistent heat treatment responses.
  • Versatile Application: Suitable for a wide range of cold work applications including blanking dies, thread rolling dies, and slitting cutters.
Additional Information
Packaging Description:10 lb tube
Weld Process:TIG
Grade:Hardfacing, Steel
Packaging:10lb tube
Brand:Generic
Diameter:1.6mm, 1/16" (1.6mm)
Position:n/a
Polarity:DC+
Material Composition:D2 Tool Steel
Rod Type:Metal-Cored TIG Rod
Hardness:55-60 HRC (As Welded)
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Material Composition:D2 Tool Steel
Rod Type:Metal-Cored TIG Rod
Diameter:1/16" (1.6mm)
Hardness:55-60 HRC (As Welded)
Shielding Gas:100% Argon
brand:Josef
diameter:1.6mm
packaging:10lb tube
grade:Hardfacing, Steel
weld-process:TIG

INCLUDED

  • 10 lb Tube of D2 Tool Steel Metal-Cored TIG Rods (1/16" Diameter)
  • Plastic storage tube with resealable cap
  • Identification label with heat number

APPLICATIONS

  • Repairing chipped or worn D2 tool steel dies
  • Rebuilding shear blades and slitting knives
  • Hardfacing punches and forming tools
  • Restoring edges on blanking dies
  • Maintenance of thread rolling dies
  • General hardfacing of components requiring high abrasion resistance

FAQ

You should use 100% Argon shielding gas. This ensures a clean, stable arc and prevents oxidation of the high-chromium weld pool.

Yes, D2 tool steel is very sensitive to thermal shock. It is highly recommended to preheat the part to between 800°F and 1000°F (425°C - 540°C) before welding to prevent cracking.

The as-welded hardness is typically between 55 and 60 HRC. This can vary slightly based on the cooling rate and dilution with the base metal.

Due to its high hardness (55-60 HRC), the weld deposit is generally not machineable with standard tooling. It must be finished by grinding.

High-carbon, high-chrome alloys like D2 are very brittle and difficult to draw into solid wire. Manufacturing them as a metal-cored rod (a tube filled with alloy powder) allows for the correct chemistry to be produced in a rod form suitable for TIG welding.

Slow cooling is essential. For critical applications, a post-weld tempering cycle may be used to relieve stresses and achieve the desired balance of hardness and toughness.

The exact count varies by length, but a 10lb tube of 1/16" steel rods typically contains several hundred rods, providing ample supply for extensive repair work.

Yes, it can be used on other cold work tool steels (like A2) or for hardfacing mild steel where a high-wear surface is needed, though proper buffer layers may be required on mild steel to prevent cracking.

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