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    77 Cast Iron Electrode Instructions

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    Begin by beveling the joint and drilling holes to prevent cracking. Tack weld for alignment and use AC or DC reverse polarity at 50-110 amps depending on electrode size. Make short overlapping passes, peening each one before cooling to remove slag. Continue back whipping until deposits are connected and let cool naturally.

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    77 Cast Iron Electrode Instructions

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    Begin by beveling the joint and drilling holes to prevent cracking. Tack weld for alignment and use AC or DC reverse polarity at 50-110 amps depending on electrode size. Make short overlapping passes, peening each one before cooling to remove slag. Continue back whipping until deposits are connected and let cool naturally.

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    Begin by beveling the joint and drilling holes to prevent cracking. Tack weld for alignment and use AC or DC reverse polarity at 50-110 amps depending on electrode size. Make short overlapping passes, peening each one before cooling to remove slag. Continue back whipping until deposits are connected and let cool naturally.

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    77 Cast Iron Electrode Instructions

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    Begin by beveling the joint and drilling holes to prevent cracking. Tack weld for alignment and use AC or DC reverse polarity at 50-110 amps depending on electrode size. Make short overlapping passes, peening each one before cooling to remove slag. Continue back whipping until deposits are connected and let cool naturally.

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    77 Cast Iron Electrode Instructions

    Begin by beveling the joint. Drill holes 1/2 from each end of the crack to prevent
    further cracking while welding. Tack weld to retain alignment. Use AC or DC
    reverse polarity, electrode positive. (50-70 amps for 3/32, 60-110 amps for 1/8
    rods, 90-140 amps for 5/32 rods) Maintain a short arc and make short passes and
    peen each pass promptly to chip off slag before cooling. Continue back whipping
    and overlapping until all deposits are connected. Cool naturally.

    Tips
    • For best results clean and bevel the cast iron before welding. Remove all
    surface oil and grease along with rust, paint, etc. A bright shiny surface by
    grinding or sanding disk is optimal for the best penetration.
    • Never cool the cast iron with water.
    • Welding with wind blowing on your cast is not advised.
    • Soaking electrodes in water will help remove the coating for TIG welding.
    TIG welders usually use 3/32" or for thinner cast or 1/8" rods for heavier
    sections.
    • Never weld more than 2 inches at a time and allow cast to cool for 2
    minutes between passes. For some cast irons you may only want to weld an
    inch or less and let cool 1 minute between passes.
    • Our electrodes work best when used on clean, un-welded surfaces, if using
    over an existing weld thoroughly remove existing weld.
    • Try not to heat or preheat the cast iron excessively. Cast iron welds are
    susceptible to cracking from rapid hot to cool descending temperatures.
    • If the rod is not penetrating check the ground, amperage, and machine
    settings.
    • Low and slow is the key to a sound cast iron weld.
    • You can use a mild steel patch over large holes, the 77 and 72 will weld the
    steel to the cast iron.
    • Many welders use the 3/32 rods to keep the heat lower.
    • TIG welders usually will work with the 3/32 size rods
    • Gently pre-heat the cast iron if possible, no need to get it red hot but it will
    lay flatter when you first start your bead and preheating removes moisture
    out of the cast to prevent pinholes and porosity.
    • If the rod undercuts, turn your amperage down.
    • If the rod looks ropey or doesn't penetrate, turn your amperage up.
    • Remove any JB Weld or previous rod before welding with MuggyWeld
    products.
    • Be aware of any engine sealants before welding as it may contaminate the
    weld.
    • Drill holes at the end of any cracks to stop propagation.
    • If machining is necessary after, use the 77 electrode.
    • If anchoring in to burnt cast iron, use the 72 electrode first, then follow with
    the 77 electrode for crack resistance and machineability.

    Please visit http://www.aws.org/technical/facts/ prior to using Muggy Weld


    products, and adhere to all AWS welding safety guidelines. Further product
    safety information is available at http://muggyweld.com/safety-guidelines.

    Muggy Weld LLC shall not be liable for any loss, injury, claim, liability, or
    damage of any kind resulting in any way from (a) your use of Muggy Weld
    products, (b) any errors in or omissions from these instructions.

    BY OFFERING FOR SALE WELDING ALLOYS THROUGH ITS WEBSITE, MUGGY WELD LLC
    DOES NOT REPRESENT OR WARRANT THAT WELDING IS WITHOUT RISK, AND IS NOT
    LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OR LOSSES THAT MAY RESULT FROM PARTICIPATION IN SUCH
    ACTIVITIES.

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