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Is it possible to weld cast iron?

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Is it possible to weld cast iron?

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Cast iron can be welded with varying degrees of success. Most electrode manufactures produce suitable consumables. Stubbs 8’s are the first to come to mind. From experience for a crack I’d suggest grinding to to leave a root face the same as the rod diameter, local pre-heat with gas flame, lay down deposits of 25mm in length and peen using a chipping hammer with a radiused tip, and continue like this untill the weld is completed. I always found it best doing this as a two man operation. On completion wrap the component in insulation and allow to cool. And cross your fingers!!

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It is possible, but as cast is brittle, the weld will tend to crack as the cast expands.

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