Gas & Tig Welding Rods

General purpose steel rod for high grade oxy-acetylene welding steel and wrought iron. Widely used for automobile, heating and ventilation industries. No Flux required. Melts at 1490C.

Sifsteel No.11 Copper Coated Mild Steel - BS1453 A1

Aluminium Tig/Gas Welding Rods

Sifalumin No.15 - 5% Silicon
BS 2901 : Part 4 : 1990 4043A. (Tig rods). AWS A/SFA 5-10-88: ER 4043.



Suitable for welding a wide range of cast and wrought aluminium alloys (not magnesium alloys). Particularly suited to Tig welding (with argon shielding gas). Use with aluminium flux for oxy-acetylene welding.

Aluminium Tig/Gas Welding Rods

BS 2901 : Part 2 : 1990 18/8/3 Mo - 316L AWS A/SFA 5-9-93.
Low carbon austenitic filler rod for welding steels of similar composition (19% Cr, 12% Ni, 3% Mo). Use with argon shielding gas or argon/5% hydrogen.

Sifsteel Stainless 316L

Murex Tungsten Electrodes

Murex Tungsten Electrodes are available in three types: Thoriated (1.6mm), Ceriated (1.6 and 2.4mm) or Zirconiated (1.6mm, 2.4mm and 3.2mm). Packs of 10.

2% Thoriated, Colour Coded Red

Designed for DC (Neg) or straight polarity use. Maintain a sharp tip configuration during welding. Suitable for use with steels, nickel alloys and most alloys other than aluminium and magnesium. Not for AC welding.

SWP Drying Ovens

SWP drying ovens - the efficiency of welding electrodes can be seriously impaired if the electrode coating is exposed to a damp environment. Dampness can cause water to be generated in the arc shield, which could adversely effect the running quality of the electrode by promoting excessive spatter and ultimately the quality of the weld by creating porosity and piping. SWP offer you a range of drying ovens to suit many locations and needs.

1122 Dual Voltage 110/240V Portable Drying Oven (100C-300C)

The portable drying oven is designed to operate in rugged site conditions, thermostatically controlled over a temperature range of 100 - 300C.
Voltage: 110/240V (dual).
Load: 300W.
Dimensions (W x D x H):
Internal: 115 x 480 x 115mm.
External: 175 x 610 x 210mm.
Oven capacity: 13.6kg.
Oven weight: 10kg.

2% Thoriated Red Tungsten Electrodes

Most commonly used tungsten electrode. Suitable for both AC and DC welding on carbon, stainless steels, nickel, copper and titanium alloys. Preferred for their longevity and ease of use.

Kennedy 1.6mm 2% Thoriated Red Tungsten Electrodes

2% thoriated tungsten electrodes (AWS classification EWTh-2) contain a minimum of 97.30% tungsten and 1.70 to 2.20% thorium. They are the most commonly used electrodes today and are preferred for their longevity and ease of use. Thorium increases the electron emission qualities of the electrode, which improves arc starts and allows for a higher current carrying capacity. This electrode operates far below its melting temperature, which results in a considerably lower rate of consumption and eliminates arc wandering for greater stability. It also features a lower level of weld contamination than other electrodes. Unlike pure tungsten, these electrodes are only for specialty type AC welding (thin gauge aluminum or materials less than .060-in.), but they are exceptional for DC electrode negative or straight polarity on carbon and stainless steel, nickel and titanium applications.
During manufacturing, thorium is evenly dispersed throughout the electrode. This evenness allows the electrode to maintain a sharpened edge, the ideal electrode shape for welding thin steel. Sharpening the electrode point, however, should be done with great care. Thorium is radioactive; therefore, you must always follow manufactures warnings, instructions and the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) for its use.

Murex All Positional Welding Electrodes

One of the most versatile electrodes available, suitable for Vertical, Overhead and Downhand welding. Available in 2.5, 3.2, 4.0, 5.0 and 6mm.

Vodex 6013

High quality rutile coated, all positional rods. Applications: for steel plate and strip including structural steels and pipe work, especially under site conditions.
N.B. suitable for AC (50V minimum open circuit) and DC plus/minus.

Overcord Z E6013 Rutile Electrode

Oerlikon Overcord Z is a new E6013 rutile MMA electrode, it is designed for all positional welding including vertical up and down (it replaces Supercord). Overcord Z is manufactured with a rutile/cellulosic flux coating, which gives a fast freezing slag to enable vertical down welding. Overcord Z offers easy striking with improved stable operating characteristics resulting in excellent weld bead shape and appearance.

Conforms to:
AWS A5.1-91 - E6013
EN499: 1994 E38 0 RC 11

2% Thoriated Red Tungsten Electrodes

Most commonly used tungsten electrode. Suitable for both AC and DC welding on carbon, stainless steels, nickel, copper and titanium alloys. Preferred for their longevity and ease of use.

Kennedy 2.4mm 2% Thoriated Red Tungsten Electrodes

2% thoriated tungsten electrodes (AWS classification EWTh-2) contain a minimum of 97.30% tungsten and 1.70 to 2.20% thorium. They are the most commonly used electrodes today and are preferred for their longevity and ease of use. Thorium increases the electron emission qualities of the electrode, which improves arc starts and allows for a higher current carrying capacity. This electrode operates far below its melting temperature, which results in a considerably lower rate of consumption and eliminates arc wandering for greater stability. It also features a lower level of weld contamination than other electrodes. Unlike pure tungsten, these electrodes are only for specialty type AC welding (thin gauge aluminum or materials less than .060-in.), but they are exceptional for DC electrode negative or straight polarity on carbon and stainless steel, nickel and titanium applications.
During manufacturing, thorium is evenly dispersed throughout the electrode. This evenness allows the electrode to maintain a sharpened edge, the ideal electrode shape for welding thin steel. Sharpening the electrode point, however, should be done with great care. Thorium is radioactive; therefore, you must always follow manufactures warnings, instructions and the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) for its use.

0.8% Zirconiated White Tungsten Electrodes

Ideal for high precision, exceptional quality AC welding on aluminium alloys as it retains a balled tip and has a high resistance to contamination. The current carrying capability is equal or greater than that of thoriated tungsten. Non-radioactive. Not suitable for DC welding.

Kennedy 1.6mm 0.8% Zirconiated White Tungsten Electrodes

Zirconiated tungsten electrodes (AWS classification EWZr-1) contain a minimum of 99.10% tungsten and .15 to .40% zirconium. A zirconium oxide (zirconia) alloyed tungsten electrode is
preferred for AC welding when the highest quality work is necessary and where even the smallest amounts of weld pool contamination cannot be tolerated. This is accomplished because the zirconium alloyed tungsten produces an extremely stable arc which resists tungsten spitting in the arc. The current carrying capability is equal to or slightly greater than an equal sized cerium, lanthana or thorium alloyed
electrode. Zirconium electrodes are typically used only for
AC welding with a balled end. Not to be used for DC welding.