Metrode Work-Hard-13MN description: This electrode deposits a fairly soft ductile weld metal which rapidly work hardens under heavy impact and battering to become wear and abrasion resistant. The parent steel, developed by Hadfield in 1883, is the oldest alloy steel and its resistance to gouging abrasion is exceptional and unique. Used for the reclamation, surfacing and joining of 13%Mn steel. Applications include dredger, bucket and grab tips; hammers and rolls in crushing plants; various equipment in quarries and other mineral extraction industries. Also used for rail track points, crossings and frogs; and prison bars.