Metrode Met-Hard-1050 description: This electrode gives a high alloy complex chromium carbide deposit to produce very high hardness, resistance to extreme abrasion and thermal stability up to 600°C, coupled with reasonable corrosion resistance. The deposit is not machinable but can be ground if necessary. Used for equipment in contact with hot metal, slag and hot gases at temperatures in excess of 600°C. For applications requiring high resistance to thermal shock one of the cobalt based Cobstel types should be considered. For ambient temperature applications Methard 850 or 950 (E-55) are more economic alternatives. Used for surfacing slag crushers, ore processors, furnace guides, rollers and moulds, in the steel, ceramic, cement, pottery and glass industries.