DC Copper Coated Hollow Carbon Gouging Rods For Metal Removal Description:
The DC Copper-Coated Hollow Carbon Gouging Rods are premium-grade arc gouging electrodes specifically engineered for air carbon arc gouging, metal removal, weld defect repair, groove preparation, and cutting applications. Manufactured from high-purity graphite carbon materials with a durable copper coating, these gouging carbon rods provide outstanding electrical conductivity, stable arc performance, and high metal removal efficiency.
The unique hollow carbon electrode design improves airflow during operation, resulting in more effective slag removal, deeper gouging penetration, and smoother groove formation. These arc gouging carbons are ideal for removing defective welds, preparing welding joints, back gouging, casting cleanup, and heavy-duty metal processing operations.
The DC Blasting Gouging Carbon Rods are suitable for use on carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steel, cast iron, and other ferrous metals. They are widely used in shipbuilding, steel structure fabrication, bridge construction, pressure vessel manufacturing, foundry maintenance, heavy equipment repair, and industrial fabrication workshops.
Featuring low consumption, excellent arc stability, high conductivity, and superior gouging performance, these copper-coated graphite gouging rods are the preferred choice for professional welders and industrial metal fabrication companies worldwide.
DC Copper Coated Hollow Carbon Gouging Rods Specification:
| Dia. X Lenght (mm) | Current Range |
| 4×305(355) | 150-200A |
| 5×305(355) | 200-250A |
| 6×305(355) | 300-350A |
| 6.5×305(355) | 320-370A |
| 7×355 | 350-400A |
| 8×305(355,400,510) | 400-450A |
| 9×305(355) | 450-500A |
| 10×305(355, 400,455,510) | 500-550A |
| 11×305(355) | 600-650A |
| 12×305(355) | 750-850A |
| 13×305(355, 430,455,510) | 800-1000A |
| 16×305(355, 455,510) | 1000-1200A |
| 19×305(355, 455,510) | 1200-1400A |
| 25×355(430) | 1400-1600A |
| Picture | Gouging Carbon Rods Type |
 | D.C. Hollow Gouging Carbon Rod |
 | D.C. Half Round Gouging Carbon Rod |
 | D.C. Rectangular Gouging Carbon Rod |
 | D.C. Pointed Round Gouging Carbon Rod |
 | D.C. Jointed Gouging Carbon Rod |
DC Copper-Coated Blasting Gouging Carbon Rods Application:
Use for cutting, welding defects removal, making holes, welding inspection, and removing over-welded parts
- Gouging, Cutting, Piercing, and Flushing
- Removing old welds
- Cleaning & repairing castings
- Rough machining
- Creating U-grooves for weld joints
- Gouging out cracks
- Removing hard surface metal
- All types of metal removal
| Typical Electrode Diameter | Current “A” Settings |
| 4.8mm – 3/16″ | 250 |
| 6.4mm – 1/4″ | 275 |
| 7.9mm – 5/16″ | 350 |
| 9.5mm – 3/8″ | 425 |
| 12.7mm – 1/2″ | 550 |
Amperage Required:
Depends on the electrode diameter; an electrode is usually selected to make grooves or cuts slightly larger than its diameter.
Rod Selection Facts:
Arc Current: rod dia. mm x (40-50)
Width of Groove: rod dia. x 1.4
Depth of Groove: rod dia. x 0.7
About ALAND WELDING:
Founded in 2012, BEIJING ALAND WELDING is a professional manufacturer and global supplier of advanced welding equipment and solutions.
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