Hardfacing with S-7 drill rod

[OlderToday]

Has anyone here tried using TIG with S-7 (high shock) drill rod as a filler to hardface FEL buckets, BH teeth, etc.? I've read elsewhere on the web where someone used S-7 drill rod on an anvil and wondered if it would work for our stuff. Is there something better for hardfacing when using TIG?

 

[Skyco]

I'm certainly no TIG expert but-
There are TIG fillers specifically made for hardfacing, why would you use something else unless it is cost....I have no idea what either costs.

1/8" UTP® A7560 30/40 Alloy 59 Hard Facing TIG Rod 10# - Airgas.com

 

[OlderToday]

Skyco, you're correct, it's mostly just a cost and waste thing; I was thinking I just don't need (a minimum order of) 10 pounds of big $$$ filler if I can get away with five pieces of 1/16" x36" drill rod for $15. I'm not looking to make the BH teeth on my BX24 last forever, but just make them last a bit longer by spending an hour or so after sundown behind my TIG torch, something I must say that I rather enjoy. I bet for the cost of 10# of that stuff, I could replace my BH teeth four or five times. However, I think I will check into the cost of that stuff....you just never know. Thanks!

 

[dfkrug]

Skyco, you're correct, it's mostly just a cost and waste thing...

I have never used hardfacing rod, though I have seen it for sale for a
stick welder, and they are pricey. Why not take an old dull drill bit and
try it with your TIG setup? If it works, you answered your question. Either
way, we will all have learned something.