Whats everyones take on 4340 VRS 5356 ?
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Whats everyones take on 4340 VRS 5356 ?
I have used both for years mainly 5356 for cast ...
seems like it welds very good on billet or plate or tubing
I have heard its operation temp is low like 150 deg
what are your results ?
seems like it welds very good on billet or plate or tubing
I have heard its operation temp is low like 150 deg
what are your results ?
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Re: Whats everyones take on 4340 VRS 5356 ?
Typo in the title...
4043 is better for cast work as it's silicone content is closer, resisting hot cracking. It also flows better at a slightly lower temp. The best common rod for castings though is 4047.
5356 is not recommended for any remotely high temp services. 4043 is recommended for rads, intercoolers,etc.
5356 will have higher ductility and strength on 6000 series product at room temperature.
It is also the best when anodizing after welding.
If you have 4043 and 5356 on-hand, you can satisfy 99% of regular aluminum welding needs.
4043 is better for cast work as it's silicone content is closer, resisting hot cracking. It also flows better at a slightly lower temp. The best common rod for castings though is 4047.
5356 is not recommended for any remotely high temp services. 4043 is recommended for rads, intercoolers,etc.
5356 will have higher ductility and strength on 6000 series product at room temperature.
It is also the best when anodizing after welding.
If you have 4043 and 5356 on-hand, you can satisfy 99% of regular aluminum welding needs.
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