AWS R5183
AWS R5183
Aluminum Magnesium Manganese alloy commonly used for higher strength welding of 5XXX and 6XXX base materials. It’s has higher columnar strength and uses less amperage for the same WFS as 4XXX filler metals.
TIG Welding Rod AWS R5183
KEY FEATURES
• Designed for applications where higher strength is required
• For 5083 and 5456 base materials
WELDING POSITIONS
DIAMETERS / PACKAGING
WIRE COMPOSITION
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
• Marine fabrication and repair
• Cryogenic tanks
• Shipbuilding and other high strength structural
aluminum applications
• Bicycle frames
• Railing industry
• Offshore industry
All, except vertical down
Features
Designed for applications where higher strength is required
For 5083 and 5456 base materials
Excellent corrosion resistance ideal for Ship building and marine applications
SHIELDING GAS
100% Argon
Argon / Helium Mixtures
Flow Rate: 30 - 50 CFH
