Postalloy® FrogTuff

Ideal for use on manganese steel. Under severe impact, such as hammering or pounding, deposits quickly become tougher and harder. Produces high-strength, non-cracking deposits that are tough, ductile and work-harden rapidly. The high yield strength reduces mushrooming from impact. Postalloy® FrogTuff may be used alone, as a combination build-up and hardfacing alloy, or used as a build-up and cushion prior to overlaying.

Postalloy® FrogTuff is an all-position crack-free electrode for joining or overlaying for high impact. It operates on either AC or DC reverse; the arc is smooth and stable with low spatter loss. Slag removal is easy.

Specifications

Product Type

  • Flux-coated Electrode

Applications

  • Railroad frogs
  • Manganese crossovers

Weld Deposit Properties

Tensile Strength::
125,000psi
Yield Strength::
80,000psi
Elongation::
34%
Work hardens in service to::
45-55Rc
Can be flame-cut
Deposit Thickness:
As required
Machinable:
Poor
Hardness:
15Rc - 22Rc

Welding Parameters

Current Type: DC Electrode Positive , AC

Amps Diameter
80-125 1/8" (3.2mm)
120-150 5/32" (4.0mm)
140-175 3/16" (4.8mm)
150-190 7/32" (5.6mm)

Welding Procedure:

Please consult our Railroad Track Procedures Manual.

Product Equivalent:

Wire: Postalloy® FrogTuff-FCO

Packaging Options

Diameter Standard Packaging
All Plastic Resealable Box: 10lb