{"product_id":"harris-nic-l-weld-59-nickel-stick-smaw-welding-rod-5-32in-10-lb-pack-nlw5970","title":"Harris Nic-L-Weld 59 Nickel Stick SMAW Welding Rod 5\/32in 10 lb Pack - NLW5970","description":"\u003c!-- PER-161 Template A child body | SKU NLW5970 | bulk render --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"child-pdp-intro\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003eLincoln Nic-L-Weld 55 Nickel Alloy in \u003cstrong\u003e5\/32 in x 14 in\u003c\/strong\u003e, packaged as a \u003cstrong\u003e10 lb container\u003c\/strong\u003e for the applications described on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/weldingmart.com\/products\/lincoln-nic-l-weld-55-nickel-alloy-stick-smaw-welding-rod\"\u003eLincoln Nic-L-Weld 55 Nickel Alloy family page\u003c\/a\u003e. Same AWS A5.15 ENiFe-CI classification as every other size in this product line, packaged in this format for shop and field crews running this diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"child-pdp-this-variant\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eThis package at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"variant-spec-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer SKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNLW5970\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDiameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\/32 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePackage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb container\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApprox. rods per package\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~32 rods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended amperage (this diameter)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90-160 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAWS classification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAWS A5.15 ENiFe-CI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"child-pdp-buy-confidence\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy buy this from WeldingMart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand-authorized distributor\u003c\/strong\u003e - factory-fresh stock, full warranty pass-through\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStocked in our US warehouse; ships within 1 business day\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame AWS A5.15 ENiFe-CI classification as every other size in the Lincoln Nic-L-Weld 55 Nickel Alloy line\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e30-day returns on unopened cartons\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"child-pdp-grade-summary\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAbout Lincoln Nic-L-Weld 55 Nickel Alloy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eENiFe-CI is an AWS A5.15 nickel-iron SMAW electrode (~55% Ni \/ Fe balance) for welding gray, ductile, and malleable cast iron, especially on heavier sections and ductile iron where higher weld-metal strength is needed. The Fe-balanced chemistry reduces cost vs pure-nickel ENi-CI while maintaining machinability and crack resistance. Runs DC- or AC in all positions; low amperage, short stringer beads, and peening are standard practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/weldingmart.com\/products\/lincoln-nic-l-weld-55-nickel-alloy-stick-smaw-welding-rod\"\u003eSee all sizes of Lincoln Nic-L-Weld 55 Nickel Alloy family\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"child-pdp-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eQuestions about this package\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this the same electrode as the parent Lincoln Nic-L-Weld 55 Nickel Alloy grade, just in a different package?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. SKU NLW5970 is the same AWS A5.15 ENiFe-CI classification as every other size in the Lincoln Nic-L-Weld 55 Nickel Alloy family. The only difference is diameter (5\/32 in) and package format (10 lb container). Polarity, position, and tensile properties are identical to the parent grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow many rods are in this 10 lb container?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eApproximately ~32 rods. Exact count varies with manufacturing tolerance but a 10 lb container of 5\/32 in Lincoln Nic-L-Weld 55 Nickel Alloy typically contains in this range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the shelf life if I do not use them all?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eSealed containers store indefinitely in a dry environment. Once opened, store in a dry location; nickel cast-iron electrodes are less hydrogen-sensitive than low-hydrogen carbon steel rods but should be kept dry to avoid porosity from moisture in the coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat diameter should I use for common applications?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e5\/32 in is well-suited for flat and horizontal fill on heavier stainless plate. Heavier base metal and higher deposition typically calls for one diameter up; thinner sheet and root passes go one diameter down. See the parent grade page for full diameter-to-amperage guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I mix this size with other diameters on the same job?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, provided your procedure qualification (WPS) covers the diameter range. Many shops use one diameter for root, one for fill, and one for cap. All sizes within Lincoln Nic-L-Weld 55 Nickel Alloy share identical mechanical properties (AWS A5.15 ENiFe-CI) so weld metal chemistry is consistent across passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDo I need to rebake these after the can is opened?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eRefer to the parent grade page and manufacturer data sheet for rebake requirements specific to this electrode classification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes this size require a special holder or stinger?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eUse an electrode holder rated for the amperage range above (90-160 A). Most general-purpose stinger holders (e.g. 300-500 A class) handle 5\/32 in Lincoln Nic-L-Weld 55 Nickel Alloy without issue. For sustained high-amperage runs on larger diameters, a 500 A or higher holder is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this Buy America compliant?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis specific SKU is not the Buy America variant. Lincoln Nic-L-Weld 55 Nickel Alloy may be available in a Buy America compliant version - see the parent grade page for all available compliance variants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Harris","offers":[{"title":"5\/32 in · 10 lb","offer_id":44258824880279,"sku":"NLW5970","price":323.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/7140\/4695\/files\/harris-nic-l-weldtm-59-nickel-welding-rod-59-532-x-10-box-nlw5970-harris-1.jpg?v=1753396984","url":"https:\/\/weldingmart.com\/products\/harris-nic-l-weld-59-nickel-stick-smaw-welding-rod-5-32in-10-lb-pack-nlw5970","provider":"WeldingMart.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}