Lincoln Electric CeramicElite™ Backing Tape (Cylindrical Profile) is a high-performance ceramic backing solution for single-sided welding, engineered as a modern replacement for traditional copper backing across GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW processes. The rounded ceramic tiles are bonded to an articulated aluminum adhesive tape that flexes to follow your part’s geometry, applies in seconds, and peels away cleanly after welding — helping fabricators achieve a consistent, smooth root profile and stronger first-pass results with less rework.
The cylindrical (round) profile is designed for V-groove and X-groove joints, forming a smooth reinforced underbead across a wide range of groove openings. A red center alignment line helps operators quickly and visibly center the backing over the joint. Rated for use up to 600A, CeramicElite has very low moisture absorption and a high melting point, making it ideal for pipe and circumferential welding, shipbuilding, tanks and pressure vessels, structural fabrication, and hard-to-reach welds where backside access is limited.
Sold by the box in humidity-controlled bags, with box length varying by size. Choose your radius below — available in 1/4 in., 9/32 in., 5/16 in., 3/8 in., 15/32 in., and 19/32 in.
- Cylindrical (round) profile — works for V- and X-grooves in GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW operations
- Rated for up to 600A — very low moisture absorption rate and a high melting point for demanding, high-current welding
- Improved productivity — increases deposit rate and ensures complete joint penetration without turning the workpiece for a back pass
- Easy to use — ceramic on an articulated, adjustable aluminum adhesive tape applies easily to the joint and detaches cleanly after welding
- Six radius options — 1/4, 9/32, 5/16, 3/8, 15/32, and 19/32 in. to match a wide range of groove geometries
- A modern alternative to copper backing for single-sided pipe and plate welding
- Sold by the box and stored in humidity-controlled bags; box length varies by size