R45 Welding Rods Blue Demon

R45 is a general purpose, copper coated,
oxy-acetylene gas welding rod used for
welding low carbon steels up to 1/4" thick.
It is a great selection when ductility and
machinability are most important. You do
not need a flux when brazing with this
product. A neutral flame should be used.

Typical Applications
• Steel sheets, plates
• Pipes, castings
• Structural shapes

AWS Specification
ASW A5.2/A5.2M:2007
AWS Classification R45

Typical Wire Chemistry
C 0.08
Mn 0.50
Si 0.10
P 0.035
S 0.040
Cu 0.30
Cr 0.20
Ni 0.30
Mo 0.20
Al 0.02

Typical Mechanical Properties
(As Welded)
Yield Strength, ksi 35
Tensile Strength, ksi 45
Elongation%, min 22

Available Diameters
1/16", 3/32", 1/8" & 5/32"