Engineered Surfaces for Exceptional Performance
Engineered Surfaces for Exceptional Performance

We stock a wide range of Arc Spray and Flame Spray wires used for Metal Spraying. This wire range includes ferrous, non-ferrous and cored wires. Spray wire sizes range between 1.6mm (1/16”) up to 4.8mm (3/16”) and can be supplied on MIG spools, or in some cases in drums up to 250kg (contact us for further information).

The list below details a broad selection of the range of wires available. If however the wire you are searching for is not listed, please contact us with your enquiry as in most cases we will be able to source it for you.

MSSA Spray Wire List & Specifications

More details on each of our wires are available on request.

MATERIAL

DESCRIPTION

NOMINAL COMPOSITION

APPROX.
HARDNESS

05E COPPER

MSSA 05E is an essentially pure copper wire drawn exclusively for arc spraying. Generally used for its electrical and thermal conductivity.

Copper

75 HB, 100 - 115 HB may be obtained under certain
conditions, 161 knoop 100

80/20

MSSA 80/20 is a nickel chrome made exclusively for arc spraying. Coatings produced by this wire will resist corrosive gases and oxidation temperatures of up to 1000°C (1800°F). These coatings have also been used as bond coats under sprayed ceramic coatings.

80% Ni 20% Cr

280 HB, 25 RC

AL-MG 5

Al-Mg 5 is used for corrosion protection of iron and steel.  The combination of zinc and aluminium provides excellent cathodic protection in most environments.

95 Al 5% Mg

 

ALUMINIUM

MSSA Aluminium is an essentially pure aluminium wire manufactured exclusively for arc spraying.  It produces coatings that are resistant to atmospheric, chemical and high temperature corrosion, as well as having good electrical and heat conductivity.

Aluminium

55 Knoop 100, 25-30 HB

BABBIT

MSSA Babbit is a special high grade tin based (lead free) babbit wire made exclusively for arc spraying. It is particularly suitable for high speed, heavy-duty bearings.

Sn, Antimony, Cu Alloy

58 Rh

CHROMEX 6

Chromex 6 is a nickel based material that has proven to exhibit better resistance to sulphuric acid than Monel. In addition Chromex 6, due to its molybdenum composite structure, has good resistance to hydrochloric acid, particularly strong concentrations.

It has proven to be effective in a broad range of acidic and chloride environments. In high temperature applications, the coating sealed with a high temperature sealer such as Furan, should also be considered for use up to 600° C.

**PROPRIETORY **

92 Rb

CHROMEX 20 

Chromex 20 is a specially formulated wire that produces excellent self-bonding characteristics.

Chromex 20 is recommended where a one step coating is required for a very thin or feather edge coating. This low shrink material also allows heavy deposits to be applied with superior machining properties by milling, grinding or turning.

Chromex 20 offers very good wet corrosion resistance and high temperature oxidation resistance at up to 1000°C. It can therefore be used where there is an aqueous corrosion problem or as a wear resistant coating in corrosive environments.

**PROPRIETORY **

191 Hv300

COBALT 6

MSSA Cobalt 6 combines all the outstanding properties of cobalt base alloys, i.e. excellent erosion and corrosion. Very good metal to metal wear resistance; maintains hardness to elevated temperatures and can be machined.

Co, C, Cr, W Alloy

38 - 46 Rc

MOGUL ALCRO

Mogul Alcro is an exceptionally good bond wire with a bond strength of 7000 psi. Mogul Alcro is also specially designed for use as a surface coating where high temperature oxidation and corrosion resistance are required. Depending upon the substrate material, it can be used as a coating on most metallic materials up to a very high temperature (2.282°F / 1.250°C).

The alumina film, which forms on the surface of Alcro material, offers particularly good corrosion and erosion properties in environments containing sulphur.

FeCrAl

230 Hv500

MOLYBDENUM

When Arc Sprayed MSSA Molybdenum exhibits excellent adhesion to steels and is used as a bond coat where other methods of preparation are impossible or undesirable. Coating hardness can be controlled over a wide range. Coatings exhibit good bearing properties and high resistance to galling, scuffing and “pick-up” as well as good wear and abrasion resistance. Molybdenum is not recommended for use above 400˚C.

Molybdenum

250 - 800 Hv

MSSA 75
ARCBOND

MSSA 75 Arcbond is a unique nickel-aluminium alloy wire for use in arc spray systems.  75 Arcbond, a pre-alloyed wire, produces superior bond coats that are dense and resistant to high temperature oxidation, thermal shock and abrasion. The material is equally suitable as a one step coat, for example, arc spraying.

The unusual self-bonding ability of the alloy is attributed to the exceptionally high temperatures the nickel-aluminium reaches and which on impact with the base material, diffuses to form a metallurgical bond.  Measured bond strengths have been determined to be 55 percent higher than those formed by exothermic reactions of nickel and aluminium mixtures -- the previous materials available to demonstrate such self- bonding characteristics. One of the major problems in achieving high quality, well-bonded coatings in any thermal spray process is the costly, extensive preparation of the substrate. 75 Arcbond eliminates the problem. The coating, through extensive testing, has also been found to be superior to exothermic materials in sharp edge and impact loading. 

75 Arcbond is self-bonding to a broad range of smooth metal surfaces including annealed or hardened carbon steels, annealed or hardened alloy steels, stainless steels, aluminium, nickel, cast iron, titanium and tantalum.  It is not self-bonding to copper based alloys or tungsten.

Ni/Al ALLOY

20-25 Rc

MSSA 78E

MSSA 78E is an Iron/Chrome/Aluminium alloy which is specifically formulated to be a versatile material for build up and bond applications. When Arc sprayed this material exhibits very high bond strengths onto a grit blasted surface.

Fe/Cr/Al/ ALLOY

230HV

MSSA 90

MSSA 90 is an Arc Spray wire that produces a hard, abrasive and corrosive resistant coating. This wire has the unique property of work hardening in service. This material can operate in an environment up to 870 °C. Grinding and lapping techniques can provide ‘chrome like’ finishes.

MSSA 90 is primarily used as an interface to resist hard abrasive contact. A 0.25mm thick coating will exhibit impressive elasticity for a coating this hard.

The coating produced by MSSA 90 is comparable to that produced by plating or plasma technologies. This is due to its excellent surface finish, good bond strength, high deposit efficiency, low coefficient of friction, high deposition rates and overall ease of application.

Fe,Cr,Ni,Mo

45 Rc

MSSA 95 (cored wire)

MSSA 95 produces hard, abrasive and corrosion resistant coatings. MSSA 95 is a material that under surface friction transforms to an amorphous/ Nano crystalline structure, thereby increasing hardness in service. MSSA 95 offers excellent corrosion resistance and can operate in temperatures up to 900°C for extended periods.

High Chrome Amorphous Alloy

55 Rc as sprayed, 72 RC after grinding or polishing

MSSA 95-S (cored wire)

MSSA 95-S is a cored Arc Spray wire that gives high impact resistance and excellent wear protection across a range of environments. Superior bond strength values signify this wire has exceptional adhesion and cohesion. High adhesion values highlight extremely low residual stress (even at high thicknesses) inherent in this coating type. High cohesion values means the probability of “pull-out” of individual particles during service under wear, erosion and other conditions is extremely low.

The MSSA 95-S exhibits high impact and excellent wear resistance while
maintaining high toughness. MSSA 95-S under the right conditions can be sprayed up to 1.5mm thick.   

***PROPRIETORY***

300HV

MSSA 97
(cored wire)

MSSA 97 is an Arc Spray wire utilizing titanium and tungsten carbide within an amorphous matrix to provide excellent abrasion resistance. It offers very high bond strengths, high hardness, and a non-skid surface.

MSSA 97 is primarily used as an interface to resist hard abrasive contact. A 0.25mm thick coating will exhibit impressive elasticity for a coating this hard. Applications for wear and non-skid surfaces can use coating thicknesses up to 1.5mm thick.

Fe, Wc, Cr, Ti, C, Ni Alloy

65 Rc

MSSA 152
(cored wire)

MSSA 152 is a nickel-based alloy containing various hard phases finely dispersed in a dense, corrosion resistant, hard nickel chromium matrix.

MSSA 152 provides a very dense coating (porosity <2%) with low oxide content and an extremely high cohesive strength. It has the additional properties of enhanced wear resistance in abrasive environments coupled with excellent corrosion resistance. MSSA 152 is similar to MSSA 153 but has higher hardness and better abrasion resistance. It can be applied by Arc, HVOF and fusing is possible.

Ni, Cr, B, Si Alloy

60 Rc

MSSA 153 (cored wire)

MSSA 153 is a nickel-based alloy containing various hard phases finely dispersed in a dense, corrosion resistant, hard nickel chromium matrix.

MSSA 153 provides a very dense coating (porosity <2%) with low oxide content and an extremely high cohesive strength. It has the additional properties of enhanced wear resistance in abrasive environments coupled with excellent corrosion resistance. MSSA 153 is similar to MSSA 152 but has slightly lower hardness and less abrasion resistance. It can be applied by Arc, HVOF and fusing is possible.

Ni, Cr, B, Si Alloy

52 Rc

MSSA 170 (cored wire)

MSSA 170 is a nickel-based alloy containing various hard phases finely dispersed in a dense, corrosion resistant, hard nickel chromium matrix.

MSSA 170 provides a very dense coating (porosity <2%) with low oxide content and an extremely high cohesive strength. It has the additional properties of enhanced wear resistance in abrasive environments coupled with excellent corrosion resistance. MSSA 170 is similar to MSSA 153 but has higher hardness and better abrasion resistance. It can be applied by Arc, HVOF and fusing is possible.

Ni, Cr, B, Si Alloy

45 Rc

MSSA 204
MOULD WIRE

204 Mould wire is manufactured exclusively for arc sprayed metal faced tooling. The coatings are harder and more durable than either zinc or 205 mould wire.

Al Zn ALLOY

52 Rb

MSSA 276

MSSA 276 is a high purity nickel- chrome-molybdenum- wire specifically designed for arc spraying. It produces dense, well- bonded coatings with good resistance to corrosion, and stress cracking in caustic mediums. MSSA

276 exhibits good abrasion and metal to metal wear resistance.

Ni, Mo, Cr

35 HRC

MSSA 625

MSSA 625 is a nickel based material that has proven to exhibit better resistance to sulphuric acid than Monel. In addition MSSA 625, due to its molybdenum composite structure, has good resistance to hydrochloric acid, particularly strong concentrations.

Ni, Cr, Mo Alloy

92 Rb

MSSA LS

MSSA LS is a versatile material especially manufactured for the metallising process.  Coatings are low-shrink, wear resistant and machine well. MSSA LS is a premium alloy for many machine shop applications.

Mn  Cr C Fe Bal

96 Rb

R20 (cored wire)

MSSA R20 is a nickel, molybdenum, aluminium cored wire especially developed for use with all commercial arc spray systems. Developed as a bond coat wire MSSA R20 can be used as a one step coating which produces excellent HIGH STRENGTH CORROSION WEAR RESISTANCE COATINGS.

MSSA R20 is self bonding on a wide variety of materials, i.e. carbon and alloy steels, cast iron and stainless steels and will bond reliably on smooth solvent cleaned surfaces. However, it is a recommended practice to prepare the area that is to be sprayed by threading or grit blasting using aluminium oxide or chilled iron grit of a 24 mesh.

Ni Mo  Al

25 - 30 Rc

R30 (cored
wire)

MSSA R30 is a one step wire not requiring a separate bond coat.

It is recommended where grinding is not available as excellent finishes can be achieved by machining using tungsten carbide tips.  Coatings of MSSA R30 are low shrink and less technique dependent than some. Coatings have been sprayed to thicknesses of 6mm without cracking.

MSSA R30 offers excellent corrosion resistance and good abrasion resistance.

Ni  Cr Al Mo Fe

95-100 Rb

R50 (cored
wire)

MSSA R50-W is a flux-cored wire alloy with 50% spherical fused tungsten carbide. MSSA R50-W is recommended where high resistance to abrasion and corrosion is required.

50% WC Ni/Cr/Bo/Si Matrix

60 Rc

S2

MSSA S2 is a high chrome stainless steel, manufactured exclusively for the metallising process. The coatings are highly wear resistant and show fair corrosion resistance and antifriction qualities.  It has high strength, high elongation and low shrink.

13% Chrome Steel

40 - 43 HRC

S5

MSSA S5 is an 18/5 austenitic, low carbon stainless steel manufactured exclusively for arc spraying.  It exhibits good corrosion resistance and low to medium shrink with good machinability.

Austenitic Stainless Steel Low

Carbon

360 Knoop 100 / 220 - 240Hv 300

S12

MSSA S12 is a 312 stainless steel drawn exclusively for arc spraying. It produces corrosion resistant coatings of reasonable hardness and strength.

Stainless Steel

280 Rb

S16

MSSA S16 is a 316 type austenitic stainless steel wire especially manufactured for the metallising process. It produces coatings that are bright, dense and resistant to corrosion and wear.  These coatings can easily be machined to a very good finish.

300 Series Stainless Steel

81 Rb

S20

S20 is a rim steel especially manufactured for the metallising process.

Coatings are low-shrink, wear resistant and machine well. S20 is a standard alloy for many machine shop applications.

Rim Steel

96 RB, 200 - 220 HB

S80

MSSA S80 is a manganese compensated, high carbon steel made exclusively for arc spraying. It produces hard, wear resistant, low shrink coatings that perform particularly well in bearing applications.

High carbon steel

38 Rc

SILICON ALU

Silicon Aluminium wire is manufactured exclusively for arc spraying. While the coatings are slightly less corrosion resistant than pure aluminium, they exhibit a harder, gall resistant surface and a dense, finer texture with faster spray adhesion.

95%Al 5%Si

72 Rb

SPRAY BRONZE

MSSA Spraybronze is an aluminium bronze alloy wire manufactured exclusively for arc spraying.  It produces dense, wear resistant coatings which are particularly good for machine element work.

Cu, Al Alloy

118 - 128 HB

TUFTON 500

Tufton 500 is a special alloy steel wire for all hardfacing applications. Tufton 500 is the hardest steel for metallising work.

Tufton 500 is a low shrink material.

Fe, Mn, Cr, C

60 Rc

ZINC

MSSA Zinc is an essentially pure zinc wire manufactured exclusively for arc spraying. It produces coatings that provide anti-corrosion protection and EMI/RFI shielding.

99.9% Zn

12 - 15 HB

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