More than just
premium aluminum
welding wire.
Aluminum welding wire, equipment, and technical services.
The AlcoTec advantage.
At AlcoTec, aluminum welding isnt just part of our business, its our only business.
Since 1984, AlcoTec aluminum wire has been world renowned for quality, consistency,
and performance.
And premium aluminum wire is just the start of what we offer. Our goal is to help
you work smarter, faster, and better. With continuous innovation, we maximize your
productivity while minimizing your costs by:
Providing service and support that goes the extra mile to keep you up and running
Helping you take your aluminum welding skills to the next level through expert training
Becoming the ultimate partner you can trust for years to come
At AlcoTec, integrity is just as important to us as the quality of our product.
We strive to treat everyone with the utmost respect. We measure our
success by the number of long-term customers who trust us and
value what we bring to the table. And we appreciate it when
our customers say how much they like working with us.
We invite you to get to know AlcoTecs products,
equipment, and technical services.
Our mission: To provide our customers with the most cost-effective solutions for their welding and cutting
applications. Through technological leadership, the most reliable products and deliveries, and continuous
improvement of our processes, we will delight our customers, employees, shareholders, and community.
Our values: Integrity, Progress, Quality, Leadership, and Teamwork.
We take the concerns
of our customers to heart.
Todd Peters, Operations Manager, AlcoTec Wire Corporation
Environmental Health and Safety
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IN G T O
ISO
SO
CC
OHSAS
ESA
B GR
H SAS
9001
14001
18001
&O
AlcoTec is a subsidiary of ESAB Group, Inc., - the first global company to achieve
both ISO 14001 (1999) and OHSAS 18001 (2006) certifications. Furthermore, we are proud
to be ISO 9001 certified.
C E R T I FI E D A
At AlcoTec, we put a heavy emphasis on environmental health and safety, and are constantly looking for ways to
improve our operations. Our facilities and products meet or exceed all applicable governmental requirements and
standards. We educate and encourage our employees to comply with EHS policies.
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Products
Products
Unbeatable quality.
There is a reason AlcoTec is the largest producer of
aluminum welding wire in the world. The quality and
performance of our products are second to none.
We offer a wide range of aluminum wire and rods for
GMAW, GTAW, brazing, and metallizing.
In addition to the seven most common alloys in all sizes,
we also produce 15 specialty lines, plus we have the
ability to custom-make products to match the unique
requirements of your application.
For your convenience, and to accommodate local
recycling requirements, AlcoTec offers various weights
and spool types. A sample of available packaging
options include:
12 in. (300 mm), 16 or 20 lbs (7.3 or 9.1 kg)
plastic spools
12 in. (300 mm), 16 lbs (7.3 kg) wire baskets
8 in. (200 mm), 5 lbs (2.3 kg) plastic spools
4 in. (100 mm), 1 lb (0.45 kg) plastic spools
311 lbs (141 kg) AlumaPak drums
50 lbs (22.7 kg) Mini Drum Paks
1 lb (0.45 kg) TIG rod tubes
10 lbs (4.5 kg) TIG rod boxes
AlcoTecs consistency
and quality is better than
all the others.
Al Hartman, AlcoTec customer
Design and testing
Before your aluminum wire reaches your jobsite, it must to pass our rigorous standards. AlcoTec takes such
pride in our product that we control every aspect of the manufacturing process all within our production facility.
From factory equipment, testing, and certifications to packaging and distribution, every step is diligently performed
at our facility in Traverse City, Michigan, USA. Not only does this allow us to ensure the quality and consistency
of our wire, but also enables us to provide complete traceability of our finished product.
In addition to having an on-site testing facility, weve implemented a number of quality control procedures
to ensure the superior product our customers have come to rely on:
State-of-the-art drawing and spooling machinery combined with newly developed equipment and
processes providing the best dimensional, mechanical, and metallurgical control in the industry
Proprietary shaving process produces a smooth, uniform surface free from abnormalities that can
trap contaminants and cause porosity
The meticulous cleaning of our metal to remove all manufacturing lubricants and prevent flaws
in the welding process
A Quality Control Laboratory that tests overhead welds for porosity, tensile strength, and ductility
to ensure consistency and quality
Certification of each lot of material to meet AWS specifications with certificates available online
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Products
Available Alloys, Chemical Composition Limits, and Physical Properties
Alloy
1100
Silicon
Si
Iron
Fe
Si + Fe = 0.95
Copper
Cu
Manganese
Mn
Magnesium
Mg
Chromium
Cr
0.05-0.20
0.05
--
--
1188
0.06
0.06
0.005
0.01
0.01
--
1199
0.006
0.006
0.006
0.002
0.006
--
1350
0.10
0.40
0.05
0.01
--
0.01
206.0
0.10
0.15
4.2-5.0
0.20-0.50
0.15-0.35
--
2319
0.20
0.30
5.8-6.8
0.20-0.40
0.02
--
357.0
6.5-7.5
0.15
0.05
0.03
0.45-0.6
--
4008
6.5-7.5
0.09
0.05
0.05
0.30-0.45
--
4009
4.5-5.5
0.20
1.0-1.5
0.10
0.45-0.6
--
4010
6.5-7.5
0.20
0.20
0.10
0.30-0.45
--
4043
4.5-6.0
0.8
0.30
0.05
0.05
--
4047
11.0-13.0
0.8
0.30
0.15
0.10
--
4145
9.3-10.7
0.8
3.3-4.7
0.15
0.15
0.15
4643
3.6-4.6
0.8
0.10
0.05
0.10-0.30
--
5183
0.40
0.40
0.10
0.50-1.0
4.3-5.2
0.05-0.25
5356
0.25
0.40
0.10
0.05-0.20
4.5-5.5
0.05-0.20
5554
0.25
0.40
0.10
0.50-1.0
2.4-3.0
0.05-0.20
5556
0.25
0.40
0.10
0.50-1.0
4.7-5.5
0.05-0.20
0.05
0.01
3.1-3.9
0.15-0.35
5654
Si + Fe = 0.45
5087
0.25
0.40
0.05
0.7-1.1
4.5-5.2
0.05-0.25
5754
0.40
0.40
0.10
0.50
2.6-3.6
0.30
Certifications
With such a thorough and proven process, AlcoTec leads the industry in product certifications and approvals.
In fact, we are the only single-source for all current aluminum alloys registered for welding applications. Whats
more, AlcoTec is the first aluminum wire manufacturer to hold every product approval and certification available and
recognized in the world a claim no other aluminum wire manufacturer can make. That means no matter where
you are or what you fabricate, you can always count on AlcoTec.
Products
Zinc
Zn
Titanium
Ti
Others (1)
Each Total
Aluminum (7)
Al (min)
Approximate
Melting Range
Fo
Density
lbs /cu. in.
Post (4)
Anodize
Color Tint
0.10
--
0.05 0.15
99.00
1190-1215
0.098
Golden
0.03
0.01
0.01 --
99.88
1215-1220
0.0975
Clear
0.006
0.002
0.002 --
99.99
1220
0.0975
Clear
0.05
--
0.03 0.10
99.50
1195-1215
0.0975
Clear
0.10
0.15-.030
0.05 (2) 0.15
Rmnd
1060-1200
0.101
Golden
0.10
0.10-0.20
0.05 (3) 0.15
Rmnd
1010-1190
0.100
Golden
0.05
0.20
0.05 0.15
Rmnd
1040-1140
0.098
Gray
0.05
0.04-0.15
0.05 0.15
Rmnd
1035-1135
0.097
Gray
0.10
0.20
0.05 0.15
Rmnd
1015-1150
0.098
Gray
0.10
0.20
0.05 0.15
Rmnd
1035-1135
0.097
Gray
0.10
0.20
0.05 0.15
Rmnd
1065-1170
0.097
Gray
0.20
--
0.05 0.15
Rmnd
1070-1080
0.096
Gray
0.20
--
0.05 0.15
Rmnd
970-1085
0.099
Gray-Black
0.10
0.15
0.05 0.15
Rmnd
1065-1175
0.097
Gray-Black
0.25
0.15
0.05 0.15
Rmnd
1075-1180
0.096
Gray
0.10
0.06-0.20
0.05 0.15
Rmnd
1060-1175
0.096
White
0.25
0.05-0.20
0.05 0.15
Rmnd
1115-1195
0.097
White
0.25
0.05-0.20
0.05 0.15
Rmnd
1065-1175
0.096
White
0.20
0.05-0.15
0.05 0.15
Rmnd
1100-1190
0.096
White
0.25
0.15
0.05 (5) 0.15
Rmnd
1054-1180
0.096
White
0.20
0.15
0.15 (6) 0.15
Rmnd
1095-1195
0.097
White
Notes:
1. Beryllium shall not exceed 0.0003%.
2. Nickel shall not exceed 0.05%.
3. Vanadium shall be 0.05-0.15% and Zirconium shall be 0.10-0.25%.
4. Use filler alloy chart for color matching.
5. 0.10-0.20 Zr.
6. 0.10-0.6 Mn + Cr.
7. Rmnd = Remainder
Products
Available Sizes and Packages
Diameters
Packages
in.
mm
Type
lbs
kg
lbs
kg
0.030
0.8
Spool
0.45
1,134
514.4
0.035
0.9
Basket
16
7.3
1,296
590.8
0.040
1.0
Spool (a)
16
7.3
1,296
590.8
0.047 (3/64)
1.2
Spool (c)
20
9.1
1,620
738.6
0.062 (1/16)
1.6
Spool (c)
26
10.9
2,106
960.1
0.079 (a)
2.0
Spool (b) (c)
30
13.6
1,620
734.8
0.094 (3/32)
2.4
Spool (c)
167
75.7
501
228.4
0.125 (1/8)
3.2
Mini Drum (c)
50
22.7
400
197.6
0.156 (5/32) (a)
4.0
Drum (c)
311
141
622
282.1
0.187 (3/16) (a)
4.8
Rods/Tubes (c)
0.45
720
326.6
Rods/Box
10
4.5
1,200
547.1
Notes: (a) These sizes are not available in all alloys and packages.
(b) These sizes and/or packages are traverse wound.
(c) These packages have specific sizes available only.
Pallet
Products
AlcoTec ER4043
Alloy 4043 is one of the oldest and most widely used
welding and brazing alloys and can be classified as a
general-purpose filler alloy. The silicon additions result
in improved fluidity (wetting action) to make the alloy
the preferred choice for welders. The alloy is available
in both solid wire and rods. The alloy is less sensitive
to weld cracking and produces brighter, almost
smut-free welds.
AlcoTec ER4047
Alloy 4047 was originally developed as a brazing
alloy to take advantage of its low melting point
and narrow freezing range. In addition, it has a
higher Silicon content than 4043, which provides
an increased fluidity and reduces shrinkage. The alloy
produces bright and almost smut-free welds. Hot
cracking is significantly reduced when using 4047
as a filler alloy. The alloy is available in both solid wire
and rods. It may be used in applications of sustained
elevated temperatures.
AlcoTec ER5183
Alloy 5183 was developed to provide the highest
strengths possible in the as-welded condition of alloy
AA5083 and other similar high Magnesium alloys.
The more common filler alloy 5356 will typically
fail to meet the as-welded tensile specification
requirements of alloy 5083. The alloy is typically
utilized in applications where high strengths, high
fracture toughness for impact resistance and
exposure to corrosive elements are important.
The alloy is available in both solid wire and rods.
The alloy is not recommended for elevated
temperature service applications.
Products
AlcoTec ER5356
Alloy 5356 is the most widely used welding alloy and
can be classified as a general-purpose type filler alloy.
Alloy 5356 is typically chosen because of its relatively
high shear strength. Any 5XXX alloy base material,
welded with 5356, with a weld pool chemistry greater
than 3% Mg and service temperatures in excess
of 149F (65C), are susceptible to stress corrosion
cracking. The alloy is available in both solid wire and rods.
The alloy is not recommended for elevated temperature
service applications.
AlcoTec ER5554
Alloy 5554 is a solid medium wire with a typical
2.7% Mg content. It is recommended for welding
of Aluminum-Magnesium alloys like 5454.
Typical applications are chemical storage tanks and
automotive components like wheels and frame
sections. The alloy is available in both solid wire
and rods. The weld metal is not sensitive to
stress corrosion cracking at elevated temperatures.
AlcoTec ER5556
Alloy 5556 develops the highest as-welded strengths
in fillet welds, nearly double that of 4043. The
5XXX series of alloys offer an excellent combination
of corrosion resistance, strength, toughness,
workability, and weldability. As a result, they are
used in a wide variety of applications. The alloy is
available in both solid wire and rods.
One characteristic of this series of alloys, however,
is their susceptibility to stress corrosion cracking
when the weld pool chemistry is greater than 3% Mg
and there is exposure to prolonged temperature in
excess of 149F (65C). Special alloys and tempers
are often required to overcome this problem.
Equipment
Equipment
Always innovating.
In todays competitive industry, everyone is looking to work smarter, faster, and better. With AlcoTec on your side,
youll have valuable resources to help you do just that. Our Product Development Group has one goal to bring new
ideas to the market that optimize the aluminum welding process. Our innovative equipment solutions often become
the industry standard, and our customers have the unique opportunity to implement the technology first, giving them
a competitive advantage.
AlcoTec has a very good
quality product. They stand
behind it.
Joseph Maino, AlcoTec customer
AlumaPak and Mini Drum Pak
The AlumaPak and Mini Drum Pak are designed to
provide continuous twist-free wire in high volume
for high-production applications (311-lb drum)
and medium-production applications (50-lb drum).
Maximizes product stability and protects product
quality from the time the wire leaves the factory
until it is put to use
Designed to keep your welders up and running and
reduce down time, saving you money
Eliminates spool changeovers, reducing cost
and downtime
Proprietary shaving process produces a smooth,
uniform surface free from abnormalities that can
trap contaminants and cause porosity
Environmentally friendly AlumaPak and Mini Drum Pak
drums are 100% recyclable
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Equipment
AlumaPak (311-lb Drum) Components and Accessories
Alloy/
Dia.
PakCone
Plastic
Cone Lid
PakConnector
Conduit
Connector
PakTubing
Blue
Conduit
PakFeedAssist
Payoff
Assist
Device
Pak-Ring
Decoiling
Ring
Pak-Cart
4-Wheel
Cart
(1)
PakYoke
Lifting
Yoke
(2)
PakStraightener
3-Roll
Straightener
(3)
PakTrack
Belted
Casting
Device
(4)
Powered
Pak-Trak
(PPT)
4043 .035
4043 .047
4043 .062
4047 .035
4047 .047
4047 .062
5183 .035
5183 .047
5183 .062
5356 .035
5356 .047
5356 .062
5554 .035
5554 .047
5554 .062
5556 .035
5556 .047
5556 .062
X = Required, O = Optional
Notes:
1. The 4-wheel cart is not necessary for 50-lb samples. AlcoTec recommends the use of a 4-wheel cart for each weld
station where an AlumaPak will be used. The towing handle is optional with the towing cart. The handle template is
a pattern for the towing cart on the original cart models. It is not necessary for carts ordered after 1/1/03. The cart,
towing handle, and handle template are all sold separately.
2. The lifting yoke is not necessary for 50-lb samples. AlcoTec recommends the use of a lifting yoke for full drums.
One lifting yoke can be used for multiple weld stations.
3. AlcoTec suggests the use of V-groove 5-roll straighteners for the alloys/diameters listed to ensure exact
placement of the wire into the weld joint.
4. This device works best with .047-.062 diameter wire, although may work with .035. Consult AlcoTec Technical Support.
Note: The alloys and sizes in the bold print are currently being supplied. It is necessary to establish procedures for all
other non-current alloys and sizes. Before offering these non-current types, check with manufacturing/QC.
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Equipment
AlumaPak (311-lb Drum) Accessories Miscellaneous
Part #
12
Description
GUIDE-ADPKITMIL30A
Adaptor Guide Kit for Miller 30A
GUIDE-ADPKITPROFAX
Adaptor Guide Kit for Profax
GUIDE-ARISTO
Adaptor Guide for Aristo Feeders
GUIDE-ARISTOROBOT
Adaptor Guide for Aristo Robot
GUIDE-BINZEL
Adaptor Guide for Binzel Feeders
GUIDE-CK
Adaptor Guide for CK Feeder
GUIDE-COBRA
Adaptor Guide for Cobra Feeder
GUIDE-FITGUN
Adaptor Fitting for 1/4 in. Gun
GUIDE-FITTUBING
Adaptor Fitting for 5/16 in. Conduit
GUIDE-FRONIUS
Adaptor Guide for Fronius Feeder
GUIDE-LINCOLN
Adaptor Guide for Lincoln Feeder
GUIDE-LINDE35
Adaptor Guide for Linde35 Feeder
GUIDE-MILLERXR
Adaptor Guide for MillerXR Feeder
GUIDE-MILLER60
Adaptor Guide for Miller 60 Series Feeders
GUIDE-MILLER70
Adaptor Guide Kit for Miller 70 Series Feeders
GUIDE-MOTOMAN
Adaptor Guide for Motoman Gun
GUIDE-OTC
Adaptor Guide for OTC Feeder
GUIDE-OTCSTRAIGHT
Adaptor Guide for OTC Wire Straightener
GUIDE-PANAROBO
Adaptor Guide for Panarobo Feeder
GUIDE-PANASONICSTR
Adaptor Guide for Panasonic Straightener
GUIDE-PRINCE
Adaptor Guide for Prince Feeders
GUIDE-TD
Adaptor Guide for Thermo Dynamics
GUIDE-TUBING
Guide for Tubing, White Nylon 3/16 in.
PAK-BRACKET
Drum Pak Bracket
PAK-CASTER
4 Casters with Hardware
PAK-DECOIL
Internal Decoiling Cone
PAK-FINGERS
Pak Fingers (set of 3)
PAK-FIXTURE
Wire Tubing Fixture
PAK-HANDLE
Four Wheel Cart Handle
PAK-MINIASSIST
Feed Assist for Mini Drum
PAK-ORANGETUBE
Guide Tubing with Aluminum Lining
Equipment
AlumaPak (311-lb Drum) Accessories Miscellaneous (cont.)
Part #
Description
PAK-RING
Wire Decoiling Ring
PAK-SPINNER
Feed Assist Attachment
PAK-TEMPLATE
AlumaPak Template
PAK-TRAKBELT
Pak-Trak Belt
PAK-TRAKLGSHV
Pak-Trak Large Sheave
PAK-TRAKROLLER
Pak-Trak Roller
PAK-TRAKSMSHV
Pak-Trak Small Sheave
PAK-TUBECUTTER
Tubing Cutter
PAK-TUBING-FT
Guide Tubing HDPE 7/16 in. Blue, sold by the foot
PAK-WIRESTROLLR
Pak-Wire Straightener Roller
50-lb Mini Drum Pak
Maximum Results: AlcoTecs commitment to innovation continues with the efficient 50-lb Mini Drum Pak.
Youll save time because spool changeover is eliminated, which reduces your labor and production costs.
The wires cast and pitch out of the drum, as compared to tight spools, improves feeding characteristics.
Youll save money because the 50-lb Mini Drum Pak is less expensive than 50 one-pound wire spools. Plus, each
one-pound spool typically leaves around 3% of the wire unused at the end of the spool. Every inch of the
50-lbs Mini Drum Pak is wire that ends up in your weld. The Mini Drum Pak is also 100% recyclable, avoiding
harmful landfill waste.
Eliminate spool changeover and reduce downtime:
Save time one-pound spool changeovers are eliminated
S
ave money by using every inch of wire
T
wo quick connections, and youre ready to weld - no tools needed
Wire feeds directly into your gun
Feed wire from a distance of 30 feet (9 m) or more
Easy to move and transport
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Equipment
MiniPak (50-lb Drum) Components and Accessories
PakTubing
Blue
Conduit
PakFeed
Assist
Pay-Off
Assist
Device
Pak-Ring
Wire
Decoiling
Ring
PakExtender
4XXX Mini
Drum
Conversion
Kit
Powered
Pak-Trak
(PPT)
Alloy/
Dia.
Pak-Cone
Plastic
Cone Lid
PakConnector
Conduit Lid
Connector
4043 .035
4043 .047
4043 .062
4047 .035
4047 .047
4047 .062
5183 .035
5183 .047
5183 .062
5356 .035
5356 .047
5356 .062
5554 .035
5554 .047
5554 .062
5556 .035
5556 .047
5556 .062
X = Required, O = Optional
Powered Pak-Trak (PPT)
The Powered Pak-Trak was inspired by a customers
need for increased productivity. This breakthrough device
pulls/pushes welding wire from a drum package to your existing
wire feeder.
The Powered Pak-Trak reduces downtime
caused by spool changeover because one drum contains
as much wire as 20 spools. The PPT also improves the quality of
the welds by modifying the cast of the wire to eliminate
defects such as wire wander. The air-driven system provides
delivery of wire to a feeder up to 100 ft (33 m) away, requires
no electrical connections to the feeder, and is compatible
with all aluminum alloys.
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PakStraightener
Technical Services
Technical Services
No one knows aluminum welding better.
We are your tried and true aluminum welding experts. Unlike other manufacturers who deal with multiple welding processes, we specialize solely in aluminum. This allows us to provide an unmatched array of services from
experienced engineers and technicians - expertise you wont find anywhere else.
As an AlcoTec partner, help is always available. Our Customer Service Specialists work directly from our
manufacturing facility, so youll work with a factory-based technician who can help you with everything from
troubleshooting to checking on the status of an order. You can even arrange a consultation with one of our
industry-leading Metallurgical or Welding Engineers.
Our team of Field Specialists have been technically trained to personally solve simple problems to complex issues. You can reach our Service Team by phone, email, Facebook, or clicking the Ask the Experts link on
our website. Either way, you can look forward to a prompt, thorough response to your question.
I absolutely recommend
AlcoTec. Theyre more than
a wire company. They fix
issues that arent really
their problems.
Rusty Beckner, AlcoTec customer
Training and certification
Aluminum welding is a specialized process. Whether youre
transitioning from welding other materials, or youre a seasoned veteran,
it is always important to understand the latest technologies and best practices.
Thats why weve developed a range of services to help improve your welding
and your bottom line that are available at the AlcoTec facility or well come to you.
A
lcoTec Weld School: Aluminum Welding Technology Theory & Practice
an international program that provides a hands-on approach to welding aluminum alloys
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Welder Certification Program
Welder training
On-site tailored consulting assisting in the methodology and process of your application
Weld procedure development via tailored support or Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)
Your aluminum partner.
To learn more about what AlcoTec can do for you,
call 1.800.228.0750 or visit alcotec.com.
AlcoTec Wire Corporation
2750 Aero Park Drive
Traverse City, MI 49686-9263
alcotec.com | 1.800.228.0750
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