Comparison of strength characteristics of cast iron/mild steel welds produced by various welding processes

Abstract

Recent years have seen drastic curtailment of industrial processes aimed at product cost reduction advancing at an accelerating rate, with the implication of a growing requirement for joining of cast iron to mild steel. At present, joining of cast iron to mild steel is generally performed by mechanical methods, such a bolting, which adds to product weight, increases the number of process operations, and raises costs. An important contribution would be made to manufacturing industry through a capability being available for joining of cast iron to mild steel by welding.