--- product_id: 125570969 title: "Forney 42401 Supercote Hardfacing Welding Rod, 5/32-Inch, 1-Pound" brand: "forney" price: "25784CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Forney" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/125570969-forney-42401-supercote-hardfacing-welding-rod-5-32-inch-1 store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # Smooth arc action RC 52-58 hardness Crack resistant weld Forney 42401 Supercote Hardfacing Welding Rod, 5/32-Inch, 1-Pound **Brand:** forney **Price:** 25784CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🛠️ Upgrade your weld game with Forney Supercote – where toughness meets precision! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Forney 42401 Supercote Hardfacing Welding Rod, 5/32-Inch, 1-Pound by forney - **How much does it cost?** 25784CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/125570969-forney-42401-supercote-hardfacing-welding-rod-5-32-inch-1) ## Best For - forney enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted forney brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Last:** Crack resistant welds ensure durability under moderate abrasion and low impact. - • **Hardness That Holds Up:** RC 52-58 hardness delivers reliable surface buildup on cast and manganese steel. - • **Versatile All-Position Use:** Works seamlessly in all welding positions to fit your project needs. - • **Effortless Precision Welding:** Experience smooth arc action for flawless welds every time. - • **Easy Cleanup, More Productivity:** Simple slag removal means less downtime and faster project completion. ## Overview The Forney 42401 Supercote Hardfacing Welding Rod is a 5/32-inch, 1-pound rod designed for moderate abrasion and low impact applications. It offers crack resistant welds with a hardness rating of RC 52-58, smooth arc action, and easy slag removal. Ideal for surface buildup on cast steel and manganese steel parts, it supports all welding positions and operates best at 115-160 amps with DC reverse polarity. Trusted by professionals since 1932, Forney delivers reliable, cost-effective welding solutions. ## Description The Forney 42401 Supercote hard facing specialty welding electrodes are excellent low cost rods for moderate abrasion and low impact application in all positions. It can be forged and provides a crack resistant weld. It features a smooth arc action and easy slag removal. Typical applications include surface buildup on new or worn machine parts of cast steel and manganese steel. Forney Industries is one of America's longest operating family-owned metal working product companies. Founded in 1932, Forney offers more than 5,000 products for the hardware, automotive, farm and ranch and do-it-yourself markets. If you've got metal working questions, we've got answers. We're committed to your success regardless of location size or needs. 5/32 inch (3.96 mm) rod diameter. 1 pound (.454 Kg) box of rod. Recommended polarity: DC reverse of AC. Hardness: RC 52-58. Amperage: 115-160 amps. Proof of purchase required. neglect, negligence or accident, or that has been used in any way contrary to the purpose intended. Review: What I wanted and needed. - Not super hard but the rods meet their claims. Easy to apply. Happy. Review: Perfect - Comes in very good protective cover with 9 rods inside ## Features - Excellent low cost rod for moderate abrasion and low impact application in all positions - Crack resistant weld - RC 52-58 hardness - Features smooth arc action and easy slag removal - Typical applications include surface buildup on new or worn machine parts of cast steel and manganese steel ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B003X5QAXA | | Best Sellers Rank | #145,069 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #100 in Arc Welding Rods | | Brand | Forney | | Color | Brown | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 187 Reviews | | Fastener Type | Welding | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00032277424012 | | Included Components | Forney 42401 Supercote Hardfacing Welding Rod, 5/32-Inc | | Item Diameter | 0.16 Inches | | Item Dimensions | 15.25 x 1.63 x 0.75 inches | | Item Type Name | Forney 42401 Supercote Hardfacing Welding Rod, 5/32-Inch, 1-Pound | | Item Weight | 0.5 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Forney | | Material | Super Hard Facing | | Material Type | Super Hard Facing | | Model | 42401 | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Number of Pieces | 1 | | Outside Diameter | 0.16 Inches | | Part Number | 42401 | | Pin Type | Welding | | Pin type | Welding | | Size | 1.63 inches x 15.25 inches | | Size Name | 1.63 inches x 15.25 inches | | UPC | 032277424012 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | 90 day warranty against manufacturer defects | ## Product Details - **Material:** Super Hard Facing - **Size:** 1.63 inches x 15.25 inches - **Pin type:** Welding - **Brand:** Forney - **Item Diameter:** 0.16 Inches ## Images ![Forney 42401 Supercote Hardfacing Welding Rod, 5/32-Inch, 1-Pound - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41rI8n3K-kL.jpg) ![Forney 42401 Supercote Hardfacing Welding Rod, 5/32-Inch, 1-Pound - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71+5zms0TpL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Line Weight** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What I wanted and needed. *by P***H on November 23, 2025* Not super hard but the rods meet their claims. Easy to apply. Happy. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect *by H***E on March 23, 2026* Comes in very good protective cover with 9 rods inside ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth the money *by E***Y on July 3, 2020* Great rods! 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