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Engineered Lubricants for Every Welding Wire Process

CHEMDRAW® sets the standard for process-specific lubricants that deliver low dust, stable feedability, and reliable conductivity across solid, flux-cored, and submerged-arc wires. With nitrite-/borax-free options, ISO 9001 North American manufacturing, and global technical support, producers achieve cleaner lines, longer die life, and consistent weld quality.

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MIG/CO₂ Solid Wires

Blachford’s MIG/CO₂ solid wire lubricants deliver smooth feedability and stable arcs for MIG solid-wire applications. Our precoats and drawing lubricants improve sliding properties, conductivity, and film integrity for consistent weld performance.
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Stick Electrode Wire

Blachford’s wire drawing lubricants for stick electrode production are engineered to deliver clean, consistent wire surfaces that ensure strong flux adhesion and stable arc performance. Our formulations provide excellent lubricity, cooling, and die protection during drawing, minimizing wire breaks and surface defects. Designed for reliable coating application and burn-off behavior, Blachford lubricants help manufacturers achieve consistent quality and performance across every batch of electrodes.
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Flux Cored Wire

Blachford’s wire drawing lubricants for flux cored wire (FCW) manufacturing are specially developed to maintain wire integrity and surface cleanliness during drawing and forming. Our products provide exceptional lubricity and cooling to prevent seam splits, flux contamination, and die wear. Formulated for both carbon and stainless steel cores, they ensure smooth drawing, precise dimensional control, and superior weld performance in the finished wire.
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CRD Applications

Blachford’s lubricants for Cassette Roller Die (CRD) systems are engineered to perform under the high-speed, low-angle contact conditions unique to roller die drawing. Our formulations deliver exceptional film strength, cooling, and cleanliness—reducing roller wear, wire scoring, and residue buildup.

Global Leadership in Welding Wire Lubricants

Blachford has been the global leader in welding wire lubricants for decades, trusted by leading wire manufacturers worldwide:

CHEMDRAW® brand legacy — benchmark for high-performance welding wire lubricants

Technical leadership across ferrous and non-ferrous wires

ISO 9001–certified manufacturing in North America

Proven performance in automotive, shipbuilding, aerospace, and industrial welding applications

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Welding Wire FAQs

What makes Blachford the category leader in welding wire lubricants?

CHEMDRAW® leads with low-dust, low-consumption chemistries, process-specific solutions (MIG, flux-cored, SAW, aluminum, stainless), ISO 9001 plants, and proven global support.

How do your lubricants improve feedability and arc stability on the line?

Precoats/carriers and draw soaps keep conductivity and sliding consistent—reducing bird-nesting, burnbacks, and stoppages for smoother feed and stable arcs.

Are your solutions compliance-ready (nitrite-free, borax-free, lime-free)?

Yes. Nitrite-free, borax-free, and lime-free options meet EHS goals without sacrificing film integrity, conductivity, or finish.

Do you support both ferrous and non-ferrous welding wires?

Yes. Chemistries cover carbon/alloy steels and non-ferrous wires (including aluminum), with recycling options to lower usage and disposal.

Which products fit common welding wire processes?

Examples: RXJ12, 644-N, SPJ, S31L, 691-B (MIG); SOS, 55, 466, TQ638, BS-7W-BD, 19T (flux-cored/stick); SL 1029, 740 GR 2, 432, 747/30, 2001 (aluminum); BSS-300, CMP28 + RXJ12, 644-N, SOS, TQ700 (stainless). Final picks depend on your setup.

How does Blachford de-risk trials and speed up qualification?

SMART-guided usage envelopes, on-line tech support, and fast data reviews make trials short, predictable, and aligned to your wire, dies, speeds, and targets.

What kind of lab or analytical support do you provide?

Instrumental, elemental, and surface analysis to diagnose issues, verify films, and fine-tune chemistry—backed by welding wire application expertise.

Which industries and regions rely on CHEMDRAW® wire-drawing lubricants and related chemistries?

Automotive, shipbuilding, construction, aerospace, appliance, and OEM consumables—served by ISO 9001 facilities and a worldwide technical network.