Nickel and nickel alloy electrodes: These electrodes are used for welding, welding or surfacing of nickel and aluminum alloys. Some electrodes can also be used for welding of cast iron and welding of dissimilar metals. Copper and copper alloy electrodes: These electrodes are used for welding, welding or surfacing of copper and copper alloys. Some electrodes can be used for welding of cast iron and dissimilar metals for welding aluminum and aluminum alloy electrodes.