Single and multiple-pass welding using recommended fluxes, non-alloyed and fine-grain steels, general fabrication, structural components, heavy equipment components, railcar frames, wheel fabrication, storage tanks, boilers, pressure vessels, ship panels, pipe double jointing, wind towers

• General fabrication

• Structural and bridge fabrication

• Heavy equipment
• Storage vessels

• Pressure vessels

• Welding over light rust and scale

Main Application

RE-DRYING

Welding Positions:

TYPICAL WELD DEPOSIT CHEMICAL COMPOSITION*

Classification:
AWS A5.17: EM13K

Related Products: SWX 120, SWX 150, HN-590 Sub-Arc Flux

For a complete list of diameters and packaging, please contact Hobart Brothers at
(800) 424-1543 or (937) 332-5188 for International Customer Service.

Description

AWS A5.17: EM13K, Submerged Arc Solid Wire Carbon Steel ,China, Tianjin

Category

AWS A5.17: EM13K is a copper-coated carbon-steel solid wire for submerged arc welding. Moderate manganese and silicon contents allow faster travel speeds, resistance to porosity, and improved mechanical properties. In an effort to best serve the packaging needs and requirements of our customers globally, this product features region-exclusive part numbers. To obtain the complete list of part numbers available in your region, e-mail us at subarc@itw-welding.com, contact your regional ITW Welding office, or contact Hobart Brothers customer service (North America)

FEATURES&BENEFITS

Not recommended

Industries

General fabrication, heavy equipment, transportation, shipbuilding, structural & bridge fabrication, power generation, oil & gas, offshore

RECOMMENDED FLUXES

• Copper-coated wire

• Increased silicon levels compared to EM12K wire

• Moderate manganese and silicon levels overall

• Offers optimal consistency in electrode feeding and electrical transfer

• Provides improved deoxidation and porosity resistance when welding over light rust and mill scale

• Provides improved travel speeds, porosity resistance, and mechanical properties

WIRE TYPE

Copper-coated solid wire

CURRENT

HN-590, SWX 120, SWX 150

STANDARD DIAMETERS

 Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP), Direct Current Electrode Negative (DCEN), Alternating Current (AC)

3/32” (2.4 mm), 1/8” (3.2 mm), 5/32” (4.0 mm)

STORAGE

Product should be stored in a dry, enclosed environment, and in its original intact packaging

AWS CLASSIFICATIONS

TYPICAL WIRE CHEMICAL COMPOSITION*

TYPICAL MECHANICAL PROPERTIES*

TYPICAL CHARPY V-NOTCH IMPACT VALUES*

TYPICAL OPERATING PARAMETERS*

Maintaining a proper welding procedure - including pre-heat and interpass temperatures - may be critical depending
on the type and thickness of steel being welded.
Parameters are provided for informational purposes only. All values are approximate. The optimal voltage may vary (typically
±2 volts) depending on the choice of flux, material thickness, joint design, and other variables specific to the application.
Likewise, actual deposition rate may vary depending on choice of flux and contact tip to work distance.

STANDARD PACKAGING