AWS A5.4: E312-16

AWS A5.4: E312-16

Designed for welding dissimilar joints of Type 312 metals. Can be used on hardenable steels, steel armor and generally hard-to-weld steels, offering outstanding performance with a directional arc and self-detaching slag.

Welding Wire AWS A5.4: E312-16

APPLICATIONS

Single and multiple pass, DCEP, AC, All Position

INDUSTRIES

TYPICAL WELD METAL PROPERTIES* (Chem Pad)

Welding Positions:

CONFORMANCES AND APPROVALS:

• AWS A5.4, Class E312-16
• ASME SFA 5.4

Ideal for new fabrication or repair maintenance applications.

STORAGE

TYPE OF CURRENT

RECOMMENDED WELDING PROCEDURES

AC-DC electrodes have a high degree of moisture resistance; however, for critical applications, the electrodes
should be held at 215°F - 300°F after opening.

ARC LENGTH: Short (less than 1/2 the diameter of the electrode)
FLAT & HORIZONTAL: Angle electrode 10-15 from 90
VERTICAL-UP: Use weaving techniques. Reduced amperage compared to flat position setting
VERTICAL-DOWN: Not recommended
OVERHEAD: Use slight weaving motion within the puddle

Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP) or AC

TYPICAL MECHANICAL PROPERTIES* (As Welded)

• Maintaining a proper welding procedure - including pre-heat and interpass temperatures - may be critical depending on the type and thickness of steel being welded.

AVAILABLE DIAMETERS AND PACKAGES

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

●Spray-like arc transfer
●Electrode doesn't overheat
●Directional arc
●Easy strike and re-strike
●All-position
●Easy slag release

●Low spatter and less clean-up
●Less stub loss, cost-effective
●Metal goes where directed
●Easy to use, less chance of starting defects
●Welds extremely well in flat, horizontal, vertical (up) and overhead positions
●Less chance of slag inclusions

Category

Stainless Steel Electrodes

RECONDITIONING

If exposed to atmosphere for extended periods, recondition at 660°F for 2 hours.