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Classification
AWS A5.1 : E 7016
ISO 2560-A : E 38 2 B 12 H10
EN 499 : E 38 2 B 12 H10
Properties and application
Basic coated electrode with double coating ensuring a stable and concentrated arc. The electrode is well suited for welding in difficult positions, with very low spatter and easy slag removal.
Application: manufacturing of critical metal structures, repair works. Recommended for root pass welding and repair of defective welds.
Base materials
General structural steels, pipe steels, shipbuilding steels, boiler and pressure vessel steels, high-strength, heat-resistant and cold-rolled steels
EN standards
Shipbuilding steels
ASTM
S 185 – S 355
GP 240 R
L 210 – L 360
Quality A, B, C and D
A 285 grade C
A 442 class 55, 60
A 516 class 55, 60, 65, 70
P 235 – P 355
P 235GH – P 265GH
A414 class C, D, E, F
A515 class 55, 60, 65, 70
Chemical composition (%)
| C | Si | Mn | P | S |
| <0.10 | 0.7 | 0.9 | <0.02 | <0.02 |
Mechanical properties
| Re (MPa) | Rm (MPa) | A5 (%) | KV (J) |
| 450 | 550 | 27 | +20°C: 150 / -20°C: 80 / -50°C: 70 |
Electrode / Welding current
| Ø x L (mm) | Current (A) |
| 2.5x350 | 80 |
| 3.2x350/450 | 115 |
| 4.0x450 | 150 |
| 5.0x450 | 190 |
Recommendations
If necessary, dry for 2 hours at 300°C. Interpass temperature ~250°C
