Specifications:
- AWS/ASME SFA A5.1 : E 7048
- EN ISO 2560: E 42 3 B 35 H10
Description and Application
- Vertical down welding basic electrode.
- Recommended for welding in shipbuilding construction.
- With this electrode the welding is with very little slag and spatter loss.
- Suitable for high welding speed.
Typical all weld metal composition [wt%]
Typical all weld metal mechanical properties
| Rp 0.2 [MPa] |
Rm [MPa] |
A5 [%] |
Impact [ISO-V] |
Heat Treatment |
| 430 |
530 |
26 |
100 J @ -29°C |
U |
Welding positions
RE-DRYING
300°C/2H
| Diameter |
Length |
Current [amps] |
| in |
mm |
in |
mm |
| 3/32 |
2.5 |
14 |
350 |
70-90 |
| 1/8 |
3.25 |
14 |
350 |
90-140 |
| 5/32 |
4.0 |
18 |
450 |
135-185 |
| 3/16 |
5.0 |
18 |
450 |
175-255 |
