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E505-16

Class: E505-16

AWS: A5.4

Conforms to Certification: AWS A5.4      ASME SFA A5.4

Weld Process: Shielded Manual Metal Arc

AWS Chemical Composition Requirements
C = 0.10 max Si = 0.90 max
Cr = 8.0 – 10.5 P = 0.04 max
Ni = 0.40 max S = 0.03 max
Mn = 1.0 max Mo = 0.85 – 1.20
Cu = 0.75 max

Application

E505-16 electrode is used for welding matching composition chrome-moly plate and piping. Preheat and interpass of at least 300ºF is required. Post-weld heat treatment is also recommended.

Deposited Chemical Composition % (Typical)
C = 0.065 Cr = 9.50 Si=0.46
Mn = 0.60 P = 0.022 S=0.023
Mo = 0.98

 

 Desposited All Weld Metal Properties%
 (Typical) As-Welded
Yield Strength 81,000 psi
Tensile Strength 64,000 psi
Elongation 23%

Deposited Charpy-V-Notch Impact Properties %
Not Applicable

Available Sizes & Recommended Welding Parameters
Diameter Voltage Flat Amperage Vertical & Overhead
3/32 24-28 70-85 65-75
1/8 26-30 85-110 80-90
5/32 28-32 110-140 100-120
3/16 28-32 120-160 110-130