ER409NB
Conforms to Certification: AWS A5.9 ASME SFA A5.9
Weld Process Used for Tig (GTAW)
AWS Chemical Composition Requirements
C = 0.08 max
Cr = 10.5 – 13.5
Ni = 0.60 max
Mo = 0.50 max
Mn = 0.80 max
Si = 1.00 max
P = 0.04 max
S = 0.03 max
Cu = 0.75 max
Nb = 10 x C (min) – 0.75 (max)
Available Sizes
.030 x 36
.035 x 36
.045 x 36
1/16 x 36
3/32 x 36
1/8 x 36
3/16 x 36
5/32 x 36
Application
ER409Nb is a ferritic stainless steel welding wire which is used to weld Type 409 and 409Ti base materials. Addition of columbium leads to a preferential reaction with carbon, saving chromium from forming carbides. This improves corrosion resistance, increases strength at high temperatures.
| Deposited Chemical Composition % (Typical) | ||
| C = 0.05 | Mo = 0.30 | P = 0.016 |
| Cr = 11.5 | Mn = 0.62 | S = 0.018 |
| Ni = 0.35 | Si = 0.48 | Cu = 0.16 |
| Nb = 0.50 | ||
| Mechanical Properties (R.T.) | |
| Yield Strength | 50,500psi |
| Tensile Strength | 67,000psi |
| Elongation | 26% |
Deposited All Weld Metal Properties
Data is typical for ER409Nb weld metal deposited by Tig using 100% Argon as the shielding gas.
| Recommended Welding Parameters | |||
| GTAW “Tig Process” | |||
| Wire Diameter | Amps DCSP | Volts | Shielding Gas |
| .035 | 60-90 | 12-15 | Argon 100% |
| .045 | 80-110 | 13-16 | Argon 100% |
| 1/16 | 90-130 | 14-16 | Argon 100% |
| 3/32 | 120-175 | 15-20 | Argon 100% |
Note: Parameters for tig welding are dependent upon plate thickness and welding position.
Other shielding Gases may be used for Tig welding. Shielding gases are chosen taking Quality, Cost, and Operability into consideration.
ER409
Conforms to Certification: AWS A5.9 ASME SFA A5.9
Weld Process Used for Tig (GTAW)
AWS Chemical Composition Requirements
C = 0.08 max
Cr = 10.5 – 13.5
Ni = 0.60 max
Mo = 0.50 max
Mn = 0.80 max
Si = 0.80 max
P = 0.03 max
S = 0.03 max
Cu = 0.75 max
Ti = 10 x C (min) – 1.5 (max)
Available Sizes
.030 x 36
.035 x 36
.045 x 36
1/16 x 36
3/32 x 36
1/8 x 36
3/16 x 36
5/32 x 36
Application
The nominal composition of ER409 weld metal is 12% chromium with Ti added as a stabilizer. This material often is used to weld bare metal of similar composition.
| Deposited Chemical Composition % (Typical) | ||
| C = 0.05 | Mo = 0.30 | P = 0.016 |
| Cr = 11.5 | Mn = 0.62 | S = 0.018 |
| Ni = 0.35 | Si = 0.48 | Cu = 0.16 |
| TI = 0.50 | ||
| Mechanical Properties (R.T.) | |
| Yield Strength | 50,500psi |
| Tensile Strength | 67,000psi |
| Elongation | 26% |
Deposited All Weld Metal Properties
Data is typical for ER409 weld metal deposited by Tig using 100% Argon as the shielding gas.
| Recommended Welding Parameters | |||
| GTAW “Tig Process” | |||
| Wire Diameter | Amps DCSP | Volts | Shielding Gas |
| .035 | 60-90 | 12-15 | Argon 100% |
| .045 | 80-110 | 13-16 | Argon 100% |
| 1/16 | 90-130 | 14-16 | Argon 100% |
| 3/32 | 120-175 | 15-20 | Argon 100% |
Note: Parameters for tig welding are dependent upon plate thickness and welding position.
Other shielding Gases may be used for Tig welding. Shielding gases are chosen taking Quality, Cost, and Operability into consideration.
ER347SI
Conforms to Certification: AWS A5.9 ASME SFA A5.9
Weld Process Used for Tig (GTAW)
AWS Chemical Composition Requirements
C = 0.08 max
Cr = 19.0 – 21.5
Ni = 9.0 – 11.0
Mo = 0.75 max
Mn = 1.0 – 2.5
Si = 0.65 – 1.00
P = 0.03 max
S = 0.03 max
Cu = 0.75 max
Nb = 10 x C (min) – 1.0 (max)
Available Sizes
.030 x 36
.035 x 36
.045 x 36
1/16 x 36
3/32 x 36
1/8 x 36
3/16 x 36
5/32 x 36
Application
ER347SI is a columbium stabilized stainless steel welding wire used to weld Types 321 and 347. Addition of columbium reduces the possibility of chromium carbide precipitation and consequent inter-granular corrosion. ER347SI is recommended if the weld metal is to be subjected to high temperatures above 750ºF.
| Deposited Chemical Composition % (Typical) | ||
| C = 0.04 | Mo = 0.30 | P = 0.025 |
| Cr = 20.00 | Mn = 1.50 | S = 0.015 |
| Ni = 9.50 | Si = 0.80 | Cu = 0.10 |
| Nb = 0.40 | ||
| Mechanical Properties (R.T.) | |
| Yield Strength | 88,000psi |
| Tensile Strength | 58,000psi |
| Elongation | 42% |
Deposited All Weld Metal Properties
Data is typical for ER347SI weld metal deposited by Tig using 100% Argon as the shielding gas.
| Recommended Welding Parameters | |||
| GTAW “Tig Process” | |||
| Wire Diameter | Amps DCSP | Volts | Shielding Gas |
| .035 | 60-90 | 12-15 | Argon 100% |
| .045 | 80-110 | 13-16 | Argon 100% |
| 1/16 | 90-130 | 14-16 | Argon 100% |
| 3/32 | 120-175 | 15-20 | Argon 100% |
Note: Parameters for tig welding are dependent upon plate thickness and welding position.
Other shielding Gases may be used for Tig welding. Shielding gases are chosen taking Quality, Cost, and Operability into consideration.
ER347
Conforms to Certification: AWS A5.9 ASME SFA A5.9
Weld Process Used for Tig (GTAW)
AWS Chemical Composition Requirements
C = 0.08 max
Cr = 19.0 – 21.5
Ni = 9.0 – 11.0
Mo = 0.75 max
Mn = 1.0 – 2.5
Si = 0.30 – 0.65
P = 0.03 max
S = 0.03 max
Cu = 0.75 max
Nb = 10 x C (min) – 1.0 (max)
Available Sizes
.030 x 36
.035 x 36
.045 x 36
1/16 x 36
3/32 x 36
1/8 x 36
3/16 x 36
5/32 x 36
Application
ER347 is recommended for welding AISI 347 and 321. The weld metal has good resistance to general corrosion. ER347 is suitable for applications where welds are subjected to high temperatures (+ 750ºF).
| Deposited Chemical Composition % (Typical) | ||
| C = 0.04 | Mo = 0.30 | P = 0.025 |
| Cr = 19.50 | Mn = 1.30 | S = 0.015 |
| Ni = 9.50 | Si = 0.40 | Cu = 0.10 |
| Nb = 0.40 | ||
| Mechanical Properties (R.T.) | |
| Yield Strength | 88,000psi |
| Tensile Strength | 58,000psi |
| Elongation | 42% |
Deposited All Weld Metal Properties
Data is typical for ER347 weld metal deposited by Tig using 100% Argon as the shielding gas.
| Recommended Welding Parameters | |||
| GTAW “Tig Process” | |||
| Wire Diameter | Amps DCSP | Volts | Shielding Gas |
| .035 | 60-90 | 12-15 | Argon 100% |
| .045 | 80-110 | 13-16 | Argon 100% |
| 1/16 | 90-130 | 14-16 | Argon 100% |
| 3/32 | 120-175 | 15-20 | Argon 100% |
Note: Parameters for tig welding are dependent upon plate thickness and welding position.
Other shielding Gases may be used for Tig welding. Shielding gases are chosen taking Quality, Cost, and Operability into consideration.
ER330
Conforms to Certification: AWS A5.9 ASME SFA A5.9
Weld Process Used for Tig (GTAW)
AWS Chemical Composition Requirements
C = 0.18 – 0.25
Cr = 15.0 – 17.0
Ni = 34.0 – 37.0
Mo = 0.75 max
Mn = 1.0 – 2.5
Si = 0.30 – 0.65
P = 0.03 max
S = 0.03 max
Cu = 0.75 max
Available Sizes
.030 x 36
.035 x 36
.045 x 36
1/16 x 36
3/32 x 36
1/8 x 36
3/16 x 36
5/32 x 36
Application
ER330 is used to weld cast and wrought material of similar chemical composition. The weld metal provides excellent heat and scale resistance up to 1800ºF. However, high sulfur environments may adversely affect elevated temperature performance. This being a fully austenitic alloy, low heat input is necessary.
| Deposited Chemical Composition % (Typical) | ||
| C = 0.23 | Mo = 0.10 | P = 0.014 |
| Cr = 15.95 | Mn = 1.95 | S = 0.005 |
| Ni = 35.20 | Si = 0.42 | Cu = 0.15 |
| Mechanical Properties (R.T.) | |
| Yield Strength | 84,000psi |
| Tensile Strength | 56,500psi |
| Elongation | 29% |
Deposited All Weld Metal Properties
Data is typical for ER330 weld metal deposited by Tig using 100% Argon as the shielding gas.
| Recommended Welding Parameters | |||
| GTAW “Tig Process” | |||
| Wire Diameter | Amps DCSP | Volts | Shielding Gas |
| .035 | 60-90 | 12-15 | Argon 100% |
| .045 | 80-110 | 13-16 | Argon 100% |
| 1/16 | 90-130 | 14-16 | Argon 100% |
| 3/32 | 120-175 | 15-20 | Argon 100% |
Note: Parameters for tig welding are dependent upon plate thickness and welding position.
Other shielding Gases may be used for Tig welding. Shielding gases are chosen taking Quality, Cost, and Operability into consideration.
ER320LR
Conforms to Certification: AWS A5.9 ASME SFA A5.9
Weld Process Used for Tig (GTAW)
AWS Chemical Composition Requirements
C = 0.025 max
Cr = 19.0 – 21.0
Ni = 32.0 – 36.0
Mo = 2.0 – 3.0
Mn = 1.5 – 2.0
Si = 0.15 max
P = 0.015 max
S = 0.02 max
Cu = 3.0 – 4.0
Nb = 8 x C (min) – 0.4 (max)
Available Sizes
.030 x 36
.035 x 36
.045 x 36
1/16 x 36
3/32 x 36
1/8 x 36
3/16 x 36
5/32 x 36
Application
ER320LR has a composition similar to ER320, except that carbon, silicon, phosphorus, and sulfur levels are kept at a lower level. The low melting residuals are limited in this alloy to reduce micro fissuring. This alloy is often used for welding type ER320 stainless steels.
| Deposited Chemical Composition % (Typical) | ||
| C = 0.015 | Mo = 2.50 | P = 0.007 |
| Cr = 19.60 | Mn = 1.60 | S = 0.007 |
| Ni = 34.10 | Si = 0.05 | Cu = 3.40 |
| Nb = 0.25 | ||
| Mechanical Properties (R.T.) | |
| Yield Strength | 86,000psi |
| Tensile Strength | 57,500psi |
| Elongation | 35% |
Deposited All Weld Metal Properties
Data is typical for ER320LR weld metal deposited by Tig using 100% Argon as the shielding gas.
| Recommended Welding Parameters | |||
| GTAW “Tig Process” | |||
| Wire Diameter | Amps DCSP | Volts | Shielding Gas |
| .035 | 60-90 | 12-15 | Argon 100% |
| .045 | 80-110 | 13-16 | Argon 100% |
| 1/16 | 90-130 | 14-16 | Argon 100% |
| 3/32 | 120-175 | 15-20 | Argon 100% |
Note: Parameters for tig welding are dependent upon plate thickness and welding position.
Other shielding Gases may be used for Tig welding. Shielding gases are chosen taking Quality, Cost, and Operability into consideration.
ER502
Conforms to Certification: AWS A5.9 ASME SFA A5.9
Weld Process Used for Tig (GTAW)
AWS Chemical Composition Requirements
C = 0.10 max
Cr = 4.6 – 6.0
Ni = 0.60 max
Mo = 0.45 – 0.65
Mn = 0.60 max
Si = 0.50 max
P = 0.03 max
S = 0.03 max
Cu = 0.75 max
Available Sizes
.030 x 36
.035 x 36
.045 x 36
1/16 x 36
3/32 x 36
1/8 x 36
3/16 x 36
5/32 x 36
Application
ER502 is used for welding 502 base materials, frequently tube or pipe. Preheating and post-weld heat treatment is required.
| Deposited Chemical Composition % (Typical) | ||
| C = 0.07 | Mo = 5.0 | P = 0.015 |
| Cr = 5.45 | Mn = 0.44 | S = 0.006 |
| Ni = 0.45 | Si = 0.04 | Cu = 0.20 |
| Mechanical Properties (R.T.) | |
| Yield Strength | 60,500psi |
| Tensile Strength | 78,500psi |
| Elongation | 32% |
Deposited All Weld Metal Properties
Data is typical for ER502 weld metal deposited by Tig using 100% Argon as the shielding gas.
| Recommended Welding Parameters | |||
| GTAW “Tig Process” | |||
| Wire Diameter | Amps DCSP | Volts | Shielding Gas |
| .035 | 60-90 | 12-15 | Argon 100% |
| .045 | 80-110 | 13-16 | Argon 100% |
| 1/16 | 90-130 | 14-16 | Argon 100% |
| 3/32 | 120-175 | 15-20 | Argon 100% |
Note: Parameters for tig welding are dependent upon plate thickness and welding position.
Other shielding Gases may be used for Tig welding. Shielding gases are chosen taking Quality, Cost, and Operability into consideration.
ER505
Conforms to Certification: AWS A5.9 ASME SFA A5.9
Weld Process Used for Tig (GTAW)
AWS Chemical Composition Requirements
C = 0.10 max
Cr = 8.0 – 10.5
Ni = 0.50 max
Mo = 0.8 – 1.20
Mn = 0.60 max
Si = 0.50 max
P = 0.03 max
S = 0.03 max
Cu = 0.75 max
Available Sizes
.030 x 36
.035 x 36
.045 x 36
1/16 x 36
3/32 x 36
1/8 x 36
3/16 x 36
5/32 x 36
Application
ER505 is for welding tube or pipe of similar composition. Preheating and post-weld heat treatments are required.
| Deposited Chemical Composition % (Typical) | ||
| C = 0.08 | Mo = 1.05 | P = 0.023 |
| Cr = 9.15 | Mn = 0.45 | S = 0.022 |
| Ni = 0.40 | Si = 0.34 | Cu = 0.18 |
| Mechanical Properties (R.T.) | |
| Yield Strength | 63,500psi |
| Tensile Strength | 79,000psi |
| Elongation | 30% |
Deposited All Weld Metal Properties
Data is typical for ER505 weld metal deposited by Tig using 100% Argon as the shielding gas.
| Recommended Welding Parameters | |||
| GTAW “Tig Process” | |||
| Wire Diameter | Amps DCSP | Volts | Shielding Gas |
| .035 | 60-90 | 12-15 | Argon 100% |
| .045 | 80-110 | 13-16 | Argon 100% |
| 1/16 | 90-130 | 14-16 | Argon 100% |
| 3/32 | 120-175 | 15-20 | Argon 100% |
Note: Parameters for tig welding are dependent upon plate thickness and welding position.
Other shielding Gases may be used for Tig welding. Shielding gases are chosen taking Quality, Cost, and Operability into consideration.
ER630
Conforms to Certification: AWS A5.9 ASME SFA A5.9
Weld Process Used for Tig (GTAW)
AWS Chemical Composition Requirements
C = 0.05 max
Cr = 16.0 – 16.75
Ni = 4.5 – 5.0
Mo = 0.75 max
Mn = 0.25 – 0.75
Si = 0.75 max
P = 0.03 max
S = 0.03 max
Cu = 3.25 – 4.00
Nb + Ta = 0.15 – 0.30
Available Sizes
.030 x 36
.035 x 36
.045 x 36
1/16 x 36
3/32 x 36
1/8 x 36
3/16 x 36
5/32 x 36
Application
ER630 classification is designed primarily for welding ASTM A564 type 630 and some other precipitation-hardening stainless steels. The composition is modified to prevent the formation of ferrite networks in the martensitic microstructure which has a great effect on mechanical properties. The weld metal may be used either as welded, welded and precipitation hardened, or welding and solution treated. Mechanical properties of this alloy are greatly influenced by the heat treatment.
| Deposited Chemical Composition % (Typical) | ||
| C = 0.03 | Mo = 0.20 | P = 0.020 |
| Cr = 16.51 | Mn = 0.54 | S = 0.018 |
| Ni = 4.75 | Si = 0.41 | Cu = 3.62 |
| Nb +Ta = 0.23 | ||
| Mechanical Properties (R.T.) | |
| Yield Strength | 150,000psi |
| Tensile Strength | 135,000psi |
| Elongation | 10% |
Deposited All Weld Metal Properties
They are dependent on the utilization of a post weld heat treatment and a precipitation hardening based on temp, and time exposed to temperature.
| Recommended Welding Parameters | |||
| GTAW “Tig Process” | |||
| Wire Diameter | Amps DCSP | Volts | Shielding Gas |
| .035 | 60-90 | 12-15 | Argon 100% |
| .045 | 80-110 | 13-16 | Argon 100% |
| 1/16 | 90-130 | 14-16 | Argon 100% |
| 3/32 | 120-175 | 15-20 | Argon 100% |
Note: Parameters for tig welding are dependent upon plate thickness and welding position.
Other shielding Gases may be used for Tig welding. Shielding gases are chosen taking Quality, Cost, and Operability into consideration.
ER2209
Conforms to Certification: AWS A5.9 ASME SFA A5.9
Weld Process Used for Tig (GTAW)
AWS Chemical Composition Requirements
C = 0.03 max
Cr = 21.5 – 23.5
Ni = 7.5 – 9.5
Mo = 2.5 – 3.5
Mn = 0.50 – 2.0
Si = 0.90 max
P = 0.03 max
S = 0.03 max
Cu = 0.75 max
N = 0.08 – 0.20
Available Sizes
.030 x 36
.035 x 36
.045 x 36
1/16 x 36
3/32 x 36
1/8 x 36
3/16 x 36
5/32 x 36
Application
ER2209 is intended to weld duplex stainless steels. It exhibits high tensile strength and resistance to stress and corrosion cracking. Exhibits a low ferrite.
| Deposited Chemical Composition % (Typical) | ||
| C = 0.016 | Mo = 2.91 | P = 0.014 |
| Cr = 22.40 | Mn = 1.40 | S = 0.017 |
| Ni = 8.5 | Si = 0.45 | N = 0.18 |
| Mechanical Properties (R.T.) | |
| Yield Strength | 80,500psi |
| Tensile Strength | 105,000psi |
| Elongation | 26% |
Deposited All Weld Metal Properties
Data is typical for ER2209 weld metal deposited by Tig using 100% Argon as the shielding gas.
| Recommended Welding Parameters | |||
| GTAW “Tig Process” | |||
| Wire Diameter | Amps DCSP | Volts | Shielding Gas |
| .035 | 60-90 | 12-15 | Argon 100% |
| .045 | 80-110 | 13-16 | Argon 100% |
| 1/16 | 90-130 | 14-16 | Argon 100% |
| 3/32 | 120-175 | 15-20 | Argon 100% |
Note: Parameters for tig welding are dependent upon plate thickness and welding position.
Other shielding Gases may be used for Tig welding. Shielding gases are chosen taking Quality, Cost, and Operability into consideration.
