E 8018–B3L
1264n ama 1264n

Welding electrode for creep resistant steels
AMA 1264N
AWS/ASME SFA – 5.5 : | E 8018–B3L |
DIN 8575 : | E CrMo 2 B 20+ |
prEN 1599 : | E CrMo 2 B 42 H 10 |
Application/properties:
Basic electrode with low carbon weld metal , suitable for creep resistant and hydrogen resistant steels (boiler, vessels and pipes) up to working temperature of 600°C. Its weld metal is tough and resistant to work embitterment.
Weld metal analysis in % (typical values):
C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
<0.05 | 0.7 | 0.3 | <0.02 | <0.02 | 2.3 | 1 |
Mechanical Properties of all-weld metal:
(single values are typical values)
Tensile Strength ( N/mm 2 ) |
Yield Strength ( N/mm 2 ) |
Elongation A5 (%) |
Impact energy (J) ISO - V 20°C+ |
Heat treatment |
---|---|---|---|---|
>550 | > 460 | > 17 | 120 | T |
T: Tempered 1 hour at 790°C, furnace cooling to 300°C
Welding Parameters | ||
---|---|---|
Diameter (mm) | Length (mm) | Amperage (A) |
2.5 | 350 | 60 – 90 |
3.25 | 450 | 100 – 140 |
4.0 | 450 | 140 – 180 |
5.0 | 450 | 190– 230 |
Materials:
DIN Standard | 10CrMo9 10; 10CrSiMoV7; G17CrMo9; GS-12CrMo 9 10 |
ASTM Standard | A181 Gr. F22; A217 Gr.WC9; A335 Gr.P22; A336 Gr.F22. |
Rebaking:
required at 300°C to 350°C for 2 hours