E8018-C3
AWS A5.1 E8018-C3
ASME SFA 5.1 E8018-C3
8018-C3 is an outstanding all position low hydrogen electrode designed for welding high strength steels and applications needing 1% nickel. This electrode offers a high deposition, low spatter, easy slag removal, excellent arc characteristics and wetting action. USA 8018-C3 is commonly used on ASTM A514 & 517, Cor-ten, Mayari R, LT75, N-A-Z High Tensile, V-55, Yoloy HS, and many other military and commercial applications.
TYPICAL WELD METAL CHEMISTRY (%)
C | 0.07 |
Mn | 0.91 |
Si | 0.45 |
S | 0.014 |
Mo | 0.22 |
TYPICAL MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF WELD DEPOSIT
(As welded)
Yield strength (psi) | 77,000 |
Tensile strength (psi) | 87,000 |
Elongation in 2" (%) | 31% |
Charpy V-notch at - 20 degrees | 44 ft lbs |