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2.5mm (2kg/Pkt)

Superon Electrode Super Optimal 8018W2 (E 8018 W2) Weathering Steel

SKU Description
WE8018W2502
2.5mm (2kg/Pkt)
WE8018W3202
3.2mm (2kg/Pkt)
  • Sold as 2Kg Packet
    SUPER OPTIMAL 8018W2 (E 8018 W2) is a specially designed low hydrogen, moisture resistance basictype copper bearing corrosion resistance electrode for low alloy, weatheringtype structural steels. Excellent weldability in all positions. Easy slag removal, finely rippled smooth weldbead.

    Typical Applications:
    Welding of weathering steels
    CORTEN-A & CORTEN-B and their equivalents

    Current Range DC(+)/AC:
    Diameter(mm)/2.5/3.2/4.0
    Amp/60-90/100-140/140-180

    Typical Wire Chemistry (%):
    C/0.08
    Si/0.50
    Cu/0.50
    Mn/1.00
    Cr/0.60
    Ni/0.60
    P/0.025
    S/0.015

    Diffusible Hydrogen:
    4ml max. (per 100g weld metal)

    Typical Charpy V-Notch Properties:
    Impact Value -20C: 47J

    Typical mechanical properties of weld metal (AW):
    Elongation A5/>21%
    Tensile Strength/560-650 N/mm2
    Yield Strength/>480 N/mm2

    Classification:
    AWS A 5.5: E 8018 W2

    Approvals:
    DET Norske Veritas
    Bureau Veritas