ER80S-B2
Chromium-molybdenum solid wire (1.25% Cr, 0.50% Mo) for GMAW/GTAW welding of creep-resistant CrMo steels like 13CrMo4-5 (T11/P11) and similar grades. Tensile strength 80 ksi (550 MPa). Designed for power plant piping, boiler components, refinery equipment and pressure vessels operating at 450–550°C. PWHT (post-weld heat treatment) required at 690–720°C. Matching filler for ASTM A335 P11 pipe.
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The world's most widely used low-hydrogen SMAW (stick) welding electrode. Iron powder + calcium fluoride coating produces smooth, easy-to-control arc with minimal spatter and easy slag removal. Low hydrogen designation prevents hydrogen-induced cracking in structural joints. All-position welding (1 = flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead). AC or DCEP. Minimum 480 MPa tensile strength. Must be stored in heated ovens (250-300°F) to prevent moisture pickup. Used for structural steel, bridges, buildings, pressure vessels, and all code-compliant fabrication per AWS D1.1.
ER308L
Low-carbon austenitic stainless steel welding wire — the standard filler for joining 304 and 304L stainless steels. The L (low carbon ≤0.03%) prevents sensitization and intergranular corrosion in the heat-affected zone. Used for TIG (GTAW) and MIG (GMAW) with pure argon or Ar/CO2 shielding. Produces fully austenitic-ferritic weld metal with 5-15 FN (Ferrite Number) for crack resistance. Used for food processing equipment, chemical tanks, pharmaceutical vessels, and architectural stainless fabrication.
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