HFM 818S

Basic electrode for creep-resistant steels

Product description

Low-hydrogen chromium-molybdenum basic electrode for welding creep-resistant steels (0.5% Cr – 0.5% Mo). Pipes, boilers, for use in service up to 500°C. Smooth melting, easy slag removal. Attractive appearance of deposited metal.

Main sectors of use: chemicals and petrochemicals.

Product application instructions

Steels and tubes for boilers and pressure vessels:
NF A 36-206 : 15D3 – 18MD4 .05 – 15CD2.05
DIN 17155 : 20 Cr Mo 2 – 20 Mo Cr 4 – 15 Cr Mo 3
BS 1501 : Gr 261
Vallourec nuance : Chromesco 1

Classification

AWS A5.5 ISO 3580 EN 1599
E 8018-B1 E 0.5 Cr Mo B 20 E Cr Mo 0.5 B 42

Chemical analysis (%)

C If Mn Cr Mo S P
<0.12 0.4 0.8 5.0 5.0 <0.025 <0.025

Mechanical characteristics

Rm (MPa) Rp0.2 (MPa) A5 (%) Av - ISO - V
>550 >460 >19 +20°C >160

Why choose this basic electrode?

Vacuum-packed 5 or 6Kg electrode for welding highly stressed steel assemblies (carbon and carbon manganese) (tensile strength up to 510 MPa).

It features excellent mechanical properties, particularly at low temperatures.