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CLASSIFICATIONS: E100T1-K3C per AWS A5.29, ASME SFA 5.29

Select 100-K3, with a minimum tensile strength of 100 Ksi and good CVN toughness levels, is a gas-shielded electrode for flux cored arc welding of certain high strength, low alloy steels. This electrode is intended for single and multiple pass welding in horizontal fillets and the flat position.

APPLICATIONS: Select 100-K3 is an excellent selection for welding steels such as A514 and HY-80. These steels are typically used in fabrications such as heavy crane assemblies, mining machinery and large earthmoving equipment.

DIAMETERS: 1/16", 5/64", 3/32"

SHIELDING GAS: 100% CO2, 35-50 cfh

WELDING POSITIONS: Flat and Horizontal

CHARACTERISTICS:

  • Promotes low diffusible hydrogen levels in the weld deposit.
  • Good CVN toughness at lower temperatures.
  • Exhibits good bead profiles with excellent slag detachment.
  • Relatively low spatter levels.

    TYPICAL MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
    Ultimate Tensile Strength (psi) 105,700
    Yield Strength (psi) 94,000
    Percent Elongation 23
    CVN (ft-lb f) @ 0° F 40

    TYPICAL DEPOSIT COMPOSITION
    Wt% C Mn P S Si Ni Mo
    .05 1.20 .010 .011 .30 1.75 .35

    RECOMMENDED WELDING PARAMETERS
      Operating Range Optimum
    Diam. Amps
    (DCEP)
    Volts WFS
    (in/min)
    ESO Amps Volts WFS
    3/32" 275-550 26/34 120-270 1 " 450 31 210
    5/64" 280-430 26/33 140-300 1 " 390 29 250
    1/16" 250-400 26/32 220-410 1" 350 29 360

    Notice: The results reported are based upon testing of the product under controlled laboratory conditions in accordance with American Welding Society Standards. Actual use of the product may produce different results due to varying conditions. An example of such conditions would be electrode size, plate chemistry, environment, weldment design, fabrication methods, welding procedure and service requirements. Thus the results are not guarantees for use in the field. The manufacturer disclaims any warranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with respect to its products.

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