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CLASSIFICATIONS: E101T1-K3C, K3M per AWS A5.29, ASME SFA 5.29

Select 101-K3C and Select 101-K3M are superb choices for those applications requiring 100 Ksi minimum tensile strength and good CVN toughness. These electrodes are intended for single and multiple pass, all position welding of low alloy steels.

APPLICATIONS: Select 101-K3C and Select 101-K3M are intended for those weldments requiring 100 Ksi tensile strength and good subzero toughness. They are ideal for all position welding of steels such as HY-80, HY-100 and ASTM 514. These materials can be found in shipbuilding, offshore structures and crane fabrication.

DIAMETERS: .045", .052", 1/16"

SHIELDING GAS: Select 101-K3C (100% CO2), Select 101-K3M (75-80% Ar/balance CO2), 35-50 cfh

WELDING POSITIONS: All positions

CHARACTERISTICS:

  • Excellent welder appeal in all positions.
  • Ideal for all position welding of certain HSLA steels.
  • Weld metal composition is similar to E10018-M.
    TYPICAL MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
     
    All Weld Metal As Welded
    Ultimate Tensile Strength (psi) 109,200
    Yield Strength (psi) 94,000
    Percent Elongation 21
    CVN (ft-lb f) @ 0° F 51
                      @ -20° F 48

    TYPICAL DEPOSIT COMPOSITION
    Wt% C Mn P S Si Ni Mo
    		.04 1.50 .010 .010 .30 1.75 .35

    TYPICAL WELDING PARAMETERS*
      Optimum Range
    Diam. Position Amps Volts WFS Amps Volts
    1/16" Flat 350 29 300 150-400 22-34
      Overhead 225 26 160 150-310 22-28
      Vertical up 225 25 160 150-280 22-27
    .052" Flat 300 28 360 100-330 19-32
      Overhead 225 26 245 150-310 21-28
      Vertical up 225 25 245 150-280 21-27
    .045" Flat 250 28 282 100-300 21-32
      Overhead 200 26 265 150-280 21-29
      Vertical up 200 25 265 100-230 21-28

    * With CO2 shielding gas. For 75Ar/25CO2 decrease voltage by 1 to 1.5 volts.

    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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