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CLASSIFICATIONS: E80T1-A1C per AWS A5.29, ASME SFA 5.29

Select 81-A1 is a low alloy steel electrode intended for single and multiple pass welding of certain carbon-molybdenum steels where the addition of 1/2 percent of molybdenum is required in the deposited weld metal.

APPLICATIONS: Select 81-A1 is well-suited for welding certain C-MO steels used in the fabrication of boilers and pressure vessels such as ASTM A161, A204 and A302 Gr. A plate.

DIAMETERS: 1/16", 3/32"

SHIELDING GAS: 100% CO2, 35-50 cfh

WELDING POSITIONS: Flat and Horizontal

CHARACTERISTICS:

  • Spray-like arc transfer with very low spatter.
  • Exhibits minimum of convexity.
  • Complete slag coverage with easy detachment.

    TYPICAL MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
     
    SR 1 Hr. at 1150° F
    Ultimate Tensile Strength (psi) 90,300
    Yield Strength (psi) 79,600
    Percent Elongation 24.5

    TYPICAL DEPOSIT COMPOSITION
    Wt% C Mn P S Si Mo
    .03 .65 .010 .010 .45 .58

    RECOMMENDED WELDING PARAMETERS
      Operating Range Optimum
    Diam. Amps Volts WFS Amps Volts
    1/16" 350 29 300 150-400 22-34
    5/64" 390 29 250 280-430 26-33
    3/32" 450 31 210 275-550 26-34

    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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