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CLASSIFICATIONS: E80T1-B2C per AWS A5.29, ASME SFA 5.29

Select 81-B2 is a low alloy steel electrode for flux cored arc welding. This electrode is designed for single and multiple pass welding in the flat and horizontal positions of certain chromium-molybdenum steel and pipe grades, where 1 1/4% Cr and 1/2% Mo are required in the weld deposit.

APPLICATIONS: Select 81-B2 is an excellent selection to weld steels subject to high temperature service such as ASTM A387, Gr. 11 plate and A335 P11 pipe. These materials are employed in the fabrication of boilers, heat exchangers and pressure vessels.

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

SHIELDING GAS: 100% CO2, 35-50 cfh

WELDING POSITIONS: Flat and Horizontal

CHARACTERISTICS:

  • Promotes spray-like arc transfer with very low spatter.
  • Bead profile exhibits minimum of convexity.
  • Resists creep and maintains strength at elevated temperatures.

    TYPICAL MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
     
    SR 1 Hr. at 1275° F
    Ultimate Tensile Strength (psi) 91,000
    Yield Strength (psi) 81,500
    Percent Elongation 20

    TYPICAL DEPOSIT COMPOSITION
    Wt% C Mn P S Si Cr Mo
    .06 .63 .010 .010 .57 1.20 .50

    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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