AWS A5.18 / ASME SFA5.
18 ER70S-6
JIS Z3312 YGW12
EN ISO 14341-A G 42 2 C G3Si1
EN ISO 14341-A G 42 3 M G3Si1
SM-70
Applications
Butt and fillet welding of steel structures such as vehicles, machinery and bridges.
Characteristics on Usage
SM-70 is a solid wire designed for all position welding by short-circuiting type transfer.
As the deposition efficiency is high and penetration is deep, highly efficient welding can be
performed.
Notes on Usage
Welding Position
1G
2F
3G
Current
Shielding Gas
DC +
CO/Ar+ CO
4G
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
0.07
0.83
1.48
0.017
0.020
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
YS
MPa(lbs/in2)
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
Temp.
()
CVN-Impact Value
J (ftlbs)
430 (62,400)
540 (78,400)
28
-29 (-20)
70 (52)
Approval
KR, ABS, LR, BV, DNV, GL,
NK, CWB, TV
I Packing (Including Ball Pac)
Dia. (mm)
(in)
Ball Pac
0.9 1.2 1.4 1.6
.035 .045 .052 1/16
Spool(kg)
(lbs)
5
11
Sizes Available and Recommended Currents (Amp.)
Size mm(in)
F & HF
V-up,OH
0.9 (.035)
50~220
50~140
1.2 (.045)
100~320
50~140
1.6 (1/16)
170~390
131
15
33
20
44
GMAW
Use with CO/Argon+15~25% COgas.
The Flow of quantity of shielding gas should be approximately 25/min.
Use wind screen against wind.
Keep distance between tip and base metal 6~15mm for less than 250A, and 15~25mm for
more than 250A of welding current.
AWS A5.18 / ASME SFA5.18 ER70S-6
JIS Z3312 YGW12
EN ISO 14341-A G 42 2 C G4Si1
EN ISO 14341-A G 46 4 M G4Si1
SM-70EN
Applications
Butt and fillet welding of steel structures such as vehicles, machinery and bridges.
Characteristics on Usage
SM-70 is a solid wire designed for all position welding by short-circuiting type transfer.
As the deposition efficiency is high and penetration is deep, highly efficient welding can be
performed.
Notes on Usage
Use with CO/Argon+15~25% COgas.
The Flow of quantity of shielding gas should be approximately 25/min.
Use wind screen against wind.
Keep distance between tip and base metal 6~15mm for less than 250A, and 15~25mm for
more than 250A of welding current.
Welding Position
1G
2F
3G
Current
Shielding Gas
DC +
CO/Ar+ CO
4G
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
0.08
0.95
1.70
0.019
0.015
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
YS
MPa(lbs/in2)
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
Temp.
()
CVN-Impact Value
J (ftlbs)
461 (66,900)
560 (81,200)
29
-29 (-20)
95 (55)
Approval
I Packing (Including Ball Pac)
Dia. (mm)
(in)
Ball Pac
0.9 1.2 1.4 1.6
.035 .045 .052 1/16
Spool(kg)
(lbs)
5
11
Sizes Available and Recommended Currents (Amp.)
Size mm(in)
F & HF
V-up,OH
132
0.9 (.035)
50~220
50~140
1.2 (.045)
100~320
50~140
1.6 (1/16)
170~390
-
15
33
20
44
SM-70G
AWS A5.18 / ASME SFA5.18 ER70S-G
JIS Z3312 YGW11
Applications
Flat and horizontal fillet welding of construction machinery, structural steels, bridges, ships,
vehicles, etc.
Characteristics on Usage
SM-70G is a solid MIG wire for flat and horizontal fillet welding and is to be used in a high current
welding with COshielding gas. It benefits from a high deposition rate and excellent penetration.
As this wire contains special elements, its weldability and impact values are excellent.
Notes on Usage
Welding Position
1G
Current
Shielding Gas
DC +
CO
2F
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ti
0.05
0.82
1.53
0.013
0.010
0.18
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
YS
MPa(lbs/in2)
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
Temp.
()
CVN-Impact Value
J (ftlbs)
450 (65,300)
560 (81,200)
28
-29 (-20)
80 (59)
Approval
KR, ABS, LR, BV, DNV, GL,
NK,
I Packing (Including Ball Pac)
Dia. (mm)
(in)
Ball Pac
0.9 1.2 1.4 1.6
.035 .045 .052 1/16
Spool(kg)
(lbs)
Sizes Available and Recommended Currents (Amp.)
Size mm(in)
F & HF
1.2 (.045)
200~350
1.4 (.052)
250~450
1.6 (1/16)
300~550
133
15
33
20
44
GMAW
Use with COgas.
Flow quantity of shielding gas should be 25/min. approximately.
Use wind screen against wind.
Keep distance between tip and base metal of 6~15mm for less than 250A, and 15~25mm for
more than 250A of welding current.
SM-70S
AWS A5.18 / ASME SFA5.18 ER70S-3
JIS Z3312 YGW16
Applications
Butt and fillet welding of vehicles, buildings, ships, machinery, etc.
Characteristics on Usage
SM-70S is a solid wire designed for all position welding and high speed welding of steel sheets
can be performed easily by short-circuiting welding.
Arc is stable and spatter loss is low.
Notes on Usage
Use with CO
/Argon+15~25% COgas.
Flow quantity of shielding gas should be 25/min. approximately.
Use wind screen against wind.
Keep the distance between tip and base metal of 6~15mm for less than 250A, and 15~25mm
for more than 250A of welding current.
Welding Position
1G
2F
3G
Current
Shielding Gas
DC +
CO/Ar+ CO
4G
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
0.07
0.65
1.14
0.015
0.010
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
YS
MPa(lbs/in2)
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
Temp.
()
CVN-Impact Value
J (ftlbs)
440 (63,900)
560 (81,300)
28
-20 (-4)
80 (59)
Approval
I Packing (Including Ball Pac)
ABS, LR, CWB
Dia. (mm)
(in)
Ball Pac
0.9 1.2 1.4 1.6
.035 .045 .052 1/16
Spool(kg)
(lbs)
Sizes Available and Recommended Currents (Amp.)
Size mm(in)
F & HF
V-up,OH
134
0.9 (.035)
50~200
50~140
1.2 (.045)
80~350
50~160
1.6 (1/16)
170~390
-
15
33
20
44
SM-70GS
AWS A5.18 / ASME SFA5.18 ER70S-G
JIS Z3312 YGW15
Applications
Butt and fillet welding of ships, steel structures and machinery.
Characteristics on Usage
SM-70GS is a solid wire for flat and fillet welding and is to be used with a high current welding with
Ar+COmixed gas.
As this wire contains special elements, its weldability and impact values are excellent.
Notes on Usage
Welding Position
1G
GMAW
Use with Ar+15~20% COgas.
Flow quantity of shielding gas should be 25/min. approximately.
Use wind screen against wind.
Current
Shielding Gas
DC +
Ar+CO
2F
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ti
0.06
0.62
1.21
0.015
0.006
0.10
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
YS
MPa(lbs/in2)
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
Temp.
()
CVN-Impact Value
J (ftlbs)
480 (69,700)
550 (79,800)
28
-20 (-4)
90 (66)
Approval
LR
I Packing (Including Ball Pac)
Dia. (mm)
(in)
Ball Pac
1.2 1.4 1.6
.045 .052 1/16
Spool(kg)
(lbs)
Sizes Available and Recommended Currents (Amp.)
Size mm(in)
F & HF
1.2 (.045)
80~300
1.4 (.052)
150~350
1.6 (1/16)
200~390
135
15
33
20
44
SM-55H
JIS Z3312 YGW18
Applications
Flat and horizontal fillet welding of construction machinery, structural steels, bridges, ships and
vehicles.
Characteristics on Usage
SM-55H is a solid wire for flat and horizontal fillet welding and is to be used in high current welding
with COshielding gas.
It benefits from a high deposition rate and excellent penetration.
As this wire contains special elements, its weldability and impact values are excellent.
Notes on Usage
Use with COgas.
Shielding gas flow rate should be 25/min.
Use wind screen against wind.
Keep distance between tip and base metal of 6~15mm for less than 250A, and 15~25mm for
more than 250A of welding current.
Welding Position
1G
Current
Shielding Gas
DC +
CO
2F
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ti
0.07
0.89
1.95
0.016
0.007
0.18
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
YS
MPa(lbs/in2)
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
Temp.
()
CVN-Impact Value
J (ftlbs)
550 (79,800)
630 (91,500)
28
0 (32)
110 (81)
Approval
I Packing (Including Ball Pac)
Dia. (mm)
(in)
Ball Pac
1.2 1.4 1.6
.045 .052 1/16
Spool(kg)
(lbs)
Sizes Available and Recommended Currents (Amp.)
Size mm(in)
F & HF
136
1.2 (.045)
200~350
1.4 (.052)
250~450
1.6 (1/16)
300~550
15
33
20
44
SM-80G
AWS A5.28 / ASME SFA5.28 ER80S-G
JIS Z3312 YGW21
Applications
Butt and fillet welding of steel structures and using 550MPa or 600MPa tensile steels such as
construction machinery, buildings and pressure vessels.
Characteristics on Usage
SM-80G is a solid wire for flat and horizontal fillet welding position. As the deposition rate is very
high, highly efficient welding can be performed.
As the wire contains special elements, its bead appearance is excellent.
Notes on Usage
Welding Position
1G
Current
Shielding Gas
DC +
CO
2F
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Mo
Ti
0.06
0.81
1.85
0.018
0.007
0.27
0.15
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
YS
MPa(lbs/in2)
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
Temp.
()
CVN-Impact Value
J (ftlbs)
580 (84,200)
660 (95,800)
24
-20 (-4)
120 (88)
Approval
ABS
I Packing (Including Ball Pac)
Dia. (mm)
(in)
Ball Pac
1.2 1.4 1.6
.045 .052 1/16
Spool(kg)
(lbs)
Sizes Available and Recommended Currents (Amp.)
Size mm(in)
F & HF
1.2 (.045)
200~350
1.4 (.052)
280~500
1.6 (1/16)
300~550
137
15
33
20
44
GMAW
Use with COgas.
Flow quantity of shielding gas should be 25/min. approximately.
Use wind screen against wind.
Keep distance between tip and base metal of 6~15mm for less than 250A, and 15~25mm for
more than 250A of welding current.
SM-80CM / ST-80CM
AWSA5.28 ER80S-G
JISZ3316 YGT1CM
Applications
All position welding of Industrial machine tools, pressure vessels, boiler structures and ocean
structures.
Characteristics on Usage
MIG welding for boiler steam pipe of Steam power generation and 1.0~1.25%Cr-0.5%Mo heat
resisting steel using for refining oil & chemical industrial machine tool.
Excellent TS and Impact value in a high temperature after heat treatment.
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Cr
Mo
0.09
0.67
1.02
1.19
0.45
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
Type
SM-80CM
ST-80CM
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
630 (91,500)
630 (91,500)
EL
(%)
27
28
CVN-Impact Value J (ftlbs)
PWHT
-0 (32)
-20 (-4)
140 (103)
120 (88)
690 - 1Hr
290 (215)
280 (207)
Typical Welding Conditions (GMAW: DC+(Pulse), GTAW: DC -)
Dia
(mm)
1.2
1.6
Type
SM-80CM
Dia
(mm)
1.0~2.0
1.6~3.2
2.4~3.2
3.2
Type
ST-80CM
138
Amp
(A)
250
300
Vol
(V)
26
29
Tungsten
(mm)
1.4
2.4
3.2
4.0
Cpm
(cm/min)
30
35
Amp
(A)
50~100
100~200
200~300
300~400
Gas Flow
(/min)
Shielding Gas
25
100% Ar or
Ar +2% O2
Gas Flow
(/min)
Shielding Gas
25
Ar
SM-100
AWS A5.28 ER100S-G
Applications
SM-100 is a 0.3Cr-1.7Ni-0.25Mo-alloyed, bare, solid wire for the GMAW of high strength steels
with low-temperature impact toughness requirements.
Characteristics on Usage
Characteristic features include excellent start properties, trouble-free feeding at high wire speeds
and lengthy feed distances, a very stable arc at high welding currents, extremely low levels of
spatter, low fume emission, reduced contact tip wear and improved protection against corrosion of
the wire.
Notes on Usage
GMAW
Use with 100%Ar or Ar+2~20%COgas.
Flow quantity of shielding gas should be 25/min. approximately.
Use the wind-screen against wind.
Shielding Gas
Current
Ar + CO(M21)
Pulse
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Cr
Ni
Mo
Fe
0.081
0.48
1.76
0.014
0.012
0.28
1.76
0.23
0.09
Rem.
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
YS
MPa(lbs/in2)
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
670 (97,300)
800 (116,000)
17.2
Approval
Temp.
()
-20 (-4)
-40 (-40)
CVN-Impact Value
J (ftlbs)
42 (31)
40 (30)
I Packing (Including Ball Pac)
Dia. (mm)
(in)
1.2
.045
1.6
1/16
Spool(kg)
(lbs)
Sizes Available and Recommended Currents (Amp.)
Size mm (in)
F & HF
1.2 (.045)
170 ~ 270
139
5 12.5 15
11 28 33
SM-110
AWS A5.28 ER110S-G
Applications
SM-110 is a 0.3Cr-1.9Ni-0.5Mo-alloyed, bare, solid wire for the GMAW of high strength steels with
low-temperature impact toughness requirements.
Characteristics on Usage
Characteristic features include excellent start properties, trouble-free feeding at high wire speeds
and lengthy feed distances, a very stable arc at high welding currents; extremely low levels of
spatter, low fume emission, reduced contact tip wear and improved protection against corrosion of
the wire.
Notes on Usage
Use with 100%Ar or Ar+2~20%COgas.
Flow quantity of shielding gas should be 25/min. approximately.
Use the wind-screen against wind.
Shielding Gas
Current
Ar + CO(M21)
Pulse
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Cr
Ni
Mo
0.089
0.75
1.83
0.015
0.012
0.3
1.90
0.52
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
YS
MPa(lbs/in2)
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
700 (103,000)
887 (128,700)
19.4
Approval
Temp.
()
-40 (-40)
-60 (-76)
CVN-Impact Value
J (ftlbs)
82 (60)
69 (51)
I Packing (Including Ball Pac)
Dia. (mm)
(in)
1.2
.045
1.6
1/16
Sizes Available and Recommended Currents (Amp.)
Size mm (in)
F & HF
140
1.2 (.045)
170 ~ 270
Spool(kg)
(lbs)
5 12.5 15
11 28 33
SM-307Si
EN12072 G 18 8 Mn
Applications
Used for welding of austenite type STS 304 and high Mn steels.
Used for joining dissimilar combinations of STS steels and carbon steels.
Characteristics on Usage
Though SM-307Si is a austenite type stainless wire, the weld metal contains ferrite and
resistance to crack is extremely good. The usability, such as arc stability and assimilability of
welds to base metal is extremely good.
Resistance to corrosion and the mechanical properties of the weld metal are good.
GMAW
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Cr
Ni
Mo
0.08
0.87
7.17
19.6
9.3
0.12
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
610 (88,600)
42
CVN-Impact Value J (ftlbs)
-0 (32)
-20 (-4)
83 (63)
59 (43)
PWHT
690 - 1Hr
Typical Welding Conditions (Pulse)
Dia
(mm)
1.2
1.6
Amp
(A)
250
300
Vol
(V)
26
29
Cpm
(cm/min)
30
35
Gas Flow
(/min)
Shielding Gas
25
100% Ar or
Ar +2%O2
141
SM-308
AWS A5.9 / ASME SFA5.9 ER308
JIS Z3321 YS308
Applications
MIG welding of 18%Cr-8%Ni steel for chemical industries such as oil, medical, fertilizer and textile
industries and for nuclear reactors.
Characteristics on Usage
Though SM-308 is austenitic type stainless steel wire, the weld metal contains ferrite and
resistance to crack is extremely good. The usability, such as arc stability and assimilability of
welds to base metal is extremely good.
Resistance to corrosion and the mechanical properties of the weld metal are good.
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ni
Cr
0.04
0.41
1.65
9.8
19.9
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
CVN-Impact Value J (ftlbs)
0(32)
-20 (-4)
590 (85,600)
40
100 (74)
50 (37)
Typical Welding Conditions (DC+)
Size
mm(in)
1.2 (.045)
1.6 (1/16)
142
260
300
27
29
Speed
(cm/min.)
30
34
Gas Flow
(/min.)
25
25
Remarks
Shielding gas
100%Ar or Ar+2%O
SM-308L
AWS A5.9 / ASME SFA5.9 ER308L
JIS Z3321 YS308L
EN ISO 14343-A - G 19 9 L
Applications
MIG welding of low carbon 18%Cr-8%Ni steel for chemical industries such as oil, medical, fertilizer
and textile industries and for nuclear reactors.
Characteristics on Usage
Though SM-308L is austenitic type stainless steel wire, the weld metal contains ferrite and
resistance to crack is extremely good. The usability, such as arc stability and assimilability of
welds to base metal is extremely good.
Resistance to corrosion and the mechanical properties of the weld metal are good.
GMAW
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ni
Cr
0.02
0.35
1.60
10.1
19.9
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
560 (81,300)
42
CVN-Impact Value J (ftlbs)
0(32)
-20 (-4)
90 (66)
50 (37)
Typical Welding Conditions (DC+)
Size
mm(in)
1.2 (.045)
1.6 (1/16)
260
300
27
29
Speed
(cm/min.)
30
34
Gas Flow
(/min.)
25
25
Remarks
Shielding gas
100%Ar or Ar+2%O
143
SM-308LSi
AWS A5.9 ER308LSi
Applications
MIG welding of low carbon 18%Cr-8%Ni steel for chemical industries such as oil, medical, fertilizer
and textile industries and for nuclear reactors.
Characteristics on Usage
SM-308LSi is an austenitic type stainless steel wire, the weld metal contains ferrite and crack
sensitivity is extremely good. The Usability, such as arc stability and assimilability of welds to
base metal is extremely excellent.
Resistance to corrosion and mechanical properties of weld metal are great.
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ni
Cr
Mo
0.027
0.79
1.96
10.02
20.78
0.1
Typical Mechanical properties of All-Weld Metal
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
610 (88,500)
40.4
Typical Welding Conditions (DC+)
Size
mm(in)
1.2
1.6
144
250
300
26
29
Speed
(cm/min.)
30
35
Gas Flow
(/min.)
Remarks
25
100%Ar or
Ar+2~5%O2
SM-309
AWS A5.9 / ASME SFA5.9 ER309
JIS Z3321 YS309
Applications
MIG welding of 22%Cr-12%Ni steel, heat resistant cast steel clad side of 18%Cr-8%Ni clad steel
and stainless steel to Cr-Mo steel or carbon steel.
Characteristics on Usage
As the weld metal contains ferrite, its crack resistibility is good.
Due to its high level of alloy, it has excellent resistance to heat.
GMAW
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ni
Cr
0.09
0.39
1.60
12.8
23.5
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
660 (95,700)
36
Typical Welding Conditions (DC+)
Size
mm(in)
1.2 (.045)
1.6 (1/16)
250
290
26
28
Speed
(cm/min.)
30
34
Gas Flow
(/min.)
25
25
Remarks
Shielding gas
100%Ar or Ar+2%O2
Approval
ABS
145
SM-309L
AWS A5.9 / ASME SFA5.9 ER309L
JIS Z3321 YS309L
EN ISO 14343-A - G 23 12 L
Applications
MIG welding of 22%Cr-12%Ni steel, heat resistant cast steel clad side of 18%Cr-8%Ni clad steel
and stainless steel to Cr-Mo steel or carbon steel.
Characteristics on Usage
As the weld metal contains ferrite, its resistance to crack is good.
Due to its high level of alloy, it has excellent heat resistance.
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ni
Cr
0.03
0.41
1.58
12.8
23.5
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
640 (92,900)
38
Typical Welding Conditions (DC+)
Size
mm(in)
1.2 (.045)
1.6 (1/16)
146
250
290
26
28
Speed
(cm/min.)
30
34
Gas Flow
(/min.)
25
25
Remarks
Shielding gas
100%Ar or Ar+2%O2
SM-309LSi
AWS A5.9 ER309LSi
Applications
MIG welding of 22%Cr-12%Ni steel, heat resistant cast steel clad side of 18%Cr-8%Ni clad steel
and stainless steel to Cr-Mo steel or carbon steel.
Characteristics on Usage
SM-309LSi is an austenitic type stainless steel wire, the weld metal contains ferrite and crack
sensitivity is extremely good. The Usability, such as arc stability and assimilability of welds to base
metal is extremely excellent. The high silicon content of wire improves the welding properties,
such as arc stability and bead wetting. Resistance to corrosion and mechanical properties of weld
metal are great.
GMAW
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ni
Cr
Mo
0.022
0.79
1.61
13.97
24.11
0.1
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
571 (82,800)
40.2
Typical Welding Conditions (DC+)
Size
mm(in)
1.2 (.045)
1.6 (1/16)
250
300
26
29
Speed
(cm/min.)
30
35
Gas Flow
(/min.)
Remarks
25
Shielding gas
100%Ar or Ar+2%O2
147
SM-309MoL
AWS A5.9 / ASME SFA5.9 ER309LMo
Applications
Mig Welding of dissimilar metals such as stainless steels and carbon steels
Characteristics on Usage
This wire contains a high ferrite level in its austenitic structure thus providing superior heat and
corrosion resistance. SM-309MoL is suitable for the build up on low alloy or mild steel and welding
of STS 316, 316L clad steel
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ni
Cr
Mo
0.01
0.35
1.8
13.7
23.2
2.5
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
660 (95,700)
34
Typical Welding Conditions (DC+)
Size
mm(in)
1.2 (.045)
1.6 (1/16)
148
250
300
26
29
Speed
(cm/min.)
30
35
Gas Flow
(/min.)
25
25
Remarks
Shielding gas
100%Ar or Ar+2%O2
SM-310
AWS A5.9 / ASME SFA5.9 ER310
JIS Z3321 YS310
EN12072 G 25 20
Applications
MIG welding of 25%Cr-20%Ni stainless steel, welding on the clad side of stainless clad steel.
Welding of dissimilar metals.
Characteristics on Usage
SM-310 has full austenitic structure.
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Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ni
Cr
0.09
0.35
1.90
20.9
26.8
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
610 (88,500)
40
Typical Welding Conditions (DC+)
Size
mm(in)
1.2 (.045)
1.6 (1/16)
250
300
26
29
Speed
(cm/min.)
30
35
Gas Flow
(/min.)
25
25
Remarks
Shielding gas
100%Ar or Ar+2%O2
149
SM-312
AWS A5.9 / ASME SFA5.9 ER312
JIS Z3321 YS312
Applications
Mig Welding of 29%Cr-9%Ni stainless steel and dissimilar metals
Characteristics on Usage
Due to high Cr content, it has excellent resistance to corrosion.
This wire contains a high ferrite level in its austenitic structure thus providing better crack
resistance.
SM-312 is suitable for the welding of dissimilar metal such as stainless steels, mild steels and low
alloy and used build up of hardfacing.
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ni
Cr
0.10
0.38
1.68
8.8
30.0
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
720 (104,400)
32
Typical Welding Conditions (DC+)
Size
mm(in)
1.2 (.045)
1.6 (1/16)
150
250
300
26
29
Speed
(cm/min.)
30
35
Gas Flow
(/min.)
25
25
Remarks
Shielding gas
100%Ar or Ar+2%O2
SM-316
AWS A5.9 / ASME SFA5.9 ER316
JIS Z3321 YS316
Applications
MIG welding of 18%Cr-12%Ni-2%Mo stainless steel for chemical industries and nuclear reactors.
Characteristics on Usage
Though SM-316 is austenitic type stainless steel wire, the weld metal contains ferrite and
resistance to crack is quite good.
The usability, such as arc stability and assimilability of welds to base metal is good.
Resistance to corrosion and heat is quite good.
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Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ni
Cr
Mo
0.06
0.40
1.71
12.6
19.4
2.5
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
580 (84,100)
39
Typical Welding Conditions (DC+)
Size
mm(in)
1.2 (.045)
1.6 (1/16)
250
300
26
29
Speed
(cm/min.)
30
35
Gas Flow
(/min.)
25
25
Remarks
Shielding gas
100%Ar or Ar+2%O2
151
SM-316L
AWS A5.9 / ASME SFA5.9 ER316L
JIS Z3321 YS316L
EN ISO 14343-A - G 19 12 3 L
Applications
MIG welding of low carbon 18%Cr-12%Ni-2%Mo stainless steel for chemical industries and
nuclear reactors.
Characteristics on Usage
Though SM-316L is austenitic type stainless steel wire, the weld metal contains ferrite and
resistance to crack is quite good.
The usability, such as, arc stability and assimilability of welds to base metal is good.
Resistance to corrosion and heat is quite good.
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ni
Cr
MO
0.02
0.39
1.69
12.8
19.5
2.5
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
570 (82,700)
39
Typical Welding Conditions (DC+)
Size
mm(in)
1.2 (.045)
1.6 (1/16)
Approval
ABS
152
250
300
26
29
Speed
(cm/min.)
30
35
Gas Flow
(/min.)
25
25
Remarks
Shielding gas
100%Ar or Ar+2%O2
SM-316LSi
AWS A5.9 ER316LSi
Applications
MIG welding of low carbon 18%Cr-12%Ni-2% Mo steel for chemical industries and nuclear
reactors.
Characteristics on Usage
SM-316LSi is an austenitic type stainless steel wire , the weld metal contains ferrite and crack
sensitivity is extremely good. The Usability, such as arc stability and assimilability of welds to base
metal is extremely excellent. The high silicon content of wire improves the welding properties,
such as arc stability and bead wetting. Resistance to corrosion and mechanical properties of weld
metal are great.
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Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ni
Cr
Mo
0.030
0.65
2.36
11.62
19.76
2.50
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
597 (86,600)
37
Typical Welding Conditions (DC+)
Size
mm(in)
1.2 (.045)
1.6 (1/16)
250
300
26
29
Speed
(cm/min.)
30
35
Gas Flow
(/min.)
Remarks
25
Shielding gas
100%Ar or Ar+2%O2
153
SM-347
AWS A5.9 / ASME SFA5.9 ER347
JIS Z3321 YS347
Applications
Mig Welding of 18%Cr-8%Ni-Nb(STS 347) and 18%Cr-8%Ni-Ti(STS 321) stainless steel
Characteristics on Usage
As the weld metal contains ferrite, its resistance to crack is good.
SM-347 has stabilizing element (Nb) thus providing good integranular corrosion resistance and
better heat resistance.
Due to high creep strength at high temperature, suitable for the welding of boiler and gas turbine.
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ni
Cr
Nb
0.05
0.43
1.66
9.6
20.0
0.7
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
680 (98,600)
30
Typical Welding Conditions (DC+)
Size
mm(in)
1.2 (.045)
1.6 (1/16)
154
250
300
26
29
Speed
(cm/min.)
30
35
Gas Flow
(/min.)
25
25
Remarks
Shielding gas
100%Ar or Ar+2%O2
SM-2209
AWS A5.9 / ASME SFA5.9 ER2209
Applications
Used for welding of 22%Cr-5%Ni-2%Mo-0.15%N STS steel.
Used for welding of offshore oil/gas, chemical and petrochemical process industries, e.g.
pipework systems, flowlines, risers, manifolds etc.
Characteristics on Usage
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ni
Cr
Mo
0.01
0.41
1.70
8.9
23.4
3.2
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
Temp.
()
CVN-Impact Value
J (ftlbs) 0 (32)
PREN
784 (113,700)
30
-20 (-4)
83
35
Ferrite Contents of All-Weld Metal (Shielding gas : 100%Ar)
WRC-1992
Shaeffler Diagram(%)
40.8
46.4
As welded
Typical Welding Conditions (DC+)
Size
mm(in)
1.2 (.045)
1.6 (1/16)
250
300
26
29
Speed
(cm/min.)
30
35
Gas Flow
(/min.)
25
25
Remarks
Shielding gas
100%Ar or Ar+2%O2
155
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Duplex stainless steel pipes, plates, fittings and forgings have an approximate 50:50
microstructure of austenite with a ferrite matrix.
Preheat not generally required. Interpass temperature 100 ~ 150 max, heat input in the range
1.0 ~ 1.5KJ/min - depending on material thickness.
Good general corrosion resistance in a range of environments.
High resistance to chloride induced stress corrosion cracking (CSCC).
SM-410
AWS A5.9 / ASME SFA5.9 ER410
JIS Z3321 YS410
Applications
Mig Welding of 13%Cr stainless steel (STS 403, STS 410)
Characteristics on Usage
Structure of all-weld metal is martensite having magnetic properties thus providing high hardness,
good anti-abrasive property.
Due to excellent resistance to corrosion and abrasion, It can be used to hardfacing application.
Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Ni
Cr
0.10
0.38
0.34
0.17
12.0
Typical Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
TS
MPa(lbs/in2)
EL
(%)
540 (78,300)
35
Typical Welding Conditions (DC+)
Size
mm(in)
1.2 (.045)
1.6 (1/16)
156
250
300
26
29
Speed
(cm/min.)
30
35
Gas Flow
(/min.)
25
25
Remarks
Shielding gas
100%Ar or Ar+2%O2
SM-430LNb
JIS Z3321 YS430 LNb
EN ISO 14343-A-G-18LNb
Applications
SM-430LNb is a Mig wire for horizontal, fillet and flat position welding of 429 and 444 type
stainless steels.
Mainly used for automotive exhaust applications, especially for manifolds and catalytic
converter canning.
Characteristics on Usage
This wire gives excellent bead apperance and provides the operator with a soft stable arc and
low spatter levels thus giving enhanced appearance.
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Typical Chemical Composition of Wire (%)
C
Si
Mn
Cr
Ni
Nb
0.01
0.41
0.33
18.4
0.27
0.45
Typical Welding Conditions (Pulse)
Dia
(mm)
1.2
1.6
Amp
(A)
250
300
Vol
(V)
26
29
Cpm
(cm/min)
30
35
Gas Flow
(/min)
Shielding Gas
25
100% Ar or
Ar +2%O2
157
NOTE