312 "universal" series weld-all style electrodes (welding rods) for high-strength and crack-resistant welding of almost any steel or stainless-steel, including dissimiliar metals. Ideal for; Unknown steels, Dissimilar steels (eg steel to stainless), Die or tool steel, etc. (Not recommended for cast iron). Classification E312-16.
Available in 1kg re-usable packs & blister/handy packs, in 2.6mm & 3.2mm
- Platinum 312 2.6mm 1kg Re-Usable Pack
KEY FEATURES
> Univeral electrode for welding almost any steel or stainless-steel, including dissimiliar metals
> Weld metal is strong and crack resistant
> All positional, except vertical-down
> Smooth arc, low spatter, excellent slag control/detachability and high quality weld appearance
> Easy to use & suitable for low OCV (open circuit voltage) welding machines (>45V)
APPLICATION INFO:
> Deposits 29% Cr / 9% Ni stainless steel type filler metal
> High strength & excellent resistance to hot cracking even under conditions of high dilution
> Commonly used for repair and maintenance welding of unknown &/or dissimilar steels
> Mild steel to stainless-steel
> Die or tool steel
> Suitable as buffer layer prior to hard facing
> NOT recommended for cast iron
OPERATING INFO:
> All welding positions, excluding vertical down
> Polarity: DC+ or AC+ (electrode +)
> Minimum recommended OCV (open circuit voltage): 45V
> Avoid high / excessive current
> Use straight "stringer" bead (rather than weave) technique
CLASSIFICATIONS:
> AWS A5.4 E 312-16
TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF ALL WELD METAL
> Tensile strength 770 Mpa (N\mm2)
> Yield strength 500 Mpa (N\mm2)
> Elongation 35%
> Composition %: C0.08 Mn1.30 Si0.80 Cr29.0 Ni8.50 FeBal'
FAQs:
How many rods per pack/KG ?
2.6mm = approx. 50 rods per KG / 125 rods per 2.5kg pkt
3.2mm = approx. 33 rods per KG / 83 rods per 2.5kg pkt
