E320-16

Class: E320-16
AWS: A5.4

Conforms to Certification: AWS A5.4 | ASME SFA 5.4

Weld Process: Shielded Manual Metal Arc

AWS Chemical Composition Requirements
C = 0.07 max Si = 0.60 max
Cr = 19.0 – 21.0 P = 0.04 max
Ni = 32.0 – 36.0 S = 0.03 max
Mo = 2.0 – 3.0 Mn = 0.5 – 2.5
Cu = 3.0 – 4.0 Nb = 8xC min – 1.0 max

Application
E320-16 electrodes are used to weld matching composition Niobium (Columbium) and Manganese base material. This alloy is resistant to corrosion, especially of sulfuric acids.

Deposited Chemical Composition % (Typical)
C = 0.040 Cr = 20.10 Ni = 33.75
Si = 0.52 Mn = 1.95 P = 0.022
S = 0.019 Mo = 2.55 Cu = 3.55
Nb=0.45
Deposited All Weld Metal Properties %  
(Typical) As-Welded
Tensile Strength 86,000 psi
Yield Strength 59,000 psi
Elongation 33%

Deposited Charpy-V-Notch Impact Properties %
Not Applicable

Available Sizes & Recommended Welding Parameters

Diameter Voltage Flat Amperage Vertical & Overhead
3/32 24-28 70-85 65-75
1/8 26-30 85-110 80-90
5/32 28-32 110-140 100-120
3/16 28-32 120-160 110-130