Basitec (Low Hydrogen - AWS A5.1/A5.1M: 2004 E7018)

 

Description

Basitec is a lime-ferritic, low hydrogen electrode. Highly suited for welding high-tensile steels, castings and for all work where high stresses are involved. Basitec has a deposition efficiency in excess of 115%. 

 

Application

Basitec can be used in the welding of high tensile steels, free cutting steels, highly stressed parts, castings and dissimilar steels. 

 

Typical Chemical Analysis of the Weld Metal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Typical Mechanical Properties of the Weld Metal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                       

Current Parameters

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Packaging

Electrodes are packed in 5kg boxes which are then packed into 25kg shipper cartons.

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Re-baking and Re-Drying Procedure

To re-bake Basitec, place electrodes in an oven at 350-370°C for 1-2 hours. To re-dry keep in holding oven at 250°C.