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ER90S-B3 low alloy steel TIG (GTAW) for welding 2-1/4 in. chromium-molybdenum steels used in high-pressure piping and pressure vessels. Also, used for joining dissimilar combinations of chromium-molybdenum and carbon steels. Conforms to AWS 5.28, ER90S-B3.

Features

  • Conforms to AISI/AWS A5.28 & ASME SFA 5.28 ER 90S-B3
  • Welds 2-1/4% chromium/1% molybdenum steel alloys
  • Joining carbon steels to chromium-molybdenum steels
  • Often used in high temperature and high-pressure piping vessels
  • Marked with model number on each end for easy identification after use
  • Use with pre-heat and inter-pass temperature of 375◦F min. (191◦C min.)
  • General purpose TIG (GTAW) welding wire for chromium and molybdenum low-alloy steel
  • Control pre-heat, inter-pass and post heat to avoid cracking
  • Tensile Strength: 94,000 psi
  • Yield Strength: 80,500 psi
  • Elongation: 19% in 2 in
  • Preheat Temperature: 3756F (1916C) min
  • Amperage Range (GMAW): 30-600A depending on wire diameter
  • Amperage Range (GTAW): 100-300A
  • Wire Diameter Range (GMAW): 0.023 in to 3/32 in
  • Material: Low Alloy Steel, Chromium-Molybdenum
  • Chemical Composition: C 0.07-0.12%, Cr 2.30-2.70%, Mo 0.90-1.20%, Mn 0.40-0.70%, Si 0.40-0.70%, P 0.025%, S 0.025%, Cu 0.50%, Ni 0.20%, Fe Balance
  • Compliance: AISI/AWS A5.28, ASME SFA 5.28, ER90S-B3
  • Weight: 1.02 lbs

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