Nickel base rutile flux-cored wire of ENiCr3 / T Ni 6082 R type for welding of many creep-resistant steels and nickel base alloys. Well-suited for dissimilar welding of stainless and nickel alloys to mild steels and some copper alloys. Can also be used as a buffer layer in many difficult to weld applications, where the high nickel content will minimize the carbon diffusion from the mild steel into the stainless material. The austenitic structure is very stable and the risk of solidification cracking is low. The weld metal has low coefficient of thermal expansion and is resistant to thermal shock. It provides high resistance to stress corrosion cracking and good resistance to intergranular corrosion. Easy handling and high deposition rate result in high productivity with excellent welding performance and very low spatter formation. Increased travel speeds as well as self-releasing slag with little need for cleaning and pickling provide considerable savings in time and money. The wire shows good wetting behavior and results in a finely rippled surface pattern. The wide arc ensures even penetration to prevent lack of fusion. Suitable for pressure vessel fabrication in the service temperature range -320 degree F to 1020 degree F, otherwise resistant to scaling up to 2010 degree F (in S-free atmosphere). Especially designed for flat and horizontal welding positions.
