ESAB OK Tigrod 12.62 Copper-Coated TIG Rod
ESAB OK Tigrod 12.62 is a high-performance, copper-coated TIG rod designed for GTAW (TIG) welding of mild steel, fine-grained structural steel, and pressure vessel steels. Classified as **ER70S-2**, this triple deoxidized rod is ideal for producing high-quality welds in semi-killed and rimmed steels, as well as steels with various carbon levels. Its unique formulation includes deoxidants like Al-Ti-Zr, allowing it to weld through rusty or dirty surfaces without sacrificing weld quality.
OK Tigrod 12.62 is widely used in structural, pressure vessel, and shipbuilding applications. This is due to its excellent mechanical properties and versatility. The rod’s ability to produce tough, reliable welds in a variety of steel grades makes it a preferred choice for critical projects.
Key Features of ESAB OK Tigrod 12.62
- Triple Deoxidized Formula: Features deoxidants like Al-Ti-Zr, enabling high-quality welds even on rusty or dirty surfaces.
- Excellent Mechanical Properties: Provides a tensile strength of 625 MPa and yield strength of 570 MPa in the as-welded condition.
- Versatile Applications: Suitable for welding mild steels, fine-grained steels, pressure vessels, and shipbuilding steels.
- High Toughness: Delivers impact toughness of 180 J at -40°C, ensuring durability in low-temperature environments.
- Copper Coated: The copper coating ensures smooth wire feeding and reduces the risk of oxidation during welding.
Applications
- Structural Welding: Ideal for welding structural components that require high-quality, reliable welds.
- Pressure Vessels: Provides strong, tough welds for pressure vessels exposed to demanding conditions.
- Shipbuilding: Perfect for welding shipbuilding steels where both strength and toughness are critical.
- General Fabrication: Suitable for a wide range of welding projects that require high-strength, durable welds.
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Classifications | AWS A5.18: ER70S-2, EN ISO 636-A: W2Ti |
| Alloy Type | Carbon-manganese steel |
| Tensile Strength | 625 MPa |
| Yield Strength | 570 MPa |
| Elongation | 26% |
| Impact Toughness (at -40°C) | 180 J |
| Typical Composition | 0.06% C, 1.1% Mn, 0.6% Si, 0.12% Al, 0.05% Cu |
For high-performance TIG welding of mild and fine-grained steels, choose ESAB OK Tigrod 12.62. Its triple deoxidized formula, excellent mechanical properties, and versatility make it an ideal choice for demanding welding applications in structural, pressure vessel, and shipbuilding projects.
Reference: Manufacturer’s Page
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