ESAB OK Tigrod 13.16 TIG Welding Rod
The ESAB OK Tigrod 13.16 is a copper-coated, low-alloyed TIG welding rod specifically designed for welding creep-resistant steels. Alloyed with 1.3% Chromium and 0.5% Molybdenum, this rod is ideal for materials like SA-387 Grade 11, A335 Grade P11, and other similar materials used in high-temperature applications. Its high-purity chemistry, coupled with a guaranteed Bruscato factor (X-bar < 15), ensures optimal weld quality and performance in demanding environments where post-weld heat treatment (PWHT) is required.
Key Features of ESAB OK Tigrod 13.16
- Low-Alloy Steel Composition: 1.3% Chromium and 0.5% Molybdenum for welding creep-resistant steels.
- Copper Coating: Provides excellent conductivity and corrosion resistance for cleaner welds.
- Bruscato Factor: Guaranteed X-bar < 15 for high weld metal purity and performance.
- Stress Relieving: Designed for PWHT at 620°C, enhancing weld durability and strength.
- Mechanical Strength: 640 MPa yield strength and 730 MPa tensile strength, with 24% elongation after PWHT.
Key Industry Applications
- Power Generation: Suitable for welding high-temperature components in boilers and heat exchangers. The rod’s ability to withstand thermal stress makes it essential for power plant equipment.
- Petrochemical Industry: Ideal for welding pressure vessels and piping systems exposed to high temperatures and pressures, ensuring structural reliability in demanding environments.
- Pressure Vessels: Used in the fabrication of vessels that handle pressurized gases and liquids, maintaining strength and integrity under high stress.
- Oil and Gas Pipelines: Provides reliable welds for pipelines transporting high-temperature materials, offering resistance to cracking and creep.
- Steel Fabrication: Effective in fabricating structural steel components that require creep resistance and thermal stability in harsh conditions.
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| AWS Classification | ER80S-B2 |
| Alloy Type | Low alloyed steel (1.3% Cr, 0.5% Mo) |
| Typical Yield Strength | 640 MPa |
| Typical Tensile Strength | 730 MPa |
| Elongation | 24% |
| Post-Weld Heat Treatment | 1 hour at 620°C |
| Typical Wire Composition (Cr, Mo) | 1.3% Cr, 0.5% Mo |
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