ADOR TENALLOY 16W is a C-Mn steel low-hydrogen welding electrode classified to AWS A/SFA 5.1 E7016. It features a basic-type coating, all-position welding capability, radiographic-quality weld deposits, and excellent mechanical properties at subzero temperatures.
TENALLOY 16W is designed for demanding welding and repair applications including buffer layers before hardfacing, joining cast iron to mild steel, cast iron repair, butt welding of rail ends, and fixing rails to mild steel girders.
The electrode is suitable for all positions except vertical down and uses DCEP polarity. It has a specified diffusible hydrogen content of less than 5 ml/100 g.
Key Features
- ADOR make
- TENALLOY 16W electrode
- C-Mn steel low-hydrogen electrode
- AWS A/SFA 5.1 E7016
- ISO 2560-A E 42 3 B 12 H5
- Basic-type coating
- All-position capability except vertical down
- Radiographic-quality weld
- Excellent mechanical properties at subzero temperatures
- Low diffusible hydrogen content
- Suitable for DCEP welding
- Suitable for cast iron repair and rail welding applications
Technical Specification
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand / Make | ADOR |
| Product | TENALLOY 16W |
| Material | C-Mn Steel |
| Type | Low Hydrogen Welding Electrode |
| Classification | E7016 |
| AWS Standard | AWS A/SFA 5.1 |
| ISO Classification | ISO 2560-A E 42 3 B 12 H5 |
| Coating Type | Basic Type |
| Welding Position | All Positions Except Vertical Down |
| Polarity | DCEP |
| Diffusible Hydrogen | <5 ml/100 g |
| Hardness, 3 Layer | 200 BHN max |
| Weld Quality | Radiographic Quality |
| Special Characteristic | Excellent mechanical properties at subzero temperatures |
| Approval | CE |
Available Sizes & Amperage
| Electrode Size | Recommended Amperage |
|---|---|
| 2.5 × 350 mm | 60–85 A |
| 3.15 × 450 mm | 90–130 A |
| 4.0 × 450 mm | 130–180 A |
| 5.0 × 450 mm | 180–240 A |
Welding Current & Position
Polarity: DCEP
Welding Positions: All Positions Except Vertical Down.
Mechanical Properties of All-Weld Metal
| Property | Specification | Typical As-Welded |
|---|---|---|
| UTS | 490 MPa min. | 520 MPa |
| Yield Strength at 0.2% Offset | 400 MPa min. | 450 MPa |
| Elongation | 22% min. | 28% |
| CVN Impact at -30°C | 50 J min. | 60 J |
Typical Chemical Composition of Undiluted Weld Metal
| Element | Typical Composition |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 0.05% |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.9% |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.4% |
Typical Applications
ADOR TENALLOY 16W is recommended for:
- Buffer layer before hardfacing
- Joining cast iron to mild steel
- Repair of cast iron
- Butt welding of rail ends
- Fixing rails to mild steel girders
- General C-Mn steel welding applications
Redrying Condition
250–300°C for minimum 1 hour.
Packing
- Standard carton: 20 kg box
- Contains 4 cartons × 5 kg each
- Vacuum packing also available
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