AWS A5.5: E8018-C1 | ISO 2560-A: E 46 6 2Ni B 32 H5
Cold-Weather Confidence | Nickel Alloy Toughness | Crack-Free Welds to –60 °C
Specially formulated for welding 2.0–2.5% Ni steels, STARBLAZE PRIME 8018 C1 delivers premium low-temperature toughness with dependable weld quality across all positions. It produces crack-free joints with smooth slag release and excellent bead finish—ideal for structural steels used in cold storage, process piping, and pressure vessels requiring subzero impact resistance.
Available Packs
Typical Weld Metal Chemical Composition (%)
| C | Si | Mn | P | S | Ni |
| 0.06 | 0.40 | 1.00 | 0.02 | 0.015 | 2.50 |
Typical Mechanical Properties (All Weld Metal)
| Heat Treatment | Yield Strength
Rp (N/mm2) |
Tensile Strength
Rm (N/mm2) |
Elongation
A5 (%) |
Charpy Impact Value
(ISO-V(J) -60°C) |
| As Welded | ≥ 460 | 550-650 | ≥ 22 | ≥ 60 |
Recommended Welding Parameters
| Diameter (mm) | Amperage Range (A) |
| 2.50 | 50-90 |
| 3.15 | 90-130 |
| 3.20 | 90-130 |
| 4.00 | 140-180 |
| 5.00 | 180-230 |
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