StarBlaze Prime 9018-G SPL
AWS A5.5: ~E 9018-G
Enhanced Moisture Resistance | High Strength | Suitable for Pressure Equipment & Power Plants
A low hydrogen, moisture-resistant basic type electrode designed for welding high tensile, fine-grained structural steels, particularly 16Mo3-grade and Cr-Mo-Ni-Mn alloyed steels. Offers excellent arc stability, all-position weldability, and high crack resistance. Ideal for construction of boilers, pipelines, penstocks, and structural components subjected to elevated temperature and pressure.
Available Packs
- Dimensions: 2.50 mm x 350 mm, 3.15 mm x 450 mm, 4.00 mm x 450 mm, 5.00 mm x 450 mm
- Pack Sizes: 2.5 Kg Pouch, 5 Kg Box
- Master Box: 20 Kg, 30 Kg, 40 Kg, Customisable packaging available on request
Key Features
- Moisture-resistant coating for reliable performance in humid conditions
- Cr-Mo-Ni-Mn alloyed weld metal provides elevated strength and ductility
- Suitable for high-pressure, high-temperature applications
- Excellent impact strength even in low-temperature environments
- Stress-relieved weld metal meets radiographic quality
Industries
- Power Generation
- Oil Refineries
- Earthmoving Equipment
- Boiler Manufacturing
- Heavy Structural Fabrication
- HSLA Steel Construction
Processes
- Manual Metal Arc Welding (MMA / SMAW)
- DC+ polarity
- All-position welding: PA, PB, PC, PF, PE
Additional Details
- Base metals include:
• EN 10113-2/3: S 275, S 355, S 420
• EN 10028-2: P 235, P 265, P 295, P 355, 16Mo3, 13CrMo4-5
• EN 10216-1: P 235, P 275
• EN 10213-2: GP 240 R, G 20 Mo 5, G17 CrMo 5-5 - Stress relief: 620°C for 1 hour
- Diffusible hydrogen: ≤ 5 ml per 100g weld metal
- Re-drying recommendation: 300–350°C for 2 hours
- Store in a dry, humidity-controlled environment
Product Details
Typical Weld Metal Chemical Composition (%)
| C | Si | Mn | P | S | Mo | Ni | Cr | V |
| 0.10 – 0.15 | ≤ 0.50 | ≤ 1.00 | 0.030 | 0.030 | 0.90 – 1.30 | ≤ 0.40 | 1.00 – 1.50 | 0.20 – 0.30 |
Typical Mechanical Properties (All Weld Metal)
| Yield Strength Rp (N/mm2) | Tensile Strength Rm (N/mm2) | Elongation A5 (%) | Charpy Impact Value ISO-V J RT |
| ≥ 530 | 620 – 750 | ≥ 20 | ≥ 47 |
Recommended Welding Parameters
| Diameter (mm) | Amperage Range (A) |
| 2.50 | 60-90 |
| 3.15 | 100-140 |
| 4.00 | 140-180 |
| 5.00 | 180-230 |
