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WeldSkill 16HS 3.2mm Electrode – 15pk
$12.45 inc. GST
Cigweld WeldSkill 16HS 3.2mm electrode offers smooth, low-hydrogen welding with reliable impact toughness down to -30°C. Ideal for structural applications.
Description
Cigweld WeldSkill 16HS 3.2mm Hydrogen Controlled Electrode – 15pk
The Cigweld WeldSkill 16HS 3.2mm Electrode – 15pk is a basic hydrogen-controlled electrode designed for applications requiring high weld integrity and impact toughness at low temperatures. With a 550 MPa tensile strength class, this electrode delivers exceptional arc performance and operator appeal across all welding positions (except vertical-down). Its smooth, penetrating arc produces welds with excellent bead appearance, while the full slag coverage ensures easy control and removal for efficient operation.
WeldSkill 16HS is perfect for fillet and butt welding jobs where hydrogen control is critical, such as in pressure vessel fabrication, bridge construction, shipbuilding, and industrial equipment maintenance. The electrode provides reliable toughness even in low-temperature environments, with consistent impact toughness tested to -30°C.
Designed with the professional welder in mind, this electrode offers excellent performance for fill and capping passes and ensures clean, high-integrity welds for demanding applications.
Key Features:
- Fully basic hydrogen-controlled E7016 electrode for critical applications
- Excellent operator appeal with smooth, stable arc performance
- Easy slag control and removal for efficient welding
- Impact toughness tested to -30°C, ensuring reliability in low temperatures
- Ideal for fill and capping passes in structural and maintenance work
Specifications:
- Diameter: 3.2mm
- Current Range: 90 – 130 amps
- Yield Stress: 480 MPa
- Tensile Strength: 570 MPa
- Elongation: 25%
- CVN Impact Values:
- 125 J average at -20°C
- 100 J average at -30°C
Applications:
- Pressure vessel fabrication
- Bridge and shipbuilding
- Industrial equipment repair and maintenance
- Welding jobs requiring low-hydrogen control and low-temperature toughness
The Cigweld WeldSkill 16HS 3.2mm Electrode – 15pk provides a reliable, high-performance solution for structural welding and critical maintenance tasks. With its smooth arc, easy slag removal, and exceptional toughness, this electrode ensures clean, strong welds for a wide range of demanding applications.