USA 310-16 Coated Electrode: Alloy Description and Application
USA 310-16 Coated Electrode: Alloy Description and Application
USA 310 is considered a general purpose electrode used mainly for welding AISI 310 stainless steel but also for straight
chromium stainless as well as almost any analysis of carbon and alloy steel. The weld deposit of this electrode will have an
austenitic structure with a chemical analysis and oxidation resistance similar to that of the base plate. 310 provides easy slag
removability and a flat regular bead with fine appearance. More common applications include 25% Cr - 20% Ni stainless
steel, Cr-Mo stainless steel to mild steel, and the clad side of 18% Cr - 8% Ni stainless clad steel. USA 310 can be used in
all positions.
Procedures may vary with change in position, base metals, filler metals, equipment, and other changes.
When welding vertical reduce amperage 10-20%
Elongation 35%
Yield Strength (psi) 65,000
Tensile Strength (psi) 90,000
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