Pipe Welding Electrode
AWS/ASME Class E6010
SPECIFICATION SFA 5.1
VJ 6010 is a high-cellulosic sodium electrode designed for deep penetration and radiographic-quality welds in all positions, including vertical down. Its forceful, spray-type arc ensures excellent root penetration, making it ideal for pipelines, storage tanks, pressure vessels, structural steels, shipbuilding, bridges, and buildings
Mechanical Properties
YS (MPa) 420N/mm²
UTS (MPa)500N/mm²
El (%) 25%
Charpy V at -30°C (J)70 joules
Chemical Composition
C 0.07% max
Mn1.00% max
Si 0.40% max
s 0.02% max
p0.02% max
AWS/ASME ClassE7010
SPECIFICATION SFA 5.5
VJ E7010 is an all position electrode that is especially suited for welding high strength pipe. It produces the consistent, deep penetration required to maintain a proper keyhole when vertical down welding in open root pipe joints.its recommended for welding API grades x42,x 46, x52 and x56 pipe and the root pass upto API grade x70.
Mechanical Properties
YS (MPa) 480N/mm²
UTS (MPa) 560N/mm²
El (%) 22%
Charpy V at -30°C (J)40 joules
Chemical Composition
C 0.15%max
Mn0.47%max
Si 0.25%max
Ni 0.05%max
S0.03%max
P0.03%max