CEMP-E
TI 809-26
1 March 2000
Table C-6. AWS A5.20 Classification System for Carbon Steel Electrodes for FCAW
Table
EXXT-XMJHZ
E
Electrode
X
Minimum Tensile Strength in units of 10 ksi (69 MPa)
6 = 60 ksi (420 MPa)
7 = 70 ksi (480 MPa)
X
Position of welding permitted
0 = flat and horizontal position only
1 = all positions
T
Tubular electrode
-
X
Type of electrode, numbered 1-14, or letter G or GS
M
If used, electrode has been classified using 75-80% Ar, with balance CO2
J
If used, electrode has toughness of 27 J @ -40oC (20 ft-lbf @ -40oF)
If not used, electrode has toughness as listed in A5.20, Table 1
HZ
Optional supplemental diffusible hydrogen designator
H16 = maximum 16 mL / 100 g deposited weld metal
H8 = maximum 8 mL / 100 g deposited weld metal
H4 = maximum 4 mL / 100 g deposited weld metal
C-11
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