SANDVIK SX

WELDING WIRE
DATASHEET

Sandvik SX is a filler wire for joining Sandvik SX steel (UNS S32615, ASME Code Case 2029-3) used in
concentrated sulphuric acid. Sandvik SX wire can be used for MIG-, TIG- and PAW welding.

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION (NOMINAL) %

Chemical composition (nominal) %

C Si Mn P S Cr Ni Co
0.018 5.0 1.7 0.015 0.005 18.5 13.5 2.0

MICROSTRUCTURE (ALL-WELD METAL)

Austenitic matrix with a ferrite content of about 16FN according to DeLong.

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES (ALL-WELD METAL)

Temperature C 20
Yield strength, Rp0.2 MPa 327
Tensile strength, Rm MPa 668
Elongation, A % 55

CORROSION RESISTANCE (ALL-WELD METAL)

Sandvik SX has excellent corrosion resistance in concentrated sulphuric acid, both in static and dynamic
conditions. The corrosion resistance is close to that of the parent material.

Datasheet updated 1/19/2017 12:31:59 PM (supersedes all previous editions)

RECOMMENDED WELDING DATA
Always weld with as low heat input as possible (max 1,0 kJ/mm). Keep interpass temperature below 60C (140F).
Clean joints before welding and use pickling paste for post weld cleaning.

MIG WELDING
No weaving except for vertical up position. Recommended shielding gas: pure Argon or Argon/Helium mixture
(20-30% He).

TIG WELDING
Always weld Sandvik SX tube and plate with filler metal. Recommended shielding gas: pure Argon or
Argon/Helium mixture (20-30% He).

Disclaimer: Recommendations are for guidance only, and the suitability of a material for a specific application can be confirmed
only when we know the actual service conditions. Continuous development may necessitate changes in technical data without

1 SANDVIK SX
notice. This datasheet is only valid for Sandvik materials.

Datasheet updated 1/19/2017 12:31:59 PM (supersedes all previous editions)

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