Select 101-K3M

Low Alloy / Flux Cored / Gas Shielded

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Features

  • Spray-like transfer with low spatter and good welder appeal
  • Fast freezing slag facilitates welding in all positions
  • Ideal for welding of HY-80, certain grades or A514, and HSLA-80 steels.
  • Typical applications for these steels include crane fabrication, trailer construction, and other structural applications involving higher strength materials.

Standard Diameters

in (mm)
  • 0.045 (1.2)
  • 0.052 (1.3)
  • 1/16 (1.6)

Welding Positions

All Positions

Shielding

  • 75-80% Ar / Balance CO₂
    Flow Rate: 40 – 50 CFM

Polarity

Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP)

Conformances

  • AWS A5.29
    • E101T1-K3M-H8
    • E101T1-K3M-JH8
    • TYPICAL WELD DEPOSIT CHEMISTRY (WT%)
    Shielding Gas C Cr Mn Mo Ni P S Si V
    75% Ar/25% CO₂ 0.06 0.04 1.47 0.37 1.75 0.007 0.009 0.37 0.02
    Typical Mechanical Properties
    Shielding Gas Tensile Strength
    ksi (MPa)    		 Yield Strength
    ksi (MPa)    		 Elongation
    (%)    		 WeldCondition PWHTTemp Charpy V-Notch
    0 °F ft⋅lb (-18 °C J)    		 Charpy V-Notch
    -20 °F ft⋅lb (-29 °C J)
    75%Ar / 25%CO2 114 (783) 105 (723) 24 As-Welded – 53 (72) 45 (61)
    Recomended Welding Parameters
    Diameter
    in (mm)    		 Shielding Gas Position Wire Feed Speed
    in/min (m/min)    		 Amps Volts Contact Tip to Work Distance
    in (mm)
    0.045 (1.2) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All Positions 200 (5.1) 145 23 1/2 – 5/8 (13 – 16)
    0.045 (1.2) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All Positions 235 (6.0) 160 24 1/2 – 5/8 (13 – 16)
    0.045 (1.2) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All Positions 300 (7.6) 185 26 1/2 – 5/8 (13 – 16)
    0.045 (1.2) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All Positions 375 (9.5) 215 27 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    0.045 (1.2) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All Positions 440 (11.2) 235 29 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    0.052 (1.3) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All Positions 170 (4.3) 155 23 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    0.052 (1.3) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All Positions 200 (5.1) 175 24 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    0.052 (1.3) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All Positions 250 (6.4) 225 26 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    0.052 (1.3) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All Positions 310 (7.9) 250 27 3/4 – 1 (19 – 25)
    0.052 (1.3) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All Positions 395 (10.0) 280 29 3/4 – 1 (19 – 25)
    1/16 (1.6) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All Positions 125 (3.2) 165 23 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    1/16 (1.6) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All Positions 150 (3.8) 195 24 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    1/16 (1.6) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All Positions 185 (4.7) 225 26 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    1/16 (1.6) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All Positions 265 (6.7) 280 27 3/4 – 1 (19 – 25)
    1/16 (1.6) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All Positions 325 (8.3) 320 29 3/4 – 1 (19 – 25)

    Packaging (lbs (kg))

    33 (15) Spools, 60 (27.2) Coils, 500 (226.8) Round Drum, 800 (362.9) Hex Drum, 900 (408.2) Hex Drum

    *Some packaging options may not be available depending on diameter and product. Special package options may be available upon request.