Characteristics:
LKE-7016 is a low hydrogen type electrode for the welding of high tensile steel. The welding can
be done with stable arc, less spatters, good slag removability, good slag covering and good X-ray soundness.
Applications:
It is suitable for low alloy steels, medium carbon steels, heavy steel plates, cast steels and steels of
poor weldability. Due to good X-ray and mechanical properties, LKE-7016 is used for skill testing and competition
by choice.
Notes on Usage:
1.Dry the electrodes at 300-350oc for 60 minutes, and keep at 100-150oc before use.
2.Take the back step method to prevent blowholes at the arc starting.
3.Keep the arc as short as possible.
Welding position:
Typical chemical composition of weld metal (wt%)
| C | Mn | Si | P | S |
| 0.080 | 1.0 | 0.53 | 0.012 | 0.008 |
Typical mechanical properties of weld metal
| YP N/mm2 | TS N/mm2 | EL % | IV, J | |
| 490 | 560 | 31 | 0ºC | -29ºC |
| 225 | 163 | |||
Sizes and recommended current range (AC or DC℃<+>℃)
| Diameter (mm) | 2.6 | 3.2 | 4.0 | 5.0 | |
| Length (mm) | 300 | 350 | 400 | 400 | |
| 350 | 400 | 450 | 450 | ||
| Amps | F | 55-85 | 90-130 | 130-180 | 180-240 |
| V&OH | 50-80 | 90-120 | 130-160 | 160-200 | |
| Weight per pack(kg) | 4/5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Weight per carton (kg) | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | |
