Austarc 16TC
Low Hydrogen Welding ElectrodeÂ
Relied upon by Australia's welding industry, the Austarc 16TC is the preferred electrode in Australia. Developed for all positional (except vertical down) stick welding, it's easy to operate and produces cleaner, stronger, better quality welds for operators of all levels.
Manufactured using a unique twin coating extrusion process, the Austarc 16TC delivers significantly improved arc stability and control.
AWS A5.1: E7016 H8
Applications
AGRICULTURAL STEEL
STRUCTURAL STEEL
EARTH MOVING EQUIPMENT
MAINTENANCE & REPAIR
SUB ZERO TEMPERATIRE APPLICATIONS
HIGHLY RESTRAINED JOINTS
BUFFER LAYER PRIOR TO HARD SURFACING BUILD-UP
SINGLE SIDED WELD JOINTS
No 1. Selling Electrode
Easy to operate the Austarc 16TC produces cleaner, stronger, better quality welds, and exceptional arc stability for welders of all skill levels. Based on this, there's no wonder why the Austarc 16TC is the go to electrode in Australia.
Low Spatter
Exceptionally smooth welds with minimal spatter, the Austarc 16TC significantly reduces clean up time while enhancing weld appearance.Â
High Arc Stability & Control
The Austarc 16TC is manufactured using a unique twin coating extrusion process, allowing it to deliver significantly improved arc stability and control.
Easy Slag Removal
Producing a glassy slag that's easy to remove, the Austarc 16TC reduces clean up time and boosts productivity.Â
Manufactured in NZ
Manufactured in New Zealand with only the best quality raw materials, the Austarc 16TC delivers product quality that can be relied on.
Specifications
Typical All Weld Metal Chemical Analysis
C
0.05
Mn
1.16
Si
0.42
P
0.013
S
0.006
Fe
Bal
Typical All Weld Metal Mechanical Analysis
Yield Strength
460 MPa
Tensile Strength
560 MPa
Elongation
28%
CVN Impact Values
130J @ -20°C
110J @ -40°C
Resources
What Welders Are Saying...
Brodie, SA
During my apprenticeship, I used a range of electrode brands through TAFE and workshop training. The Austarc 16TC was the most reliable and easiest to use, producing a smooth, stable arc with a consistent burn-off rate, making it easy to control in all positions, especially vertical and overhead. Other brands burned faster, had a less stable arc, and produced more spatter, making control harder and affecting the finish. The 16TC delivered the best results and is now my go-to electrode.
Christopher H, NSW
The 16TC may have been around longer than I’ve known but I’ve used them recently and found them to be the Best in Class that I have used. Learning to weld nearly 40 years ago then going to newer machines and consumables has been a game changer. These rods are easy to run giving a smooth weld appearance that is both high strength and neat. Great for pipe work. Work well in positional welding.
Rob, VIC
I weld in a workshop and in the field, I sometimes use other bands that are supplied by the customer. I like the 16TC as they are smooth running and have a very stable arc on 240 volt mains or generator power.
Corey, NSW
Had a go of a vertical up and they are such an awesome rod. Smooth, nice presentation after slag removal and leagues better than the Unimig rods I have had to use.
Dylan, NSW
Great rods for structural welding. Smooth burn, easy clean up, and deep penetration. Wouldn’t use anything else.
Matthew, VIC
These rods make an average operator look better than average. Beautiful to run. Versatile. Probably my favourite rod to use because of the result.
John, QLD
No electrode on the market compares to the 16TC rod. I’ve tried other, cheaper brands, but I always go back to the reliable old 16TC.
Inseong, QLD
Easy to start the arc. Quite smooth for vertical up and overhead. I am happy with the 16TC welding rod and recommend!
Nathan E, VIC
As a director of a small earthmoving company my workshop team have given the Austarc 16TC the green light. The team work with a lot of mild steel welding/cutting edges/excavator buckets and various other applications. Their feedback is a 10/10. Very impressive.
Andrew K, SA
I am hobbyist, backyarder. Using the 16TC was my first time encounter with low hydrogen electrodes. I am very impressed with the quality of weldments and ease of use.
Jake A, NSW
The 16TC will weld over anything, good for rural people who need to weld up old machines and cattle yard equipment that are covered in mud, grease, and rust because you don’t need to worry about cleaning it, you just weld straight over it.
Austarc 16TC
Low Hydrogen Welding ElectrodeÂ
Relied upon by Australia's welding industry, the Austarc 16TC is the preferred electrode in Australia. Developed for all positional (except vertical down) stick welding, it's easy to operate and produces cleaner, stronger, better quality welds for operators of all levels.
Manufactured using a unique twin coating extrusion process, the Austarc 16TC delivers significantly improved arc stability and control.
AWS A5.1: E7016 H8
Applications
AGRICULTURAL STEEL
STRUCTURAL STEEL
EARTH MOVING EQUIPMENT
MAINTENENCE & REPAIR
SUB ZERO TEMPERATURE APPLICATIONS
HIGHLY RESTRAINED JOINTS
BUFFER LAYER PRIOR TO HARD SURFACING BUILD-UP
SINGLE SIDED WELD JOINTS
Specifications
Typical All Weld Metal Chemical Analysis
C
0.05
Mn
1.16
Si
0.42
P
0.013
S
0.006
Fe
Bal
Typical All Weld Metal Mechanical Analysis
Yield Strength
460 MPa
Tensile Strength
560 MPa
Elongation
28%
CVN Impact Values
130J @ -20°C
110J @ -40°C
Resources
What Welders Are Saying...
Brodie, SA
During my apprenticeship, I used a range of electrode brands through TAFE and workshop training. The Austarc 16TC was the most reliable and easiest to use, producing a smooth, stable arc with a consistent burn-off rate, making it easy to control in all positions, especially vertical and overhead. Other brands burned faster, had a less stable arc, and produced more spatter, making control harder and affecting the finish. The 16TC delivered the best results and is now my go-to electrode.
Christopher H, NSW
The 16TC may have been around longer than I’ve known but I’ve used them recently and found them to be the Best in Class that I have used. Learning to weld nearly 40 years ago then going to newer machines and consumables has been a game changer. These rods are easy to run giving a smooth weld appearance that is both high strength and neat. Great for pipe work. Work well in positional welding.
Rob, VIC
I weld in a workshop and in the field, I sometimes use other bands that are supplied by the customer. I like the 16TC as they are smooth running and have a very stable arc on 240 volt mains or generator power.
Corey, NSW
Had a go of a vertical up and they are such an awesome rod. Smooth, nice presentation after slag removal and leagues better than the Unimig rods I have had to use.
Dylan, NSW
Great rods for structural welding. Smooth burn, easy clean up, and deep penetration. Wouldn’t use anything else.
Matthew, VIC
These rods make an average operator look better than average. Beautiful to run. Versatile. Probably my favourite rod to use because of the result.
John, QLD
No electrode on the market compares to the 16TC rod. I’ve tried other, cheaper brands, but I always go back to the reliable old 16TC.
Inseong, QLD
Easy to start the arc. Quite smooth for vertical up and overhead. I am happy with the 16TC welding rod and recommend!
Nathan E, VIC
As a director of a small earthmoving company my workshop team have given the Austarc 16TC the green light. The team work with a lot of mild steel welding/cutting edges/excavator buckets and various other applications. Their feedback is a 10/10. Very impressive.
Andrew K, SA
I am hobbyist, backyarder. Using the 16TC was my first time encounter with low hydrogen electrodes. I am very impressed with the quality of weldments and ease of use.
Jake A, NSW
The 16TC will weld over anything, good for rural people who need to weld up old machines and cattle yard equipment that are covered in mud, grease, and rust because you don’t need to worry about cleaning it, you just weld straight over it.