Austarc 16
Low Hydrogen Welding Electrode
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. Manufacturered 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
No. 1 Selling Electrode
The Austarc 16TC is easy to operate and produces cleaner, stronger, better quality welds, and exceptional arc stability.
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
The Austarc 16TC produces a glassy slag that's easy to remove, reducing clean up time and boosting productivity.
Low Spatter
The Austarc 16TC provides little spatter, reducing clean up time and enhances weld appearance.
Manufactured in NZ
The Austarc 16TC uses the best quality raw materials and offers consistent product quality and reliability.
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
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Austarc 16
Low Hydrogen Welding Electrode
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. Manufacturered 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
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