Oerlikon Basinox 308H description: BASINOX 308H is a basic coated electrode for welding austenitic, creep resistant steels with higher carbon contents, type 18%Cr - 8%N. Typical applications are in the petrochemical and nuclear industries for structural and pressure-containing applications. The controlled ferrite content in the weld metal confers a high resistance to hot cracking with little sensitivity to embrittlement. Operating temperatures are between 400-700C and the deposit is insusceptible to scaling up to
800C. Carbon content in the range of 0.04-0.08 provides higher tensile and creep strengths at elevated temperatures. Slag solidifies quickly, covers the weld uniformly and BASINOX 308H is well-suited for positional welding.