GEN 606 Overview
GEN 606 is used for TIG, MIG and SAW welding of base metals such as ASTM B163, B166, B167 and B168 – alloys which have UNS Number N06600. It is one of the most used nickel alloys whose applications range from cryogenic to high temperatures. This filler metal can also be used for dissimilar welding applications between various nickel alloys and stainless or carbon steels, as well as for overlaying.
AWS Chemical Composition (Typical)
| %C | %Cr | %Ni | %Nb (Cb) | %Ti | %Fe | %Mn |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.10 max 0.04 |
18.0 – 22.0 20.0 |
67.0 min 72.7 |
2.0 – 3.0 2.4 |
0.75 max 0.40 |
3.0 max 1.3 |
2.5 – 3.5 3.0 |
| %Si | %P | %S | %Cu | %Co | Total Others |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.50 max 0.10 |
0.03 max 0.003 |
0.015 max 0.002 |
0.50 max 0.01 |
0.12 max 0.03 |
0.50 max |
Typical Weld Metal Mechanical Properties
| Tensile Strength | 85,000 psi | 586 MPa |
| Yield Strength | 50,000 psi | 345 MPa |
| Elongation | 35% |
Typical Welding Parameters
| Process | Diameter | Voltage | Amperage | Gas/Flux |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TIG (GTAW) | 1/16” (1.6 mm) | 14 – 18 | 90 – 130 | 100% Ar |
| 3/32” (2.4 mm) | 15 – 20 | 120 – 170 | 100% Ar | |
| 1/8” (3.2 mm) | 15 – 20 | 150 – 220 | 100% Ar | |
| MIG (GMAW) | .035” (0.9 mm) | 26 – 29 | 150 – 200 | 75% Ar – 25% He |
| .045” (1.1 mm) | 28 – 32 | 180 – 220 | 75% Ar – 25% He | |
| Sub Arc (SAW) | .093” (2.4 mm) | 28 – 30 | 275 – 350 | |
| .125” (3.2 mm) | 29 – 32 | 350 – 450 |