GEN 310 Overview
GEN 310 is most often used to weld base metals of similar chemical composition in wrought or cast form. The
weld deposit is fully austenitic. Low heat input is recommended during welding.
AWS Chemical Composition (Typical)
| %C | %Cr | %Ni | %Mo | %Mn |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.08 – 0.15 | 25.0 – 28.0 | 20.0 – 22.5 | 0.75 max | 1.0 – 2.5 |
| 0.12 | 25.9 | 20.7 | 0.09 | 1.65 |
| %Si | %P | %S | %Cu |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.30 – 0.65 | 0.03 max | 0.03 max | 0.75 max |
| 0.40 | 0.001 | 0.012 | 0.063 |
Typical Weld Metal Mechanical Properties
| Tensile Strength | 87,000 psi | 600 MPa |
| Yield Strength | 57,000 psi | 393 MPa |
| Elongation | 42 % |
Typical Welding Parameters
| Process | Diameter | Voltage | Amperage | Gas/Flux |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TIG (GTAW) | 1/16” | 14 – 17 | 80 – 125 | 100% Ar |
| 3/32” | 15 – 20 | 125 – 200 | 100% Ar | |
| MIG (GMAW) | .035” | 23 – 29 | 150 – 250 | 98%Ar – 2%O2 |
| .045” | 24 – 30 | 160 – 270 | 98%Ar – 2%O2 | |
| Sub Arc (SAW) | .093” | 28 – 32 | 250 – 450 | |
| .125” | 29 – 34 | 300 – 500 |