WELDING
HAYNES HR-120 alloy is readily weldable by Gas Tungsten Arc (TIG), Gas Metal Arc (MIG), and
Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW) welding processes. Many of the alloys welding characteristics are similar to
those for the HASTELLOY alloys and the same precautions apply. Submerged Arc Welding is not
recommended as this process is characterized by high heat input which could result in distortion and hot
cracking. Any start/stop cracking should be removed by grinding prior to further welding. Do not attempt
to remelt or wash-out welding cracks.
Base Metal Preparation
The joint surface and adjacent area should be thoroughly cleaned before welding. All grease, oil, crayon
marks, sulfur compounds and other foreign matter should be removed. It is preferable, but not mandatory
that the alloy be in the solution-annealed condition when welded.
Filler Metal Selection
HAYNES 556TM filler metal and MULTIMET coated electrodes are recommended for joining HR-120
alloy. When dissimilar base metals are to be joined, such as HR-120 alloy to a stainless steel, HAYNES 556
filler metal and MULTIMET coated electrodes are again recommended.
Preheating, Interpass Temperatures and Post-Weld Heat Treatment
Preheat should not be used so long as the base metal to be welded is above 32F (0C). Interpass
temperatures should be less than 200F (95C). Auxiliary cooling methods may be used between weld
passes, as needed, providing that such methods do not introduce contaminants. Post-weld heat treatment is
not normally required for HR-120 alloy.
Nominal Welding Parameters
Nominal welding parameters are provided as a guide for performing typical operations. These are based on
welding conditions used in our laboratory and should be considered only as a guideline.
Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Electrode
Arc
Welding
Diameter, in. (mm) Voltage, volts Current, amps
3/32 (2.4)
1/8 (3.2)
5/32 (4.0)
3/16 (4.8)
22-24
22-24
22-25
24-26
55-75
80-100
125-150
150-180
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
Joint
Thickness,
Tungsten Electrode* Diameter, Filler Wire
Welding
in.
(mm)
in.
(mm)
Diameter, in. Current, amps Arc Voltage, volts
1/32-1/16 (0.8-1.6)
1/16-1/8 (1.6-3.2)
1/8-1/4 (3.2-6.4)
>1/4
(6.4)
1/16
1/16 or 3/32
3/32-1/8
3/32-1/8
(1.6)
(1.6 or 2.4)
(2.4 or 3.2)
(2.4 or 3.2)
*2% Thoriated tungsten
Shielding gas 100% Argon, flow rate~25 ft3/hr (12 L/min)
1/16
1/16 or 3/32
3/32 or 1/8
3/32 or 1/8
15-60
50-95
75-130
95-150
9-12
9-12
10-13
10-13
Gas Metal Arc Welding
Short
Circuitng
Transfer
Wire Diameter,
in. (mm)
Shielding*
Gas
Welding
Current, amps
Arc Voltage, volts
Travel Speed
in. (mm)/min.
0.035 (0.9)
0.045 (1.1)
75%Ar-25%He
75%Ar-25%He
70-90
100-150
18-20
19-22
8-10 (200-250)
8-10 (200-250)
*Flow Rate~35 cu. ft./hr. (16 L/min)
POLARITY: SMAW and GMAW-DCRP-Electrode Positive
GTAW DCSP-Electrode Negative
Tensile Properties of 556 Weld Metal (GMAW)
Test Temperature
Ultimate
Tensile
Strength
Yield Strength
at 0.2% Offset
Elongation
in 2 in. (50.8mm)
Ksi
MPa
Ksi
Mpa
Room
1200
1400
1600
1800
Room
650
760
870
980
115.4
81.0
66.3
40.2
24.0
795
560
455
270
165
77.2
53.3
49.5
36.8
23.6
530
380
340
255
165
37
39
26
34
30
Tensile Properties of 556 Weld Metal (GMAW) vs. HR-120 Plate
Restrained 1/2 inch thick HR-120 plates have been successfully joined using 556TM weld wire and
MULTIMET coated electrodes. The results below indicate an absence of hot cracking and microfissuring
related weldability problems under the test conditions.
Welding
Process
Welding
Product
Hot
Cracking
GTAW
GMAW
SMAW
556 Filler Metal
556 Filler Metal
MULTIMET Electrodes
None
None
None
2T Radius Guided
Bend Test
Face
Side
Pass
Pass
Pass
Pass
Pass
Pass
Room Temperature Tensile Strength of Transverse Welded Specimens
Welding
Process
Welding
Product
GTAW
GMAW
SMAW
556 Filler Metal
556 Filler Metal
MULTIMET Electrodes
HAYNES HR-120 alloy
Principal Features
Mechanical Properties
Thermal Stability
Environmental Resistance
Typical Physical Properties
Tensile Strength
Ksi MPa
111.0
109.4
109.7
Welding
Machining and Grinding
Applications
Comparative Data
Availability
Acknowledgments
765
755
755
Fracture Location
HR-120 Base Metal
HR-120 Base Metal
HR-120 Base Metal
Health and Safety
HR-120 alloy Trademark
Applicable Specifications
Fabrication Guidelines
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