StarBlaze Prime 6011
AWS A5.1: E6011 | EN 499: E 38 3 C 11 | EN ISO 2560-A: E 38 3 C 11
Spray Arc, Deep Penetration, All-Position Welding Electrode
Cellulosic-coated deep penetration electrode designed for welding girth seams in pipelines and structural pipe fabrication. Produces a forceful, spray-type arc with excellent arc strike and restrike capability. Suitable for root, fill, and cover passes across all positions.
Available Packs :
- 3.15 mm x 450 mm – 5 kg box
- 4.00 mm x 450 mm – 5 kg box
- 20 kg master carton
- Custom packaging available on request
Key Features
- High arc force with rapid solidification for vertical and overhead welding
- Smooth restrike and consistent spray arc transfer
- All-position electrode for pipe welding applications
- Tensile strength: ≥470 N/mm² | Yield strength: ≥400 N/mm²
- Elongation: ≥28% | Charpy impact: ≥47 J at –30°C
- Compatible base materials: L210–L360, X42–X52, API Grades A25 A & B
Industries
- Oil and gas pipeline fabrication
- On-site girth welding and pipe repair
- Structural piping in pressure systems
- Power and process plant piping
- API-grade pipeline installation and maintenance
Processes
- Manual Metal Arc Welding (MMA / SMAW)
- DC+ and AC polarity welding
- Spray arc for root, fill, and cover passes
- All-position welding, including vertical-up and overhead
- Pipeline welding using cellulosic technique
- Single-sided welds in tight access locations
- Stove pipe and cross-country pipeline fabrication
Additional Details
- Use case: Root pass and fill welding in pipeline, structural, and general fabrication using AC or DC
- Handling: Use directly from sealed packaging; redrying not recommended
- Storage: Store below 60% relative humidity in dry, ventilated storage
- Limitations: Not suitable for critical-code joints, restrained weldments, or severe multipass buildup
Product Details
Typical Weld Metal Chemical Composition (%)
| C | Si | Mn |
| 0.10 | 0.20 | 0.60 |
Typical Mechanical Properties (All Weld Metal)
| Heat Treatment | Tensile Strength
Rm (N/mm2) |
Yield Strength
Rp (N/mm2) |
Elongation
A5 (%) |
Impact Energy ISO-V(J) -30°C |
| As Welded | ≥ 470 | ≥ 400 | ≥ 28 | ≥ 47 |
Recommended Welding Parameters
| Diameter (mm) | Amperage Range (A) |
| 2.40/2.50 | 40-70 |
| 3.15/3.20 | 70-100 |
| 4.00 | 100-140 |
| 4.80 | 130-170 |
