OK 73.68

OK 73.68 is a nickel‑alloyed basic AC/DC stick electrode designed for welding low‑alloy steels with impact requirements down to –60 °C, suitable for offshore and on‑shore applications.

Key Features

• Basic covering for AC/DC welding
• CTOD‑tested for high impact performance
• VacPac™ hermetically sealed packaging keeps electrodes dry and ready to use
• Available in multiple diameters and lengths

Specifications

• Classifications: SFA/AWS A5.5 : E8018‑C1, EN ISO 2560‑A : E 46 6 2Ni B 32 H5
• Approvals: ABS, BV, CE, DNV‑GL, LR, PRS, UKCA, VdTÜV (location‑specific)
• Welding Current: AC, DC+
• Diffusible Hydrogen: < 5.0 ml/100 g
• Alloy Type: Low alloyed (2.5 % Ni)
• Coating Type: Basic covering
• Min AC OCV: 65 V
• Deposition Data (example 3.2 × 450 mm): 105‑150 A, 23 V, 62 % efficiency, 81 s/fusion, 1.4 kg/h

Applications

• Offshore and on‑shore steel structures
• Projects requiring high impact toughness at low temperatures
• General low‑alloy steel welding with AC/DC equipment