OK FLUX 281

Tech Data Sheet

Welding Process
SAW (Sub Arc)

Classifications/Approvals
AWS A5.17 F7AO-EM13K
AWS A5.17 F7AO-EM12K

Welding Position
Flat/Horizontal

Filler Metal Type

Mild Steel

OK Flux 281 is intended for welding gauge thickness and thin steel plate(up to 3/8 in.
thick) for butt, lap and fillet welds. Due to the excellent operating characteristics, quality
welds with self-peeling slag and free from undercut may be achieved with welding
speeds ranging from 50 to 100 inches per minute.

*Single pass application only. Any mechanical property and undiluted weld chemistry
listed are for information only.*

Available Parts
Part No. Size Weight Package
8504F09 14X65 55 Bag
OK FLUX 281
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Typical Mechanical Properties

As Welded
Spoolarc 81
Tensile Strength 92 ksi (635 MPa)
Yield Strength 78 ksi (540 MPa)
Elongation in 2" 25 %
CVN 28 ft.-lbs. (20 J)
Temperature 0 F (-18 C)
Spoolarc 29S
Tensile Strength 99 ksi (680 MPa)
Yield Strength 89 ksi (615 MPa)
Elongation in 2" 22 %
CVN 23 ft.-lbs. (31 J)
Temperature 0 F (-18 C)

Typical Undiluted Weld Metal Analysis

As Welded
Spoolarc 81
C 0.07 %
Mn 1.8 %
Si 0.9 %
P 0.025 %
S 0.013 %
Spoolarc 29S
C 0.07 %
Mn 1.8 %
Si 1.0 %
P 0.023 %
S 0.014 %