BLUME® ER80S-Ni3 (TIG)

✅ 3% Nickel Alloy Composition – Delivers outstanding toughness at extremely low temperatures
✅ Superior Arc Stability – Enables smooth, spatter-free TIG welding
✅ Excellent Ductility and Crack Resistance – Even in highly stressed applications
✅ Clean, Radiographic-Quality Welds – Ensures strength and reliability in critical systems
✅ Ultra-Low Hydrogen Levels – Minimizes cold cracking risk
✅ Optimized for Precision – Ideal for manual TIG or automated systems
✅ Meets AWS A5.28 / ASME SFA 5.28 ER80S-Ni3 Standards

✔ Cryogenic and LNG storage systems
✔ Low-temperature offshore and marine structures
✔ Oil & gas pipelines in arctic regions
✔ Power and refinery piping
✔ Pressure vessels and process tanks
✔ Structural steel in cold climate installations

BLUME® ER80S-Ni3 (TIG) Datasheet

Q: What makes BLUME® ER80S-Ni3 unique for cold-weather applications?
A: Its 3% nickel content provides extraordinary impact strength and ductility at cryogenic temperatures—ideal for LNG and arctic-grade structures.

Q: What shielding gas should be used?
A: Use 100% Argon for optimal arc stability and weld cleanliness.

Q: Can BLUME® ER80S-Ni3 be used with both carbon and low-alloy steels?
A: Yes. It is compatible with low-carbon and low-alloy steels that require enhanced toughness and strength at low temperatures.

Q: Is it suitable for automated TIG welding?
A: Absolutely. BLUME® ER80S-Ni3 offers excellent feedability and stable arc characteristics, making it suitable for both manual and automated systems.

Q: How does it compare to ER80S-Ni2?
A: ER80S-Ni3 provides greater low-temperature toughness and ductility than ER80S-Ni2, making it ideal for cryogenic and ultra-cold environments.