Submerged arc welding
An arc-welding process in which the arc and weld region are covered by a flux layer, using the specified electrode/flux combination.
Also called: SAW, SAW
Material family: Films, flexible packaging and labels
Where it matters
Select the approved wire/flux combination and production procedure.
Testing and verification
The process name does not define a qualified joint, permissible settings or flux-recovery rules.
Related guides
Related products and materials
- PE Surface Protection Films
- Anodized-Aluminum Protection Films
- Industrial Welding Wire & Flux-Cored Consumables
Technical references
- TWI submerged arc productivity (opens in a new tab)
- AWS A5 filler-metals committee public descriptions (opens in a new tab)
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