Nickel Alloy ERNiCrMo-13
UNS N06059 · ISO S Ni 6059
ERNiCrMo-13 is a very low carbon and silicon Ni-Cr-Mo filler wire (UNS N06059) matching Alloy 59, aimed at aggressive oxidizing and reducing acid mixtures.
Reference datasheet — ERNiCrMo-13 is not in the instant-quote catalog. Upload your part and an engineer will quote it in this grade or suggest the closest stocked equivalent.
Values for the AW condition
ERNiCrMo-13 tempers and conditions
ERNiCrMo-13 is supplied in 2 conditions, soft to hard. AW is the default FabDigit quotes; the values on this page are for it.
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| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
As Welded + Solution Annealed | Pick when the fabrication is solution annealed after welding to homogenise the deposit and restore maximum corrosion resistance for extreme acid duty. | 360 | 720 | 50 | 170 HB | 1.4 % IACS |
AWDefault As-welded deposit | Standard qualification condition: deposit used as welded, no post-weld heat treatment, for corrosion service. | 470 | 760 | 40 | 14 HRC | 1.4 % IACS |
Supply forms, finishes and certifications
Ways ERNiCrMo-13 is supplied — form, process route, surface or paperwork — without a datasheet of their own. The property values above apply.
| Option | What it is | Type |
|---|---|---|
WIRE-CD | Bare wire / rod as supplied | Supply form |
What is ERNiCrMo-13?
ERNiCrMo-13 is a very low carbon and silicon Ni-Cr-Mo filler wire (UNS N06059) matching Alloy 59, aimed at aggressive oxidizing and reducing acid mixtures. It is used as GTAW, GMAW, PAW and SAW filler on scrubber and acid-plant fabrications, with deposits around 470 MPa yield, 760 MPa tensile, 40 % elongation, 200 HB (92 HRB), a corrosion rating of 93 and service to 550 °C. It is among the hardest fillers to machine (machinability 15) and is costly; ERNiCrMo-7 is a lower-cost option for less severe duty. ERNiCrMo-13 has a density of 8.6 g/cm³ (0.311 lb/in³), heavier than 67% of nickel alloy grades. It melts at 1,310°C (2,390 °F). ERNiCrMo-13 has a yield strength of 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) and a tensile strength of 760 MPa (110 ksi) — stronger than 68% of nickel alloy grades. Elongation at break is 40% and the elastic modulus is 210 GPa (30.5 Msi).
What is ERNiCrMo-13 used for?
- FGD and scrubber systems
- sulfuric/phosphoric acid plants
- high-purity chemical processing
Advantages
- Readily welded — 90/100, better than 96% of nickel alloy grades
- Good corrosion resistance — 93/100, better than 95% of nickel alloy grades
ERNiCrMo-13 properties
Typical room-temperature values for ERNiCrMo-13-AW; bars are the position among nickel alloy grades.
Physical3
ERNiCrMo-13 has a density of 8.6 g/cm³ (0.311 lb/in³), heavier than 67% of nickel alloy grades. It melts at 1,310°C (2,390 °F).
Mechanical16
ERNiCrMo-13 has a yield strength of 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) and a tensile strength of 760 MPa (110 ksi) — stronger than 68% of nickel alloy grades. Elongation at break is 40% and the elastic modulus is 210 GPa (30.5 Msi).
Thermal6
ERNiCrMo-13 is rated for continuous service to 550°C (1,022 °F). It conducts heat at 10.7 W/m·K (6.18 BTU/hr·ft·°F), worse than 68% of nickel alloy grades. Thermal expansion is 12.4 µm/m·K (6.89 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
ERNiCrMo-13 conducts electricity at 1.4 % IACS, worse than 80% of nickel alloy grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is excellent (93/100), better than 95% of nickel alloy grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of ERNiCrMo-13 takes about 200 MJ of energy and emits 14 kg of CO₂ — more than 78% of nickel alloy grades. Typical recycled content is 35%.
Manufacturability7
ERNiCrMo-13's machinability is poor (15/100, worse than 76% of nickel alloy grades); weldability excellent (90/100); formability good (60/100).
Common Calculations5
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Certified mill or lot data ships with every FabDigit order on request.
Strength versus weight in the nickel alloy family
Yield strength against density for every nickel alloy grade FabDigit runs. ERNiCrMo-13 is highlighted; hover a dot for its name, or open the interactive family chart.
Working with ERNiCrMo-13
Is ERNiCrMo-13 easy to machine?
Deposit machines like Alloy 59 base metal — low speed, heavy positive-rake carbide, rigid setup and flood coolant; it work-hardens fast so avoid dwelling and interrupted cuts.
Can ERNiCrMo-13 be welded?
Use as filler for GTAW/GMAW/PAW/SAW with 100 % Ar or Ar+He (no CO2/oxidising shielding), stringer beads, low heat input, interpass ≤150 °C and no preheat; back-purge root passes.
Can ERNiCrMo-13 be formed, bent or molded?
Only relevant as drawn wire — high work-hardening rate requires intermediate anneals during drawing; cut lengths are springy and should be straightened, not bent tightly.
ERNiCrMo-13 chemical composition (wt %)
Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| Cr | 22 – 24 | 23 |
| Mo | 15 – 16.5 | 16 |
| Fe | ≤ 1.5 | 0.7 |
| Al | 0.1 – 0.4 | 0.25 |
| Cvery low C for weld-metal corrosion resistance | ≤ 0.01 | 0.01 |
| Si | ≤ 0.1 | 0.05 |
| Mn | ≤ 0.5 | 0.25 |
| Cu | ≤ 0.5 | 0.05 |
| Co | ≤ 0.3 | 0.1 |
| Ti | ≤ 0.1 | 0.03 |
| P | ≤ 0.02 | 0.01 |
| S | ≤ 0.01 | 0 |
| Other, eachtotal others per AWS A5.14 | ≤ 0.5 | |
| Niremainder, typically ~59 % | balance |
What surface finishes work on ERNiCrMo-13?
Pickle or brush-passivate weld heat tint before service; grinding/electropolishing restores the Cr/Mo-rich passive film — never anodise or leave oxide scale in acid duty.
Surface treatments FabDigit runs on nickel alloy parts — pick them in the quote configurator or call them out on the drawing. Each links to its datasheet in the surface-finish library (thickness, specs, call-out, material verdicts).
Plating
Thermal Spray
Equivalent designations
Standards and trade names that resolve to Nickel Alloy ERNiCrMo-13 in FabDigit's catalog. Equivalence is nominal — check the exact specification when certification matters.
- UNS
- N06059
- ISO
- S Ni 6059
How much does ERNiCrMo-13 cost?
ERNiCrMo-13 is a high-cost nickel alloy ($$$$), pricier than about 78% of the materials FabDigit quotes. Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on the raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
ERNiCrMo-13 — frequently asked
What is ERNiCrMo-13 used for?
ERNiCrMo-13 is typically used for FGD and scrubber systems, sulfuric/phosphoric acid plants and high-purity chemical processing. In short: alloy 59 matching filler; top-tier acid resistance; hardest deposit to machine.
What is the yield strength of ERNiCrMo-13?
ERNiCrMo-13 has a typical yield strength of 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) and a tensile strength of 760 MPa (110 ksi) — stronger than 68% of nickel alloy grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 2 listed tempers.
Is ERNiCrMo-13 easy to machine?
Not especially — machinability is rated poor (15/100, worse than 76% of nickel alloy grades). Deposit machines like Alloy 59 base metal — low speed, heavy positive-rake carbide, rigid setup and flood coolant; it work-hardens fast so avoid dwelling and interrupted cuts.
Can ERNiCrMo-13 be welded?
Yes — weldability is rated excellent (90/100). Use as filler for GTAW/GMAW/PAW/SAW with 100 % Ar or Ar+He (no CO2/oxidising shielding), stringer beads, low heat input, interpass ≤150 °C and no preheat; back-purge root passes.
What surface finishes work on ERNiCrMo-13?
Pickle or brush-passivate weld heat tint before service; grinding/electropolishing restores the Cr/Mo-rich passive film — never anodise or leave oxide scale in acid duty.
Can ERNiCrMo-13 be formed, bent or molded?
Only relevant as drawn wire — high work-hardening rate requires intermediate anneals during drawing; cut lengths are springy and should be straightened, not bent tightly.
What is the maximum service temperature of ERNiCrMo-13?
ERNiCrMo-13 is rated for continuous use to about 550°C (1,022 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
What is the difference between ERNiCrMo-13-AW and ERNiCrMo-13 AW-SA?
AW is the default condition — standard qualification condition: deposit used as welded, no post-weld heat treatment, for corrosion service. AW-SA: pick when the fabrication is solution annealed after welding to homogenise the deposit and restore maximum corrosion resistance for extreme acid duty. Yield strength is 470 MPa in AW versus 360 MPa in AW-SA.
How much does ERNiCrMo-13 cost?
ERNiCrMo-13 is a high-cost nickel alloy ($$$$), pricier than about 78% of the materials FabDigit quotes. Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on the raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
Sources
- AWS A5.14/A5.14M — Nickel and Nickel-Alloy Bare Welding Electrodes and Rods (ERNiCrMo-13) — AWS (2018)
- ISO 18274 — Welding consumables, wire/strip electrodes for nickel and nickel alloys (S Ni 6059) — ISO (2010)
- ASTM B574 / UNS N06059 — Low-carbon Ni-Cr-Mo alloy rod and bar — ASTM (2018)
- VDM Alloy 59 (N06059) material data sheet and welding filler data — VDM Metals (2020)
- Böhler / voestalpine nickel-alloy filler metal catalogue (Alloy 59 grades) — voestalpine Böhler Welding (2022)
- ASM Handbook Vol.6 — Welding, Brazing and Soldering (nickel alloys) — ASM International (1993)
- ASM Handbook Vol.13B — Corrosion: Materials (Ni-Cr-Mo alloys) — ASM International (2005)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison; hardness values on non-Brinell scales are converted approximately for charting only. Manufacturability limits are FabDigit quote-engine defaults and may be relaxed by engineering review. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.