This specification prescribes the requirements for the classification of flux-electrode combinations used with submerged arc or electroslag joining or surfacing using stainless steel and nickel alloys. Electrode classification is per AWS A5.9/A5.9M for solid and stranded stainless steel electrodes, A5.14/A5.14M for solid and stranded nickel-alloy electrodes, A5.22/A5.22M for cored stainless steel electrodes and A5.34/A5.34M for cored nickel-alloy electrodes. Flux-electrode joining classification is based on the mechanical properties and the composition of weld metal produced with the flux and a specific electrode. Flux-electrode surfacing classification is based on the composition of the weld metal produced with the flux and a specific electrode. The form and usability of the flux are also included. A guide is appended to the specification as a source of information concerning the classification system employed and the intended use of submerged arc and electroslag fluxes and electrodes. This specification makes use of both US Customary Units and the International System of Units (SI). Since these are not equivalent, each system must be used independently of the other. ISBN Print: 978-1-64322-121-2 ISBN PDF: 978-1-64322-122-9
