Nickel Alloy Welding Consumables
Nickel Alloy Welding Wire & TIG Filler Rod
LYH Steel supplies nickel alloy welding wire and bare TIG filler rod for corrosion-resistant, high-temperature, dissimilar-metal, overlay and nickel-alloy fabrication.
Common AWS A5.14 classifications include ERNiCr-3, ERNiCrMo-3, ERNiCrMo-4, ERNiCrMo-10, ERNiCrCoMo-1, ERNiFeCr-2, ERNi-1 and ERNiCu-7. Material selection should follow the base metals, welding process, WPS/PQR, service environment and governing project specification.
Nickel Alloy Welding Wire: What to Specify
For an accurate quotation, provide: AWS classification + welding process + required form + diameter + package requirement + base metal + application + quantity + MTC / traceability requirement.
| RFQ Item | Example | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| AWS Classification | ERNiCrMo-3 | Defines the filler-metal chemistry classification |
| Welding Process | GTAW / GMAW / SAW where applicable | Controls filler form and procedure requirements |
| Supply Form | MIG spool / TIG straight rod / SAW wire | Must match the welding equipment and WPS |
| Diameter | State required mm or inch size | Affects current range, deposition and equipment fit |
| Base Metal | Alloy 625 / Alloy 400 / Nickel 200 | Helps verify filler compatibility |
| Certification | MTC / heat-lot traceability | Supports receiving inspection and project documentation |
Bare Wire / TIG Rod vs Covered Electrode
AWS A5.14 Bare Wire & Rod
Classifications beginning with ER, such as ERNiCrMo-3 or ERNi-1, are bare welding electrodes and rods used for processes such as GTAW and GMAW, subject to the applicable procedure.
This is the main product family for this page.
AWS A5.11 Covered Electrode
Classifications beginning with E, such as ENiCrMo-3 or ENi-1, are covered electrodes intended for shielded metal arc welding (SMAW).
They are listed later as a related consumable family.
Current AWS Standards for Nickel Welding Consumables
| Standard | Scope | Main Product Type |
|---|---|---|
| AWS A5.14/A5.14M:2026 | Nickel and nickel-alloy bare welding electrodes and rods | ERNi... bare wire / TIG rod |
| AWS A5.11/A5.11M:2025 | Nickel and nickel-alloy covered electrodes for shielded metal arc welding | ENi... SMAW electrodes |
Nickel Alloy Bare Welding Wire & TIG Rod — AWS A5.14
The table below reorganizes the main bare filler-metal classifications from the current LYH product page into a buyer-focused format.
| Trade / Reference Name | AWS Classification | UNS Reference | Typical Process | Typical Base Metal / Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inconel 82 type | ERNiCr-3 | N06082 | GTAW / GMAW / selected SAW applications | Commonly used with Alloy 600-series materials, Alloy 800-series materials and selected dissimilar welds. |
| Alloy 625 type | ERNiCrMo-3 | N06625 | GTAW / GMAW / selected SAW applications | Used for Alloy 625, Alloy 825, corrosion-resistant overlays and many dissimilar joints. |
| C-276 type | ERNiCrMo-4 | N10276 | GTAW / GMAW | Used for C-276-type Ni-Cr-Mo alloys, corrosion-resistant joining and overlay work. |
| Alloy 617 type | ERNiCrCoMo-1 | N06617 | GTAW / GMAW | High-temperature nickel-alloy welding, including Alloy 617-type applications. |
| Alloy 718 type | ERNiFeCr-2 | N07718 | GTAW | Primarily associated with welding Alloy 718 and related precipitation-hardening alloys. |
| Nickel 61 | ERNi-1 | N02061 | GTAW / GMAW / selected SAW applications | Commonly used for Nickel 200 and Nickel 201 and selected nickel overlay applications. |
| Monel 60 type | ERNiCu-7 | N04060 | GTAW / GMAW / selected SAW applications | Common filler for Alloy 400 / R-405 / K-500 nickel-copper applications. |
| Alloy 22 / 622 type | ERNiCrMo-10 | N06022 | GTAW / GMAW | Used for C-22 / Alloy 622-type corrosion-resistant welding and selected dissimilar joints. |
| HX type | ERNiCrMo-2 | N06002 | GTAW / GMAW | Used for HX-type nickel-chromium-molybdenum high-temperature applications. |
| Alloy 690 / Filler 52 type | ERNiCrFe-7 | Confirm by current MTC / AWS classification | GTAW / GMAW | High-chromium filler family used for Alloy 690-type and selected overlay applications. |
| Alloy 601 type | ERNiCrFe-11 | N06601 | Primarily GTAW; procedure-dependent | Used for Alloy 601-type high-temperature oxidation-resistant fabrication. |
| Filler 92 type | ERNiCrFe-6 | Confirm by current MTC / AWS classification | GTAW / GMAW | Used for selected dissimilar joints involving nickel alloys, stainless steel and ferritic steels. |
Key Nickel Welding Wire Classifications
ERNiCrMo-3
Alloy 625-type filler used for corrosion-resistant nickel alloys, Alloy 825-type materials, overlays and many dissimilar-metal welds.
ERNiCr-3
Widely used for Alloy 600-series, Alloy 800-series and selected dissimilar-metal joints.
ERNiCrMo-4
C-276-type filler for severe corrosion-resistant Ni-Cr-Mo applications.
ERNiCrMo-10
C-22 / 622-family filler used in highly corrosion-resistant fabrication and overlay work.
ERNi-1 / Nickel 61
Nickel filler used for Nickel 200, Nickel 201 and selected nickel-clad or overlay work.
ERNiCu-7
Nickel-copper filler commonly associated with Alloy 400 / Monel-family welding.
How to Select Nickel Alloy Welding Wire
| Base Material / Application | Common Filler Classification to Review | Main Selection Issue |
|---|---|---|
| Nickel 200 / Nickel 201 | ERNi-1 | Matching nickel filler and chemistry control |
| Alloy 400 / nickel-copper | ERNiCu-7 | Nickel-copper compatibility and procedure |
| Alloy 600 / selected dissimilar joints | ERNiCr-3 | High-Ni weld metal and dissimilar-metal compatibility |
| Alloy 625 / Alloy 825 | ERNiCrMo-3 | Corrosion resistance and Ni-Cr-Mo chemistry |
| C-276-type materials | ERNiCrMo-4 | Severe corrosion service and matching Ni-Cr-Mo-W family |
| C-22 / Alloy 622-type materials | ERNiCrMo-10 | High-alloy corrosion-resistant weld metal |
| Alloy 617-type high-temperature service | ERNiCrCoMo-1 | High-temperature oxidation and strength requirements |
| Alloy 718 | ERNiFeCr-2 | Precipitation-hardening alloy procedure and heat treatment |
Welding Process & Supply Form
GTAW / TIG Rod
Bare filler supplied in straight lengths for manual or mechanized gas tungsten arc welding.
State rod diameter, required length, AWS classification and package quantity.
GMAW / MIG Wire
Bare electrode wire supplied for gas metal arc welding.
State wire diameter, spool requirement, welding equipment and classification.
SAW / Overlay Wire
Certain classifications can be used in submerged-arc or overlay procedures when supported by the WPS and compatible flux system.
Confirm wire form, flux system and procedure before ordering.
Nickel Alloy Welding Wire RFQ Checklist
- AWS classification: ERNiCrMo-3, ERNiCr-3, ERNi-1, ERNiCu-7 or other required class.
- Base metal: include UNS / grade if known.
- Welding process: GTAW, GMAW, SAW or other qualified process.
- Product form: TIG straight rod, MIG spool wire or another required form.
- Diameter: specify exact mm or inch size.
- Quantity: kg, boxes, spools or annual demand.
- Certification: MTC, heat/lot traceability and project documents.
- Application: matching weld, dissimilar weld, repair, overlay or cladding.
- Project standard: AWS / ASME / customer specification as applicable.
- Delivery: destination, Incoterm and required date.
MTC, Lot Traceability & Quality Inspection
Welding consumables are specification-driven products. The required inspection and documentation should be defined before shipment rather than after material arrives.
| Inspection Item | Buyer Check |
|---|---|
| AWS classification | Confirm classification against PO and certification |
| Chemical composition | Review MTC / certificate against the applicable specification |
| Heat / lot identification | Confirm product marking and certificate traceability |
| Diameter | Verify required filler-wire or rod diameter |
| Package / spool | Check package form, labeling and quantity |
| Surface condition | Check cleanliness and visible transport / handling condition |
For pre-shipment verification, see: LYH Steel Quality Inspection .
Related Nickel Alloy Covered Electrodes — AWS A5.11
The products below were previously labeled “Nickel Alloy Welding Rod” on this page. They are more accurately presented as covered electrodes for SMAW.
| Trade / Reference Name | AWS Classification | Process | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inconel 182 type | ENiCrFe-3 | SMAW | Used for Alloy 600-series, selected high-temperature and dissimilar applications. |
| Alloy 112 / 625 type | ENiCrMo-3 | SMAW | Used for Alloy 625 / 825-type materials, corrosion-resistant and dissimilar welding. |
| C-276 type | ENiCrMo-4 | SMAW | Used with C-276-type Ni-Cr-Mo alloys and corrosion-resistant overlay work. |
| Nickel 141 | ENi-1 | SMAW | Used for Nickel 200 / 201 and selected nickel-clad applications. |
| Monel 190 type | ENiCu-7 | SMAW | Used for Alloy 400-family nickel-copper welding. |
| INCO-WELD A type | ENiCrFe-2 | SMAW | Used for selected Alloy 600 / 800-series and dissimilar-metal applications. |
| Inconel 152 type | ENiCrFe-7 | SMAW | High-chromium electrode family associated with Alloy 690-type applications. |
| Inconel 122 type | ENiCrMo-10 | SMAW | Used for C-22 / 622-family corrosion-resistant and dissimilar-metal applications. |
| Inconel 117 type | ENiCrCoMo-1 | SMAW | Used for Alloy 617-type high-temperature welding. |
Related Copper-Nickel Filler Metals
The original page also included ERCuNi and ECuNi. These should not be mixed into the core AWS A5.14 / A5.11 nickel-alloy tables.
ERCuNi
Bare copper-nickel welding rod / electrode classification used for Cu-Ni applications.
Review the applicable AWS copper-alloy filler-metal specification when purchasing.
ECuNi
Covered copper-nickel electrode classification for SMAW applications.
Treat it as a related Cu-Ni consumable, not as an ERNi-series nickel filler metal.
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Nickel Alloy Welding Wire FAQ
1. What is nickel alloy welding wire?
Nickel alloy welding wire is a filler metal used to join nickel alloys, selected dissimilar metals and corrosion-resistant or high-temperature components. The exact filler classification must match the welding procedure and application.
2. What standard covers nickel alloy TIG and MIG wire?
AWS A5.14/A5.14M covers nickel and nickel-alloy bare welding electrodes and rods. Classifications include ERNiCrMo-3, ERNiCr-3 and ERNi-1.
3. Is TIG filler rod the same as a covered welding electrode?
No. TIG filler rod is a bare filler metal, while SMAW electrodes have a covering or coating. Nickel bare rods are addressed under AWS A5.14, while nickel covered electrodes are addressed under AWS A5.11.
4. What is ERNiCrMo-3 used for?
ERNiCrMo-3 is an Alloy 625-type filler classification widely used for Alloy 625, Alloy 825, corrosion-resistant overlays and selected dissimilar-metal welds.
5. What is Nickel 61 welding wire?
Nickel 61 is commonly associated with AWS ERNi-1, a nickel filler classification used with Nickel 200, Nickel 201 and selected nickel overlay applications.
6. What is ERNiCu-7 used for?
ERNiCu-7 is a nickel-copper filler classification commonly used for Alloy 400-family materials and related nickel-copper welding.
7. What is the difference between ERNiCrMo-3 and ERNiCrMo-4?
ERNiCrMo-3 is associated with Alloy 625-type Ni-Cr-Mo-Nb filler metal, while ERNiCrMo-4 is associated with C-276-type Ni-Cr-Mo-W filler metal. Selection depends on base metal and service requirements.
8. Can nickel welding wire be used for dissimilar-metal welding?
Yes, selected nickel filler metals are widely used for dissimilar joints. The filler must be selected through the applicable WPS/PQR and project specification.
9. What information should I send for a nickel welding wire quote?
Send the AWS classification, base metal, welding process, filler form, diameter, quantity, certification requirement and destination.
10. Can nickel welding consumables be supplied with traceability?
Include the required MTC, heat or lot traceability and project documentation in the purchase specification so the supplier can confirm the documentation scope.
Request Nickel Alloy Welding Consumables by AWS Classification
The most reliable RFQ starts with the AWS classification, welding process, form, diameter, base metal and required certification.