HAYNES® 244® alloy

HAYNES® 244® alloy can be welded by a variety of processes, including gas tungsten arc and gas metal arc. High heat input processes such as submerged arc and oxyacetalyne welding are not recommended.

Welding Procedures

Welding procedures common to most high-temperature, nickel-base alloys are recommended. These include use of stringer beads and an interpass temperature less than 200°F (95°C). Preheat is not required. Cleanliness is critical, and careful attention should be given to the removal of grease, oil, crayon marks, shop dirt, etc. prior to welding. Because of the alloy's high nickel content, the weld puddle will be somewhat "sluggish" relative to steels. To avoid lack of fusion and incomplete penetration defects, the root opening and bevel should be sufficiently open.

Filler Metals

HAYNES® 244® alloy should be joined using matching filler metal.  Please contact Haynes International for more information.

Postweld Heat Treatment

HAYNES® 244® alloy is normally used in the fully-aged condition. However, following forming and welding, a full solution anneal is recommended prior to aging in order to develop the best joint and overall mechanical properties.

Transverse Weld Tensile Results, GTAW & GMAW of 0.5” plate
with 0.045” dia. 244®  filler metal

*Annealing treatment: 2050°F / 30 minutes AT / water quench
**Age hardening treatment: 1400°F / 16 hr / FC to 1200°F / 32 hr / air cool