NEN EN ISO 2560 : 2009

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Classification
4 Symbols and requirements
   4.1 Symbol for the product/process
   4.2 Symbol for strength and elongation of all-weld metal
   4.3 Symbol for impact properties of all-weld metal
   4.4 Symbol for the chemical composition of all-weld metal
   4.5 Symbol for type of electrode covering
   4.6 Symbol for condition of post-weld heat-treatment of
       all-weld metal
   4.7 Symbol for nominal electrode efficiency and type of current
   4.8 Symbol for welding position
   4.9 Symbol for hydrogen content of deposited metal
5 Mechanical tests
   5.1 Preheating and interpass temperatures
   5.2 Pass sequence
6 Chemical analysis
7 Fillet weld test
8 Retest
9 Technical delivery conditions
10 Examples of designation
Annex A (informative) Classification systems
Annex B (informative) Description of types of electrode
                      covering - Classification by yield strength
                      and 47 J impact energy
Annex C (informative) Description of types of electrode
                      covering - Classification by tensile strength
                      and 27 J impact energy
Annex D (informative) Notes on diffusible hydrogen
Bibliography

Defines requirements for classification of covered electrodes and deposited metal in the as-welded condition and in the post-weld heat-treated condition for manual metal arc welding of non-alloy and fine grain steels with a minimum yield strength of up to 500 MPa or a minimum tensile strength of up to 570 MPa.