NS EN 499 : 1ED 1995

Foreword
0. 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-well metal
4.5 Symbol for type of electrode covering
4.6 Symbol for weld metal recovery and type of
     current
4.7 Symbol for welding position
4.8 Symbol for hydrogen content of all-weld
     metal
5. Mechanical tests
5.1 Preheating and interpass temperatures
5.2 Pass sequence
6. Chemical analysis
7. Technical delivery conditions
8. Example of designation
Annex A (informative) Description of types of
electrode covering
Annex B (informative) Bibliography

Specifies requirements for classification of covered electrodes and deposited metal in the as-welded condition for manual metal arc welding of non alloy and fine grain steels. Coverage includes: symbol for impact properties of all-weld metal; symbol for type of electrode covering; symbol for welding position; symbol for strength and elongation of all-weld metal; preheating and interpass temperatures; symbol for the product/process.