The Hydrogen Induced Cracking (HIC) susceptibility of 4,5mm thickness quenched and tempered (Q&T) armor plate steel welding joints was evaluated. The joints were obtained using low heat input and SMAW process with 2,4 mm AWS E11018M electrode. The HIC susceptibility was evaluated using a geometry modified implant test for thin plates. The joints studied were produced with and without preheating and using welding electrodes with and without exposure to atmospheric conditions. The HIC resistance was severely impaired by improperly storage while preheating conditions did not preclude HIC.
Armor plates; Hydrogen Induced Cracking; Implant Test
