7018 is a high deposition covered electrode for low and medium carbon steels. It is an efficient, iron powder, low hydrogen covered electrode with excellent mechanical properties, crack resistance and x-ray quality welds. This covered electrode offers a quiet, stable, low penetration, spatter-free arc. The moderately heavy slag is easy to remove, revealing a bead with distinct ripples. Operator appeal is a plus factor.

Features

• High deposition electrode for low and medium carbon steels
• Excellent mechanical properties
• Produces crack resistant, x-ray quality welds
• Provides a quiet, stable, low penetration, spatter-free arc
• Slag is easily removed revealing a bead with distinct ripples
• Operates with AC or DCEP polarity
• All position welding, except vertical down
• Typical applications include low alloy structures, piping, pressure vessels, boilers, heavy-duty equipment, ship building, general maintenance and fabrication
• Conforms to ANSI/AWS A5.1 & ASME SFA 5.1 E7018