{"product_id":"w-elec-e9018-b3-1-8-lincoln-gricon","title":"Lincoln Electric Mild Steel Stick Electrodes","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Are Stick Electrodes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWelding electrodes are metal wires with baked on chemical coatings. The rod is used to sustain the welding arc and to provide the filler metal required for the joint to be welded. The coating protects the metal from damage, stabilizes the arc, and improves the weld. The diameter of the wire, less the coating, determines the size of the welding rod. This is expressed in fractions of an inch such as 3\/32\", 1\/8\", or 5\/32.\" The smaller the diameter means it requires less current and it deposits a smaller amount of filler metal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e These are a pound (1lb) of 14\" Mild Steel Stick Electrodes with 3\/32\" Diameter, E7018 AWS Classification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHobart® 7018 XLM Carbon Steel Stick Electrode measuring 3\/32\" is an iron powder electrode designed for DC reverse polarity or AC operation and is used for single or multiple pass, DCEP, AC, all position welding. It has a high deposition rate and features a quiet arc, minimal spatter and good restrike abilities. Electrode offers an excellent operator, and the weld puddle offers convenience when welding in either vertical or overhead position. It facilitates good slag removal and functions well in all positions. The stable arc enhances productivity and prevents starting porosity. Minimal cleaning is required after welding, and it is used for mild steel or for joining mild to alloy steels. It features extra low moisture, and the iron powder enhances the deposition rate. it is perfect for welding out-of-position tacking, low alloy structural, steel structures, field erections, offshore rigs, power plants. It conforms to AWS Spec A5.1, ASME SFA5.1, ABS and Lloyds standards. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy strike, re-strike and slag removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium arc performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower generation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess piping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChemical processing structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower generation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplications requiring stress-relieved conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Steel and Pipes Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40939271389244,"sku":"219.10.00104","price":1.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/core.steelandpipes.com\/products\/w-elec-e9018-b3-1-8-lincoln-gricon","provider":"SteelandPipesofFloridaLLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}