EASYARC 7018-1
TM
MILD STEEL STICK ELECTRODE
EASYARCTM 7018-1 is an iron
powder low-hydrogen type electrode
PERMAPACK
WELDING POSITIONS
for all-position welding of mild and
high strength low alloy steels. The
easily controlled arc of EASYARCTM
1G
2G
If weaving is required, the width
2F
should not exceed 3x the diameter
7018-1 makes it easy to use on DC
polarity.EASYARCTM 7018-1 offers
excellent mechanical properties and
notch toughness.
of the electrode.
3G
4G
5G
REDRYING
All controlled hydrogen electrodes will
APPLICATION
perform optimally when they are dry.
EASYARC TM 7018-1 is a multi-purpose
APPROVALS
electrode with excellent operator appeal.
ABS: 3YH5
It is recommended for the critical welding
LR: 3YH5
of C-Mn, micro alloyed, and low alloy
CCS: 3YH5
AWS A5.1: E7018-1
include the welding of offshore platforms,
ship building, pressure vessels and
Superb weld profiles in all
positions
Excellent DC operator
appeal
Excellent mechanical and
toughness properties
Manufactured under a quality
system certified to ISO 9001
the packet / container and spread
have had a short or mild exposure to
the atmosphere then re-drying at
GUIDELINES FOR USE
572F(300C) for 1 hour will be
All water, rust and oil should be
sufficient. For electrodes that have
completely removed from base
been exposed to longer or more
material to prevent cracking and
aggressive conditions or for critical
blowholes.
Easy slag removal
necessary, remove electrodes from
ventilated oven. For electrodes that
buildings.
ADVANTAGE LINCOLN
moisture pick-up in good storage
thinly and evenly on racks in a
heavy steel structure on bridges and
ASME SFA-5.1
provide excellent protection against
conditions. Should re-drying be
structural steels. Typical applications
CONFORMANCE
Unopened Lincoln PERMAPACK's
Backstep method should be applied
to prevent porosity during starting.
work re-drying at 572-662F
(300-350C) for 1-2 hours is
recommended. After re-drying
Arc length should be kept as short
electrodes should be stored in
as possible during welding.
a hot box.
requirements
Available in PERMAPACKTM (1)
(Vacuum Sealed)
DIAMETERS / PACKAGING
Diameter Length
(mm)
PERMAPACKTM (1)
Tube
Weight (kg)
Packet
Carton
Packet
per Carton
Pallet Weight
(Kg)
Product
No.
2.6 300
2.5
20
1000
EDAP0026
3.2 350
2.5
20
1000
EDAP0027
4.0 400
2.5
20
1000
EDAP0028
5.0 400
2.5
20
1000
EDAP0029
(1) The electrodes are placed in a plastic tube, and then are vacuum-packed in moisture proof, foil-poly bags to prevent moisture pick-up.
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EASYARC 7018-1
TM
MILD STEEL STICK ELECTRODE
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES, ALL WELD METAL
Yield
Strength
Mpa
Tensile
Strength
Mpa
Elongation
(%)
Impact ISO
-V, J
Diffusible
Hydrogen
(ml/100g)
Required AWS
E7018-1
min.399
min.482
23
min.27@-45
<8ml/100g
Typical Values
430
521
32
146@-45
2.69ml/100g
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION, ALL WELD METAL
C
Mn
Si
Requirements
AWS E7018-1
(%) Max.
0.15
1.60
0.75
0.035
0.035
Typical
Results(%)
0.06
1.10
0.24
0.016
0.017
Ni
Cr
Mo
0.30
0.20
0.30
0.08
0.012
0.005
0.022
0.007
RECOMMENDED WELDING CURRENT(DC+)
Diameter x Length
(mm)
Current
(A)
DC+
2.6 x 300
3.2 x 350
4.0 x 400
5.0 x 400
70-110
90-160
130-210
180-300
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Publication CC1.008.EN Stick Rod
11/07
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