Features
- General purpose basic DC+ electrode for mild and low alloy steels.
- Exceptional running characteristics for smooth, stable arc with minimal spatter.
- Low hydrogen content (<5.0 ml/100g) to prevent hydrogen-induced cracking.
- Produces high-quality welds with excellent toughness and ductility.
- Assured good penetration, consistent mechanical properties, and X-ray quality welds.
- Exceeds industry criteria for low moisture pick-up (<0.4 after 9 hours at 274 °C, 80% RH).
- Basic covering ensures reliable arc stability and easy slag removal.
- Carbon manganese alloy weld metal with typical analysis C 0.06%, Mn 1.1%, Si 0.5%.
- High yield strength (445 MPa) and tensile strength (540 MPa) as-welded.
- Excellent elongation of 28% in the as-welded condition.
- Impact toughness: 70 J at ‑40 °C testing temperature.
- Suitable for structural steelwork, pressure vessels, pipelines, and harsh environments.
- Efficient deposition rate of 2.61 kg/h with 5.0 × 450 mm electrodes.
Specifications
Last Modified | 28/06/2025, 08:25:35 |
Weight | 18 kg |
Length | 45 cm |
Data Sheet | https://expressweldcare.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/ESAB-OK-48.60-Low-Hydrogen-Electrodes-E7018-Datasheet.pdf |
Classifications | SFA/AWS A5.1 : E7018; EN ISO 2560-A : E 42 4 B 42 H5 |
Approvals | ABS : 3Y H5; BV : 3Y H5; CE : EN 13479; DB : 10.039.23; DNV : 3Y H5; LR : 3Y H5; VdTÜV : 10094 |
Welding Current | DC+ |
Diffusible Hydrogen | < 5.0 ml/100 g |
Alloy Type | Carbon Manganese |
Coating Type | Basic covering |
Yield Strength (As Welded) | 445 MPa |
Tensile Strength (As Welded) | 540 MPa |
Elongation (As Welded) | 28 % |
Testing Temperature (Charpy V-Notch) | -40 °C |
Impact Value (Charpy V-Notch) | 70 J |
Typical Weld Metal Analysis – C | 0.06 % |
Typical Weld Metal Analysis – Mn | 1.1 % |
Typical Weld Metal Analysis – Si | 0.5 % |
Deposition Data (5.0 × 450 mm) | Current 190–260 A; Voltage 24 V; Efficiency 75%; Electrodes/kg 13; Fusion time per electrode at 90% I_max 99 sec; Deposition rate 2.61 kg/h |
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