EB146 Basic Welding Electrode (E7018, 4.0 mm × 450 mm, 6.2 kg, ~86 pcs)

The ESAB – EB146 Basic Welding Electrode (E7018, 4.0 mm × 450 mm, 6.2 kg, ~86 pcs) is designed for demanding structural welding applications requiring high strength and reliability. Classified as AWS E7018, it provides a minimum tensile strength of 70,000 psi and features a low-hydrogen, iron-powder coating that produces crack-resistant welds with diffusible hydrogen below 3 ml/100 g. It operates on AC or DC+ (reverse polarity) with a recommended current range of 70–110 A.

The EB146 electrode supports all welding positions, including vertical-up and vertical-down fillet welding, and produces a stable arc with low spatter and easily removable slag for clean welds. To preserve its low-hydrogen characteristics, it should be re-dried at 350°C for 2 hours before use.

Common applications include shipbuilding, offshore structures, bridges, cranes, pylons, heavy structural beams, pressure vessels, industrial machinery, and power generation equipment.

Each pack contains approximately 86 electrodes (4.0mm × 450 mm) with a total weight of 6.2 kg. The electrode complies with AWS E7018 H4R and EN ISO 2560-A: E 38 3 B 42 H5 standards and holds multiple approvals including ABS, CE, DNV, GL, PRS, TÜV, and UDT. Typical weld metal composition includes 0.07% C, 0.40% Si, and 0.80% Mn, ensuring balanced mechanical performance.

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