Washington Alloy 7018 1/8" Welding Rods 10 lbs

Washington Alloy 7018 is the most efficient general purpose, iron powder, low hydrogen electrode. It is used for welding carbon steels, free-machining steels and low alloy steels with a minimum yield strength of 50,000 PSI. Washington Alloy 7018 has a very good deposition rate, providing a quiet steady arc with low spatter and medium penetration. Weld deposits are of X-ray quality with easy slag removal, exceptional mechanical properties and a smooth uniform bead appearance. Washington Alloy 7018 has excellent operator appeal and may be used in any position with AC or DC (reverse polarity).