{"product_id":"e7018-welding-rods","title":"SSimder 10LBS 1\/8\" E7018 Welding Rods","description":"\u003cp\u003eE7018 is the low-hydrogen structural stick rod: 70,000 psi tensile strength, all-position capability, and crack-resistant welds that hold up to bend and X-ray inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAWS class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE7018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTensile strength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70,000 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-hydrogen iron powder (H4\/H8 class)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePositions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll — flat, horizontal, vertical-up, overhead\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolarity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDCEP preferred, AC compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmperage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/32\": 70–110 A · 1\/8\": 90–160 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePenetration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRod oven 250–300°F after opening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStructural steel, load-bearing joints, code work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is E7018 used for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eE7018 is the minimum standard for structural and load-bearing joints — frames, brackets under load, pressure work. Its low-hydrogen coating prevents cracking in thick or critical welds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat amperage does E7018 need?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoughly 70–110 A for 3\/32\" rods and 90–160 A for 1\/8\" rods. Match the amperage to the rod diameter and keep a short arc length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow do I store E7018 rods?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep them dry, and after opening the package store them in a rod oven at 250–300°F. Moisture in the coating causes porosity and hydrogen cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simder Welder","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46545419632790,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0584\/5997\/9926\/files\/E7018.png?v=1787972827","url":"https:\/\/www.ssimder.com\/de\/products\/e7018-welding-rods","provider":"Simder Welder","version":"1.0","type":"link"}