ESAB 7018-1 Prime is a reliable, high-quality electrode, providing high deposition rate and extra low moisture absorption. It provides excellent welding pool control, minimal spatter level, good arc strike and easy slag removal making it easy to weld with, including in out-of-position welding. Particularly suitable for welding high strength low-alloy steels. The low-temperature impact strength of the weld metal should be noted.
Typical Tensile Properties
| Condition | Elongation | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength |
| As Welded | 28 % | 85.6 ksi | 72.5 ksi |
Typical Charpy V-Notch Properties
| Condition | Impact Value | Testing Temperature |
| As Welded | 77.4 ft-lb | -45 °C |
| As Welded | 73.7 ft-lb | -50 °C |
| Approvals: | ABS; 3Y H5; SB; BV; 3Y H5; SB; CWB; E4918-1-H4; SB; DNV-GL; 3Y H5 |
| Classifications: | SFA/AWS A5.1; E7018-1H4 R; SFA/AWS A5.1; E7018H4 R; CSA W48; E4918-1-H4; EN ISO 2560-A; E 46 5 B 32 H5 |
Approvals are based on factory location. Please contact ESAB for more information.
| Alloy Type: | Carbon Manganese |
| Coating Type: | IMPERIAL_Basic covering |
| Diffusible Hydrogen: | < 4.0 ml/100g |
| Welding Current: | AC, DC+ |