ESAB 7018-1 Prime
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 Charpy V-Notch Properties
| Impact Value | Testing Temperature | |||
| as welded aws | ||||
| 105 J (78 ft-lb) | -45 degC (-49 degF) | |||
| 100 J (74 ft-lb) | -50 degC (-58 degF) | |||
Typical Tensile Properties
| Condition | Elongation | Shielding Gas | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength |
| As Welded | 28 % | AWS | 590 MPa (86 ksi) | 500 MPa (73 ksi) |
Deposition Data
| Current | Fusion time per electrode at 90% I max | Deposition Rate @ 90% I max | Diameter | Deposition Efficiency (%) | Number of electrodes/kg weld metal | Voltage |
| 80-110 A | 63.5 sec | 0.86 kg/h (1,9 lb/h) | 2.4 x 350.0 mm (3/32 x 13,8 in.) | 64 % | 65.8 | 22.6 V |
| 110-140 A | 72 sec | 1.22 kg/h (2,7 lb/h) | 3.2 x 350.0 mm (1/8 x 13,8 in.) | 62 % | 41.1 | 22.6 V |
| 140-200 A | 72.5 sec | 1.77 kg/h (3,9 lb/h) | 4.0 x 350.0 mm (5/32 x 13,8 in.) | 62 % | 28 | 23.2 V |
Classifications
| Classifications |
SFA/AWS A5.1 : E7018-1H4 R EN ISO 2560-A : E 46 5 B 32 H5 CSA W48 : E4918-1-H4 SFA/AWS A5.1 : E7018H4 R |
Approvals
| Approvals |
SB :
ABS 3Y H5 SB : BV 3Y H5 SB : CWB E4918-1-H4 DNV-GL 3Y H5 |
| Approvals are based on factory location. Please contact ESAB for more information. |
Consumable Characteristics
| Alloy Type | Carbon Manganese |
| Coating Type | Basic covering |
| Diffusible Hydrogen | < 4.0 ml/100g |
| Welding Current | AC, DC+ |
Part Numbers and Accessories
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