Electrodes - General Stores, Hardware and Tools
Marine welding electrodes are coated consumable rods used for repair, fabrication and maintenance of ship structures, piping, machinery foundations and general steelwork. Selection depends on base metal, welding position, strength, hydrogen control and classification requirements.
ProShipWorks provides end-to-end support to source and supply Electrodes for marine vessels, ship operators, industrial facilities, maintenance teams and procurement departments.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Electrodes |
|---|---|
| Product Category | General Stores, Hardware and Tools |
| Product Reference | 246 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | ESAB, Lincoln Electric, voestalpine Böhler Welding, Kobelco |
| Unit of Measure | Box |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. Low-hydrogen and rutile coating options |
| 2. Suitable for carbon and low-alloy steel fabrication |
| 3. Available for various welding positions |
| 4. Different tensile-strength and impact-toughness grades |
| 5. Supplied in moisture-resistant packaging |
Applications of Electrodes
| Application |
|---|
| 1. Ship hull and structural steel repair |
| 2. Pipe, bracket, foundation and deck fabrication |
| 3. Maintenance welding of marine machinery and equipment |
Models & Manufacturers
| Model | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| OK 46.00 | ESAB |
| OK 48.00 | ESAB |
| Conarc 48 | Lincoln Electric |
| FOX EV 50 | voestalpine Böhler Welding |
| LB-52U | Kobelco |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| OK 46.00 | AWS classification | E6013 | — |
| OK 46.00 | Coating type | Rutile | — |
| OK 48.00 | AWS classification | E7018 | — |
| OK 48.00 | Coating type | Basic low-hydrogen | — |
| Conarc 48 | AWS classification | E7018 | — |
| FOX EV 50 | AWS classification | E7018 | — |
| LB-52U | AWS classification | E7016 | — |
| LB-52U | Common diameters | 2.6, 3.2, 4.0, 5.0 | mm |
Standards, Certifications & Class Approval
Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.
| Applicable Standards & Certification | Common standards include AWS A5.1/A5.1M for carbon-steel covered electrodes and ISO 2560-A for manual metal arc welding electrodes. Actual approval, classification and impact requirements must be verified from the manufacturer certificate and vessel welding procedure. |
|---|---|
| Class Approval | Marine welding consumables may have product-specific approval or acceptance from DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas and ClassNK. Approval depends on electrode grade, diameter, batch, welding position and applicable vessel construction rules. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Confirm electrode classification, diameter, polarity and welding current against the approved WPS. Remove damaged packaging. Keep low-hydrogen electrodes in heated storage and use the specified rebaking and holding conditions. |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Tips | Store electrodes sealed, dry and off the deck. Record batch numbers and expiry information where applicable. Do not return damp or contaminated electrodes to storage; follow the manufacturer's drying instructions. |
| Safety Notes | Use a qualified welder, correct PPE, welding screens and adequate ventilation. Control fire hazards and obtain a hot-work permit where required. Inspect cables, holders and earthing before welding, and follow shipboard confined-space and gas-free procedures. |
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