Welding Rods - General Stores, Hardware and Tools
Marine welding rods are covered electrodes used for repair, fabrication and maintenance of ship structures, piping, machinery foundations and general steelwork. Selection depends on base metal, welding position, strength, coating type and required approval.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Welding Rods |
|---|---|
| Product Category | General Stores, Hardware and Tools |
| Product Reference | 247 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | Lincoln Electric, ESAB, voestalpine Böhler Welding |
| Unit of Measure | Kilogram |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. Available in rutile, basic-low-hydrogen and stainless-steel types |
| 2. Suitable for carbon steel, low-alloy steel and stainless steel applications |
| 3. Common diameters include 2.5 mm, 3.2 mm and 4.0 mm |
| 4. Used with AC or DC welding current depending on electrode type |
| 5. Low-hydrogen rods require controlled storage and rebaking |
Applications of Welding Rods
| Application |
|---|
| 1. Ship hull, deck and structural steel repairs |
| 2. Maintenance of brackets, foundations, supports and handrails |
| 3. Piping, tanks and stainless-steel fabrication |
Models & Manufacturers
| Model | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| AWS E6013 | Lincoln Electric |
| AWS E7018 | ESAB |
| AWS E308L-16 | voestalpine Böhler Welding |
| AWS E316L-16 | ESAB |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWS E6013 | Tensile strength | Minimum 430 | MPa |
| AWS E6013 | Typical electrode diameters | 2.5, 3.2, 4.0 | mm |
| AWS E7018 | Tensile strength | Minimum 490 | MPa |
| AWS E7018 | Typical electrode diameters | 2.5, 3.2, 4.0 | mm |
| AWS E308L-16 | Weld metal type | Austenitic stainless steel, approximately 19Cr-10Ni | — |
| AWS E316L-16 | Weld metal type | Austenitic stainless steel, approximately 19Cr-12Ni-2.5Mo | — |
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 for carbon-steel covered electrodes, AWS A5.4 for stainless-steel covered electrodes, ISO 2560 for manual metal arc welding electrodes for non-alloy and fine-grain steels, and ISO 3581 for stainless and heat-resisting steels. Product certificates depend on manufacturer and grade. |
|---|---|
| Class Approval | Marine-approved welding consumables may be type-approved or accepted by DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas, ClassNK or other societies. Approval is grade-, product- and manufacturer-specific and should be verified from the current certificate. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Select the electrode classification, diameter, polarity and welding current from the approved welding procedure. Remove rust, oil, paint and moisture from the joint. Keep low-hydrogen electrodes in heated storage and use only within the manufacturer's exposure limits. |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Tips | Store electrodes sealed and dry in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Keep low-hydrogen electrodes in a holding oven after opening. Inspect packaging, classification and expiry information before use; discard electrodes with damaged coating or moisture contamination. |
| Safety Notes | Use trained welders, suitable PPE, welding screens and adequate ventilation. Control fire hazards and obtain a hot-work permit where required. Isolate nearby fuel, gas and electrical hazards, and follow the vessel's hot-work, confined-space and gas-testing procedures. |
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