E6013 Welding Rod
The 6013 electrode is a low-alloy steel welding rod suitable for all-position welding. Available in diameters from 1.6 mm to 5.8 mm, it offers excellent welding performance and produces a smooth, shiny weld appearance. It is commonly used for steel plates in shipbuilding, automotive fabrication, and general metalwork, and is also ideal for intermittent welding on sheet metals and small components.
Key Specifications
Type of Coating: High titania, potassium
Welding Positions: Flat (F), Horizontal (H), Horizontal Fillet (HF), Overhead (OH), Vertical (V)
Compatible Current: AC, DCEP, DCEN
Storage Notice: Normally does not require re-baking. If damp, re-bake at 150°C for 30–60 minutes before use.
Chemical Composition of Deposited Metal (%)
| Element | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Ni | Cr | Mo | V |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | ≤0.20 | ≤1.20 | ≤1.00 | ≤0.040 | ≤0.035 | ≤0.30 | ≤0.20 | ≤0.30 | ≤0.08 |
| Typical | 0.070 | 0.40 | 0.25 | 0.025 | 0.020 | 0.05 | 0.018 | 0.005 | 0.010 |
Mechanical Properties of Deposited Metal
| Property | TENSILE STRENGTH RM (MPa) | YIELD STRENGTH REL (MPa) | ELONGATION A (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | ≥430 | ≥330 | ≥16 |
| Typical | 480 | 380 | 22 |
Sizes & Recommended Current (DC or AC)
| Welding Rod Diameter (mm) | 2.0 | 2.5 | 3.2 | 4.0 | 5.0 | 5.8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welding Rod Length (mm) | 300 | 300 | 350 | 400 | 400 | 400 |
| Welding Current (A) | 40–70 | 60–90 | 90–130 | 150–190 | 180–250 | 220–280 |