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Washington Alloy 11018-M SMAW

Washington Alloy 11018-M low-hydrogen electrode setup guidance and package options.

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Washington Alloy 11018-M SMAW

Process Notes

The 11018‑M is a low‑hydrogen, iron‑powder coated SMAW electrode crafted for structural welding on high‑strength, low‑alloy steels. It delivers superior mechanical properties, low diffusible hydrogen, and excellent impact toughness for demanding environments

Key Features:

- Minimum tensile strength of 110 ksi (≈ 760 MPa)

- Strong impact resistance at low temps (e.g. ≥ 20 ft‑lb CVN at -50 °F)

- Low hydrogen content (< 4 mL/100 g) is suitable for welding high-hydrogen‑sensitive steels

- Available in multiple diameters with DC‑DCEP or AC usability

Setup Chart

Setup guidance

PropertySpecification
AWS ClassificationE11018‑M H4R (low-hydrogen, moisture resistant) | |
Tensile Strength~110 000 psi / ~760 MPa |
Yield Strength~107 000 psi / ~736 MPa |
Elongation~22 % |
Impact Toughness≥ 20 ft‑lb at -60-50 °F (~≥ 27 J) |
Chemical CompositionIncludes Ni, Mn, Mo; low C, Si, Cr |

Operating Range

Power: AC / DCEP (DC+) SPECIFICATIONS: AWS A5.1 E11018-M | ASME SFA 5.1 E11018-M |

Rod SizeAmpsAmazon link: Needs verification.Shopify
3/32"60-100Amazon link: Needs verification.Shop at ArcWeld Store
1/8"80-160Amazon link: Needs verification.Shop at ArcWeld Store
5/32"130-220Amazon link: Needs verification.Shop at ArcWeld Store
3/16"200-300Amazon link: Needs verification.Shop link unavailable

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What does this part do?

A plasma electrode carries the arc inside the torch. Electrode wear affects arc starting, cut quality, and consumable life.