Bohler Q E 7018-1 3.2 mm x 350 mm 4.2KG Pack

The Böhler Q E 7018-1 is a basic-coated, low-hydrogen electrode designed to produce high-quality welds with excellent mechanical strength, toughness, and reliability. Engineered for demanding industrial applications, it delivers a stable arc, low spatter, and a smooth bead finish, ensuring clean, defect-free welds across all positions except vertical down.

Highly effective on steels with low purity or high carbon content, this electrode achieves metal recovery greater than 110%, providing superior efficiency and consistent weldability. It is ideal for use in industrial fabrication, shipbuilding, steel construction, and heavy machinery manufacturing, where strength and durability are essential.

Produced by Böhler Welding, a globally trusted manufacturer of premium welding consumables, the Q E 7018-1 meets rigorous quality standards and delivers strong, crack-resistant welds, making it a reliable choice for professional welders and engineers.

Key Features

• Type: Basic low-hydrogen electrode (E7018-1)

• Diameter: 3.2mm

• Length: 350mm

• Pack Size: 4.2kg

• Mechanical Properties: Excellent strength and impact toughness

• Metal Recovery: >110% for improved welding efficiency

• Performance: Low spatter, stable arc, and smooth bead appearance

• Weldability: Excellent in all positions except vertical down

• Compatibility: Performs well on low-purity and high-carbon steels

• Ease of Use: Clean bead finish with easy slag removal

• Applications: Suitable for structural, industrial, and repair welding

Typical Applications

• Steel construction and structural fabrication

• Boiler and pressure vessel manufacturing

• Shipbuilding and vehicle production

• Machine and plant construction

• Buffer layers and build-ups on high-carbon steels

Classification

• AWS/ASME: E7018-1

• EN ISO 2560-A: E 42 5 B 42 H5