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XXX1 = Polarity
1,3,4,8=AC or DC Reverse
2 = AC or DC straight
0 = DC Reverse
Electrodes
What is the classification of an E 7018?
–E
– 70
–1
–8
Electrode Diameter
Electrodes are also measured by their diameter
(the diameter of the electrode without including
the flux.
1/8 inch?
¼ inch?
Electrodes
When selecting an electrode you need to
consider the following:
– Welding leads
– Flammables
– Cover eyes while chipping slag