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E7018 Low-Hydrogen Steel Stick Electrodes – 1/8" (3.2mm)

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MWA701832
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  • Atlantic
  • BÖHLER
  • Lincoln Electric
  • BonArc
  • Executive
  • Magmaweld
  • Powerweld
  • 5.0 kg (11.0 lbs.)
  • 4.2 kg (9.2 lbs.)
  • 4.0 kg (8.8 lbs.)
  • 4.5 kg (10.0 lbs.)
  • 2 kg (4.41 lbs)
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E7018 Low-Hydrogen Steel Stick Electrodes – 1/8" (3.2mm)

MapleWeld carries the 1/8" (3.2mm) E7018/E7018-1 low-hydrogen stick electrode, a coated electrode used across all industries for welding carbon and low alloy steels. It delivers excellent strength and toughness, a smooth and stable arc with minimal spatter, superior arc starting and re-strike, and easy slag removal for high-quality, X-ray quality welds. Choose from Atlantic, BÖHLER, Lincoln Electric, BonArc, Executive, Magmaweld, and Powerweld in the pack size that suits your shop, shipped from our Toronto, ON warehouse across Canada.

Key Features

  • Low-hydrogen coated electrode for carbon and low alloy steels
  • Excellent strength and toughness for robust welds
  • Smooth, stable arc with minimal spatter
  • Superior arc starting and re-strike capability
  • Easy slag removal
  • Produces high-quality, X-ray quality welds
  • Runs all-position on AC or DC reverse polarity current
  • Recommended for medium-grade carbon steels without preheat
  • Effective on cold-rolled steels prone to porosity with conventional electrodes

Technical Specifications

AWS ClassificationE7018 / E7018-1
Diameter1/8" (3.2mm)
Coating TypeLow-hydrogen, iron powder
Current TypeAC or DC, reverse polarity
Welding PositionAll positions
PreheatNot required for medium-grade carbon steel
Weld QualityX-ray quality
Typical ApplicationsStructural steel, general construction, pressure vessels, boilers, pipes, bridges, power plants, marine industry, offshore rigs, steel structures, tack welds for tubular wire

Part Number & Size Reference

Atlantic – 5.0 kg (11.0 lbs.) – SKU MWA701832 – $37.90 CAD
BÖHLER – 4.2 kg (9.2 lbs.) – SKU MW7018112509BW – $75.00 CAD
Lincoln Electric – 4.0 kg (8.8 lbs.) – SKU MW7018112511XLE – $89.00 CAD
BonArc – 4.5 kg (10.0 lbs.) – SKU MWBA701832 – $46.90 CAD
Executive – 4.5 kg (10.0 lbs.) – SKU MWEX701832 – $59.00 CAD
Magmaweld – 5.0 kg (11.0 lbs.) – SKU MWMG701832 – $45.00 CAD
Powerweld – 2 kg (4.41 lbs.) – SKU MW701832 – $15.99 CAD

Other Products

E7018 Electrodes – 3/32" (2.4mm) | E7018 Electrodes – 5/32" (4.0mm) | E7018 Electrodes – 3/16" (4.8mm) | E6010 Electrodes – 1/8" | E6011 Electrodes – 1/8" | E6013 Electrodes – 1/8" | ER70S-6 MIG Welding Wire | ER70S-6 TIG Welding Rods

Frequently Asked Questions

These electrodes are suitable for all-position welding, including flat, horizontal, vertical-up, and overhead applications when proper welding procedures are followed.
Typical ranges are: 3/32" (70–110A), 1/8" (90–150A), 5/32" (140–220A). Actual settings may vary depending on joint design, welding position, and machine characteristics.
3/32" electrodes are commonly used for 1/8"–1/4" steel, 1/8" electrodes for 1/4"–1/2" steel, and 5/32" electrodes for thicker structural sections requiring higher deposition rates.
To maintain low-hydrogen characteristics, opened electrodes should be stored in a rod oven at approximately 250°F–300°F (120°C–150°C) or in a sealed dry container when not in use.
Yes. If moisture absorption is suspected, electrodes may be rebaked according to applicable welding procedures and manufacturer recommendations before use on critical welds.
These electrodes are designed for welding mild steel, carbon steel, and many structural steel applications requiring strong, crack-resistant weld deposits with low hydrogen content.