Welding Rod 6013

Welding Rod 6013

 

Welding Rod 6013

The welding rod 6013 is a commonly used electrode in shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), also known as stick welding. It is classified under the American Welding Society (AWS) A5.1 standard. The “6013” designation indicates specific characteristics of the welding rod.

 

6013 welding rods

 

6013 welding rods

1. Electrode Type: 6013 is a mild steel, all-position electrode. It can be used for welding in various positions, including flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead.
2. Coating Type: The electrode is coated with a thin layer of rutile, which provides easy arc striking and smooth welding performance.
3. Welding Current: It is designed to operate with both alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) welding machines.
4. Polarity: It is designed to be used with both AC (alternating current) and DC (direct current) power sources. However, it typically performs well with DC, especially DC positive (reverse polarity).
5. Applications: 6013 welding rods are versatile and suitable for a wide range of applications, including general-purpose welding of carbon steel structures, sheet metal, and ornamental ironwork.
6. Welding Characteristics: The 6013 electrode produces a weld bead with good appearance, minimal spatter, and excellent slag removal. It also has good penetration capabilities.
7. Amperage Range: The amperage range for welding with a 6013 rod depends on the rod diameter, but typically falls between 40 and 200 amps.
8. Rod Size: The 6013 welding rod comes in various diameters, commonly ranging from 1/16 inch to 5/32 inch, and sometimes larger.

 

E6013 electrode specification

 

The E6013 electrode is a commonly used welding electrode that belongs to the AWS (American Welding Society) classification. Here are the specifications for the E6013 electrode:

 

Classification:

• • The “E” stands for electrode.
  • The “60” indicates a tensile strength of 60,000 psi (pounds per square inch).
  • The “1” suggests an all-position welding electrode.

E6013 Electrode Meaning

 

• “E” Stands for Electrode: This indicates that the material is an electrode used in welding.
• “60” Indicates Tensile Strength: The number 60 in E6013 represents the tensile strength of the weld metal in thousands of pounds per square inch (psi). In this case, it means the tensile strength is around 60,000 psi.
• “1” Indicates Welding Position: The number 1 signifies that this electrode can be used in all welding positions, including flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• “3” Indicates Coating Type: The number 3 indicates the type of coating on the electrode. In the case of E6013, it has a high cellulose sodium coating. This coating provides stable arc characteristics and easy slag removal.

 

 

Coating:

• • The electrode is coated with a high cellulose sodium type coating.

 

Polarity:

1. • It is designed to be used with AC (alternating current) or DCEN (direct current electrode negative) polarity.

 

Welding Positions:

• • E6013 is known as an all-position electrode, meaning it can be used for welding in various positions, including flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead.

Characteristics:

• • It produces a smooth, medium-penetrating arc with relatively low spatter levels.
  • The slag is easy to remove.
  • It is suitable for both thin and thick metal sections.

Applications:

• • E6013 electrodes are commonly used for welding light to medium-gauge carbon steel.

Diameter Range:

• • E6013 electrodes are available in various diameters to suit different welding applications.

 

Electrode Classification Coating Type

 

Electrode Classification Table

Class	Electrode Coating	Penetration	Current Type
Exxx0	Cellulose, Sodium	Deep	AC, DCEP
Exxx1	Cellulose, Potassium	Deep	AC, DCEN
Exxx2	Rutile, Sodium	Medium	AC, DCEP, DCEN
Exxx3	Rutile, Potassium	Light	DCEP, DCEN
Exxx4	Rutile, Iron, Powder, Medium	AC
Exxx5	Low Hydrogen, Sodium, Medium	DCEP	DCEP
Exxx6	Low Hydrogen, Potassium, Medium	AC	AC, DCEN
Exxx7	Iron Powder, Iron, Oxide	Medium	AC, DCEP
Exxx8	Low Hydrogen, Iron, Powder	Medium	AC, DCEP, DCEN
Exxx9	Iron Oxide, Rutile, Potassium	Medium

The amperage range for shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), also known as stick welding

 

Typical Shielded Metal Arc Welding Parameters

• 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) electrodes: Typically used in the range of 20-45 amps.
• 3/32 inch (2.4 mm) electrodes: Generally used in the range of 40-90 amps.
• 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) electrodes: Commonly used in the range of 75-150 amps.
• 5/32 inch (4.0 mm) electrodes: Typically used in the range of 125-220 amps.
• 3/16 inch (4.8 mm) electrodes: Generally used in the range of 175-300 amps.

 

Electrode classifications may vary by country and welding standards organizations. Always refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations and relevant welding codes for specific applications.