Electrode Selection - Eastwood MP250i Instructions Manual

STICK WELDING OPERATION

ELECTRODE SELECTION

Before beginning welding with your Eastwood MP250i, you will need to purchase electrodes as these are a consumable item in the ARC welding process.
There are a variety of different types of rods available and should be selected depending on the project on hand. The chart below is an overview of some
of the most popular electrodes.
Electrode Polarity
E6010 DCEP
E6011 DCEP
E6013 DCEP, DCEN
E7014 DCEP, DCEN
E7018 DCEP
Electrode/Amperage Chart
Diameter
Electrode
IN
3/32
1/8
6010 & 6011
5/32
3/16
1/16
5/54
3/32
6013
1/8
5/32
3/16
3/32
7014 1/8
5/32
3/32
7018 1/8
5/32
3/32
7024 1/8
5/32
3/32
1/8
Ni-Cl
5/32
3/16
3/32
308L 1/8
5/32
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Usage
This electrode works well for welding rusty, dirty, painted, or greasy steels.
This electrode is a general purpose rod used for carbon and galvanized steel. It is recommended for use when
deep penetration is necessary.
This electrode is a general purpose rod used for welding carbon steel with poor-fitting joints. It is capable of
light penetration.
This electrode can be used where a high deposition is necessary along with fast travel speed. It is capable of
light penetration.
This electrode is best for use with clean, bare steel and is suitable for moderate penetration.
MM
2.4
3.2
4.0
4.8
1.5
2.0
2.4
3.2
4.0
4.8
2.4
3.2
4.0
2.4
3.2
4.0
2.4
3.2
4.0
2.4
3.2
4.0
4.8
2.4
3.2
4.0
Amperage Range
17