Stick Welding Operation - Eastwood MP200i Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

STICK WELDING OPERATION

ELECTRODE SELECTION
Before beginning welding with your Eastwood Elite AC/DC MP200i, 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 they should be selected depending on the project at 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
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