MANGALAM®
M.S. Electrodes- E7018

Excellence in Welding for Heavy-Duty Applications

The MANGALAM E 7018 is a basic-coated, low-hydrogen iron powder electrode, designed for radiographic-quality welds in all positions. Engineered for demanding environments, it resists hot and cold cracking, ensuring strong, ductile, and tough welds. With an impressive metal recovery rate of 115%, it delivers exceptional performance for critical structural and industrial applications.

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Versatile and Reliable for High-Stress Environments

Heavy structures subject to dynamic loading.
Heavy structures subject to dynamic loading.

Pressure parts in thermal power plants.
Pressure parts in thermal power plants.

Boilers, pressure vessels, and pipes.
Boilers, pressure vessels, and pipes.

Bridges, shipbuilding, coaches, and wagons.
Bridges, shipbuilding, coaches, and wagons.

Penstocks and earth-moving machines.
Penstocks and earth-moving machines.

Packing Data

SWG Size Size (mm) Electrodes/Packet Electrodes/CartonCurrent (Amps)
12 2.50 x 350/450 150 60080 - 110
10 3.15 x 350/450 100 400110 - 130
8 4.00 x 350/450 70 280150 - 200
6 5.00 x 450 45 180190 - 250

Chemical Composition of Weld Metal (%)

Mechanical Properties of Weld Metal

Element Composition (%)
Carbon (C) 0.12 Max
Manganese (Mn) 0.80 - 1.60
Silicon (Si) 0.75 Max
Sulfur (S) 0.035 Max
Phosphorus (P) 0.035 Max
Nickel (Ni) 0.30 Max
Chromium (Cr) 0.20 Max
Molybdenum (Mo) 0.30 Max
Vanadium (V) 0.08 Max
Property Value
UTS (N/mm²) 510 - 610
YS (N/mm²) 360 Min
Elongation (%) 20 Min
CVN Impact at -30°C (J) 27 Min
Diffusible Hydrogen (per 100g weld metal) 5 ml Max

Test Performance:

Bend Test 3 T at 180° - Satisfactory

Radiography Test Blue Standard - Satisfactory

Storage Stability - Satisfactory

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Current Conditions

Current Conditions

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Operates on AC current.

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Operates on DC current.

Welding Positions: F, H, V-UP, OH.

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