Hot Max Welding Rods, E7018X1/8" 5LB

Hot Max Welding Rods, E7018X1/8" 5LB

The Hot Max 22080 E7018 Welding Rods are low-hydrogen, high-strength stick electrodes designed to produce strong, crack-resistant welds on carbon and low-alloy steels. These 1/8-inch E7018 electrodes provide a smooth, stable arc, excellent bead appearance, and easy slag removal, making them an ideal choice for structural fabrication, equipment repair, and maintenance applications. Packaged in a convenient 5 lb. container, they offer the perfect balance of quantity and performance for both professional welders and serious DIY fabricators. When strength matters, these rods are ready to earn their keep.

Country of Origin
Made in the U.S.A.

Key Features / Specifications

• Model / Part Number: 22080
• Brand: Hot Max
• Product Type: Stick welding electrodes (SMAW)
• AWS Classification: E7018
• Rod Diameter: 1/8 in.
• Package Weight: 5 lb
• Material Compatibility: Carbon steel and low-alloy steel
• Tensile Strength: 70,000 PSI
• Coating Type: Low-hydrogen iron powder coating
• Welding Positions: All-position
• Polarity: AC and DCEP (DC+)
• Arc Characteristics: Smooth, stable arc with easy starts and restrikes
• Penetration: Moderate penetration for high-strength structural welds
• Slag Removal: Easy-to-remove slag for clean, professional-quality welds
• Applications: Structural fabrication, heavy equipment repair, farm machinery, construction, and industrial maintenance
• Storage Recommendation: Store in a dry location to preserve the low-hydrogen characteristics of the electrodes

Ideal For

• Structural steel fabrication and repair
• Farm, construction, and industrial maintenance
• Welding carbon steel where high-strength, low-hydrogen welds are required
• Professional welders and serious DIY fabricators needing a convenient 5 lb. package
• Anyone who appreciates a weld that holds strong long after the sparks have stopped flying