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S125358-035 - Hobart Hoballoy 8018-C3 Low Alloy Stick Electrode 3/16" 50lb

Packaging: 50lb can
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OVERVIEW

Reliable Toughness for Heavy-Duty Welding

When your project demands strength and resilience, the Hobart Hoballoy 8018-C3 Stick Electrode delivers. Designed for professional welders tackling demanding jobs, this 3/16" electrode is perfect for joining high-strength steels used in shipbuilding, piping, and offshore structures. The secret to its performance lies in the 1% nickel content, which provides exceptional toughness and impact strength, ensuring your welds hold fast even when the temperature drops to -40°F.

Welders will appreciate the superior usability of the Hoballoy 8018-C3. It offers outstanding puddle control and smooth wetting action, making it easier to lay down consistent, high-quality beads with excellent tie-in. Whether you are working in the shop or out in the field, the arc stability helps reduce fatigue and improves overall productivity. Plus, the coating is specifically formulated to resist moisture, giving you peace of mind when working in humid conditions where standard rods might fail.

This 50lb can ensures you have plenty of material for large-scale projects. Compatible with both AC and DCEP power sources, it offers the flexibility needed for various equipment setups. From storage tanks to heavy construction machinery, trust Hobart Hoballoy 8018-C3 to provide the 80,000 psi tensile strength and durability your critical welds require.

Additional Information
Brand:Hobart
AWS Spec:E8018-C3
Diameter:5.0mm (3/16")
Packaging Description:50 lb Can
Polarity:AC/DCEP
Position:All
Rod Type:Stick Electrode
AWS Classification:E8018-C3
Tensile Strength:80,000 psi
Alloy Content:1% Nickel
Impact Toughness:20 ft.lbs at -40°F
Coating Type:Moisture Resistant
Current Type:AC, DCEP

INCLUDED

  • 50 lb Can of Hoballoy 8018-C3 Stick Electrodes (3/16" Diameter)

APPLICATIONS

  • Shipbuilding and Marine Construction
  • Pressure Piping and Pipelines
  • Storage Tanks (Gas and Liquid)
  • T-1 and AR (Abrasion Resistant) Steels
  • Heavy Construction Equipment
  • Petrochemical Facilities
  • Offshore Platforms

FAQ

This electrode is classified as E8018-C3.

It is designed for applications requiring 80,000 psi tensile strength.

Yes, it contains approximately 1% nickel to improve toughness and impact resistance.

You can use either DCEP (Direct Current Electrode Positive) or AC (Alternating Current).

Yes, the coating is specifically formulated to resist high heat and humidity conditions.

The electrodes have a diameter of 3/16 inch.

Common applications include shipbuilding, piping, storage tanks, and welding T-1 or AR steels.

This product comes in a 50 lb can.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

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