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E6013

HAKUDO E6013 — General-purpose carbon steel electrode (AWS A5.1 E6013)

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Product standards referenced below — certification documentation available on request.
AWS A5.1EN 12413EN 13236ISO 9001:2015DNV·GLAARSGS · RoHS · CEAWS A5.1EN 12413EN 13236ISO 9001:2015DNV·GLAARSGS · RoHS · CE
AWS A5.1 certified70–230 A · AC/DCAll positions · F·H·V·OH
HAKUDO E6013 — General-purpose carbon steel electrode (AWS A5.1 E6013) — Main photo
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An easy-to-run, general-purpose carbon-steel electrode prized for arc stability, operator handling and flexibility across job-site conditions. Ideal for everyday welding in light fabrication and repair — thin sheet and ordinary steel structures up to about 16 mm. For pressure vessels, bridges and heavy load-bearing work, use E7018 instead.

Welding — Electrodes, MIG/MAG & flux-cored wire

Sizes & ordering

SKUSizePrice
HAK-E6013-2.5X3002.5×300mm$23.25 /20kg carton
HAK-E6013-3.2X3503.2×350mm$23.25 /20kg carton
HAK-E6013-4.0X4004.0×400mm$23.25 /20kg carton
HAK-E6013-5.0X4005.0×400mm$23.25 /20kg carton

Applications

  • Gates, fences, railings, shelves and gussets
  • Light vehicles, trailers and frame reinforcement
  • Light ships and low-pressure pipe
  • Agricultural machinery
  • Temporary and light structural steel
  • General repair — machine frames, conveyors, pump bases
Notes & safetyEasy arc start; neat welds on clean or lightly rusted steel, stable even on low-voltage AC. Mechanical: tensile ≥430 MPa, yield ≥330 MPa, elongation ≥17%. Recommended current — 2.5mm 70–110A · 3.2mm 100–140A · 4.0mm 140–180A · 5.0mm 180–230A. Store dry; bake 80–100°C for 1h if damp.

Combos — order together

Electrode Pair

2-in-1
E6013E6013+E7018E7018

Both electrode grades — general-purpose E6013 and low-hydrogen E7018 — for everyday and structural work.

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Frequently asked questions

What is an E6013 electrode used for?

E6013 is a general-purpose rutile welding electrode used for mild-steel fabrication, repair and sheet-metal work. It strikes easily, runs on AC or DC and welds in all positions, which makes it a default choice for workshops and site repairs.

What amperage does E6013 need?

Typical settings: 2.5 mm about 70-90 A, 3.2 mm about 90-130 A, 4.0 mm about 130-170 A, on AC or DC. Exact values depend on position and base material - check the box datasheet.

What is the tensile strength of HAKUDO E6013?

HAKUDO E6013 is manufactured to AWS A5.1 E6013 specifications with a minimum tensile strength of 430 MPa (60 ksi class), verified per mill test report.

Do E6013 electrodes need re-drying?

E6013 rutile electrodes are moisture-tolerant and normally usable straight from an intact box when stored dry. Low-hydrogen E7018 electrodes do require re-drying - see the E7018 page.