{"product_id":"30405-rod-welding-5lb-1-8in-mild-stl-890-9491","title":"30405  ROD WELDING 5LB 1\/8IN MILD STL","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForney Industries 30405 E6013 Welding Rod (\u003cspan itemprop=\"model\"\u003e30405\u003c\/span\u003e) is designed for general-purpose and all-position mild steel welding across light fabrication, sheet metal, and ductwork applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003eMPN\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e30405\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eForney Industries\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003eElectrode Classification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eE6013\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003eDiameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e1\/8 in (3.175 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003eRod Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e14 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003ePackage Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e5 lb (2.26 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003eTensile Strength\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e83,000 PSI\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003eCompatible Base Metal\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eMild Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003eRecommended Polarity\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eAC, DCEP, DCEN (either polarity)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eE6013 all-position electrode classification\u003c\/strong\u003e — supports flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead welding orientations, eliminating the need for multiple rod types on multi-position jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAC, DCEP, and DCEN polarity compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e — works with a wide range of welding machines without requiring polarity-specific setup changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to shallow penetration profile\u003c\/strong\u003e — well-suited for poorly fitted joints and light gauge metal where burn-through must be controlled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth, steady arc with excellent wetting action\u003c\/strong\u003e — produces flat, visually consistent beads that minimize post-weld grinding and finishing time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow spatter output with excellent slag removal\u003c\/strong\u003e — reduces cleanup time and consumable waste; virtually self-cleaning in vertical down fillet welds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e83,000 PSI tensile strength\u003c\/strong\u003e — provides structural integrity for mild steel fabrication applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/8 in (3.175 mm) diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e — small diameter supports low heat input, making these rods appropriate for thin metals and light gauge sheet stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLight gauge metal and sheet metal fabrication\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHVAC ductwork welding and assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGeneral mild steel fabrication and repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePoorly fitted or gapped joints requiring controlled penetration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProjects where weld appearance and ease of operation are priorities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gap Power","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46916792090777,"sku":"890-9491","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0639\/8138\/7929\/files\/11799204-1.jpg?v=1775354016","url":"https:\/\/gappower.com\/products\/30405-rod-welding-5lb-1-8in-mild-stl-890-9491","provider":"Gap Power","version":"1.0","type":"link"}