Description

GEMINI 7018-1 is a premium low hydrogen welding electrode engineered for applications requiring high mechanical properties, excellent toughness, and reliable crack resistance. Designed for structural steel fabrication, pressure vessel work, shipbuilding, and heavy industrial welding, it delivers consistent weld quality with stable arc characteristics and smooth metal transfer.

The electrode offers excellent performance in all welding positions and provides low spatter generation with easy slag removal, helping improve productivity and weld finish quality. Its strong impact resistance and reliable mechanical performance make it suitable for demanding welding environments where durability and weld integrity are critical.

GEMINI 7018-1 complies with AWS A5.1 E7018-1 classification standards and is approved by internationally recognized marine and industrial certification bodies, ensuring trusted welding performance and quality assurance.

Key Features

• High mechanical properties and crack resistance
• Stable arc and smooth welding operation
• Excellent all-position welding performance
• Low spatter loss and easy slag removal
• Reliable weld quality for structural applications
• Suitable for heavy-duty industrial welding work

Classification

AWS A5.1 E7018-1

Approvals

• Lloyds Register of Shipping Grade 4Ym
• American Bureau of Shipping Grade 4Y
• Bureau Veritas Grade 4Y H5
• DNV 4 YH5
• Canadian Welding Bureau CAS W48-23 / AWS A5.1M
• Biro Klasifikasi Indonesia Pt.1, Vol. VI

Mechanical Properties

• Yield Stress: 460 N/mm²
• Tensile Strength: 570 N/mm²
• Elongation: 31%
• Impact Strength ISO-V @ -40°C: 160

Chemical Composition (%)

• Carbon (C): 0.06
• Manganese (Mn): 1.30
• Silicon (Si): 0.45

Available Diameter & Current Range