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Premium AWS-certified welding electrodes — carbon steel E6011, E6013, E7018; stainless E308L, E309L, E316L, E312L, E347. Trusted by 10,000+ clients across 30+ countries in shipbuilding, pipeline, structural and heavy fabrication.

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Carbon Steel Welding Electrodes

AWS A5.1 certified carbon steel electrodes for every application — from general fabrication to critical structural welding.

TOKO E6011 welding electrode - deep penetration carbon steel rod

TOKO E6011 — The All-Purpose Workhorse

High cellulose potassium electrode with forceful digging arc and deep penetration. Welds through rust, paint, oil, and mill scale — perfect for field repairs and pipeline welding.

Key Features
  • Deep Penetration: Forceful digging arc for challenging base materials
  • All-Position Capability: Flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead
  • AC or DC+ Operation: Versatile for field or shop
  • Exceptional Contaminant Tolerance: Welds through rust, paint, oil, and mill scale
  • Fast-Freeze Slag: Easy cleaning and slag removal

Applications: Pipeline welding, structural steel erection, heavy equipment repair, shipbuilding.

AWS A5.1 410–560 MPa Tensile E6011
E6011 Specifications

TOKO E6013 welding electrode - general purpose mild steel rod

TOKO E6013 — The General-Purpose Favorite

Rutile-coated electrode with smooth arc stability, easy slag removal, and excellent bead appearance. The most popular mild steel rod for general fabrication and DIY projects.

Key Features
  • Smooth, Stable Arc: Minimal spatter for clean welds
  • All-Position Welding: Suitable for flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead
  • Medium Penetration: Ideal for thin and thick materials
  • User-Friendly: Great for beginners and professionals
  • AC or DC Operation: Works with both power sources

Applications: General fabrication, sheet metal work, automotive repair, construction, DIY projects.

AWS A5.1 440–540 MPa Tensile E6013
E6013 Technical Datasheet

TOKO E7018 low hydrogen electrode - critical structural welding

TOKO E7018 — Low Hydrogen for Critical Applications

Iron powder low-hydrogen electrode designed for high-quality welding of carbon and low-alloy steels. Prevents hydrogen-induced cracking in demanding applications.

Key Features
  • Low Hydrogen (H4): Diffusible hydrogen ≤4 ml/100g — minimizes cracking risk
  • Iron Powder Coating: Higher deposition efficiency
  • All-Position Welding: Versatile for complex joints
  • Excellent Low-Temperature Toughness: ≥27J @ -30°C
  • AC or DC Operation: Flexible power source compatibility

Applications: Critical structural welding, pressure vessels, heavy equipment, bridge construction, shipbuilding.

AWS A5.1 490–590 MPa Tensile H4 Low Hydrogen E7018
E7018 Full Specifications

Stainless Steel Welding Electrodes

AWS A5.4 certified stainless steel electrodes for corrosion resistance, high strength and specialized applications — from food processing to marine environments.

TOKO E308L-16 stainless steel electrode - 304/304L welding

TOKO E308L-16 — The 304/304L Standard

Super low carbon stainless steel electrode with rutile coating. Delivers smooth arc characteristics with self-detaching slag and excellent corrosion resistance for 304/304L base materials.

Key Features
  • Low Carbon (≤0.04%): Minimizes intergranular corrosion
  • Smooth Arc: Easy slag removal and stable operation
  • All-Position Capability: Versatile for various joint configurations
  • High Corrosion Resistance: Ideal for corrosive environments

Applications: Welding 304/304L stainless steels, food processing equipment, chemical equipment, architectural structures.

AWS A5.4 ≥550 MPa Tensile Low Carbon E308L-16
E308L-16 Full Specs

TOKO E309L-16 dissimilar metal welding electrode

TOKO E309L-16 — The Dissimilar Metal Specialist

Specifically designed for welding dissimilar metals — joining stainless steel to carbon steel and low-alloy steels. Ideal for cladding and overlay applications.

Key Features
  • Ideal for Dissimilar Metal Welding: Joins stainless to carbon and low-alloy steels
  • Low Carbon: Enhanced corrosion resistance
  • High Strength and Ductility: Reliable joint performance
  • Stable Arc: Good slag detachability

Applications: Cladding over carbon steels, chemical equipment, food processing, pharmaceutical equipment.

AWS A5.4 Dissimilar Metal E309L-16
E309L-16 Technical Data

TOKO E316L-16 stainless electrode - marine grade with molybdenum

TOKO E316L-16 — Superior Corrosion & Pitting Resistance

Extra-low carbon stainless steel electrode with molybdenum addition for excellent resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion. Ideal for 316/316L base materials.

Key Features
  • Molybdenum Addition: Enhances pitting and crevice corrosion resistance
  • Extra-Low Carbon: Minimizes intergranular corrosion
  • All-Position Capability: Except vertical-down
  • Smooth Running: Self-releasing slag for clean welds

Applications: Welding 316/316L stainless steels, chemical processing, marine applications, pharmaceutical equipment.

AWS A5.4 Marine Grade Mo Added E316L-16
E316L-16 Full Specs

TOKO E312L-16 high strength crack resistant electrode

TOKO E312L-16 — High Strength & Crack Resistance

Highly resistant to weld metal cracks and fissures. Wide acceptance for welding high-yield stainless steels and dissimilar steels where cracking is a concern.

Key Features
  • Excellent Crack Resistance: Prevents weld metal fissures
  • High Oxidation Resistance: Performs well at elevated temperatures
  • Dissimilar Metal Capability: Versatile for mixed joints
  • All-Position Welding: Flexible for complex geometries

Applications: High alloy dissimilar steels, unknown stainless grades where cracking is a risk, high-temperature applications.

AWS A5.4 High Strength Crack Resistant E312L-16
E312L-16 Technical Data

TOKO E347-16 stabilized stainless electrode - high temperature service

TOKO E347-16 — Stabilized for High-Temperature Service

Designed for welding AISI 347 and 321 alloys. Niobium content stabilizes carbon and prevents intergranular corrosion at elevated temperatures above 400°C.

Key Features
  • Niobium Stabilization: Prevents carbide precipitation
  • Excellent High-Temperature Properties: Maintains integrity above 400°C
  • Good Acid and Heat Resistance: Durable in aggressive environments
  • Soft, Stable Arc: Easy striking and smooth operation

Applications: Stabilized stainless steels (321, 347), service temperatures above 400°C, intergranular corrosion resistance.

AWS A5.4 High-Temperature Niobium Stabilized E347-16
E347-16 Full Specs

Welding Wires & Flux

Complete MIG, TIG, flux-cored and submerged arc welding consumables — from aluminum to high-strength low-alloy steels.

TOKO Aluminum welding wire ER4043 for 6XXX series

Aluminum Welding Wires

ER4043 for 6XXX series, ER5356 for higher strength, ER5183 marine grade. AWS A5.10 certified.

AWS A5.10
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TOKO TIG welding wire ER70S-6 copper coated

TIG Welding Wires

ER70S-6, ER80S-G copper coated, smooth feedability, low spatter. AWS A5.18 certified.

AWS A5.18
TIG Series
TOKO flux cored wire E71T-1C gas-shielded

Flux Cored Wires

E71T-1C, E71T-5C, E81T1-K2C for high-strength and low hydrogen. AWS A5.20 certified.

AWS A5.20
Gas / Self-Shielded

Application Materials Compatibility

Recommended TOKO welding products by base material
Base Materials & Description DIN, AISI EN Recommended TOKO Product
Unalloyed structural steelsSt 33 to St 60.210025E6013, E7018, ER70S-6
Fine-grained structural steelsSt E 255 to St E 35510025-4E7018, E71T-1C, E71T-5C
Boiler and pressure vessel plateW St E 25 to W St E 35510028-2E7018, E71T-5C, E81T1-K2C
Pipeline steelsHI, H II, 17Mn410028-2E6010, E7018, E81T1-K2C
Shipbuilding steelsSt 35 to St 52.410225E7018, E71T-5C, ER80S-G
Austenitic stainless steels304, 304L, 316, 316L1.4301, 1.4404E308L-16, E316L-16, E312L-16

Why Choose TOKO?

Four practical reasons shipyards, pipeline contractors and structural fabricators keep TOKO welding electrodes on their approved vendor lists.

AWS-Certified Quality

All products meet AWS A5.1 and A5.4 standards with ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing.

28+ Years of Experience

Trusted by major shipyards, pipeline contractors, and structural fabricators worldwide.

Comprehensive Range

From mild steel to stainless steel and specialty alloys — one-stop solution for all welding needs.

Innovative C2F Model

Customer-to-Factory approach delivers direct factory pricing and customized solutions.

Welding Electrode FAQs

Answers to the questions procurement teams, QA/QC managers and welding engineers ask most often about TOKO electrodes.

What welding electrodes does TOKO offer for carbon steel?

TOKO offers AWS A5.1 certified carbon steel electrodes including E6011 (cellulose, deep penetration, all-purpose), E6013 (rutile, smooth arc, general fabrication), and E7018 (low hydrogen H4, critical structural). Each is available in standard diameters 2.5 / 3.2 / 4.0 / 5.0 mm and packaging from 5 kg to 25 kg cartons.

Which stainless steel electrodes does TOKO manufacture?

TOKO manufactures AWS A5.4 certified stainless steel electrodes: E308L-16 for 304/304L, E309L-16 for dissimilar metal welding, E316L-16 for marine grade with molybdenum, E312L-16 for high-strength crack-resistant applications, and E347-16 niobium-stabilized for high-temperature service above 400°C.

Are TOKO welding electrodes AWS-certified?

Yes. All TOKO welding electrodes are manufactured to AWS A5.1 (carbon steel) and AWS A5.4 (stainless steel) specifications. Our production is ISO 9001:2015 certified, and every batch is supplied with a Mill Test Certificate (MTC) for full traceability. Read about our quality control system →

What welding wires and flux does TOKO supply?

TOKO supplies aluminum welding wires (ER4043, ER5356, ER5183 per AWS A5.10), TIG wires (ER70S-6, ER80S-G per AWS A5.18), flux-cored wires (E71T-1C, E71T-5C, E81T1-K2C per AWS A5.20), and submerged arc welding wires and fluxes (EM12K, EH14 per AWS A5.17). See our full welding consumables catalogue for details.

How can I get a quote or MTC for TOKO welding electrodes?

Request a quote or MTC by email at office@tokoc.com, by phone at (+86) 510-8359 5138, or through our contact page. Our sales engineers respond within one business day with technical proposals and pricing.

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