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61902400 - Bonarc E7024 High Deposition Stick Electrode 2.5mm (18kg Box)

Packaging: 4.5kg tube
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OVERVIEW

High-Efficiency E7024 Carbon Steel Electrode

The Bonarc E7024 is a high-performance carbon steel stick electrode designed for applications requiring high deposition rates and superior weld bead aesthetics. Classified as an E7024 under AWS standards, this electrode features a heavy coating containing approximately 50% iron powder. This composition allows the electrode to carry higher currents than standard rods of the same diameter, resulting in a deposition rate that can be up to 50% faster than E6012 or E6013 electrodes. It is specifically engineered for flat and horizontal fillet welds, making it an excellent choice for heavy fabrication environments where production speed is critical.

This 2.5mm diameter electrode provides a smooth, stable arc with very low spatter levels. The heavy slag coverage protects the weld pool effectively and is often self-releasing upon cooling, minimizing post-weld cleanup time. The Bonarc E7024 operates effectively on AC, DCEN (Straight Polarity), and DCEP (Reverse Polarity), offering flexibility across different power sources. It produces welds with a slightly convex profile and fine ripples, suitable for structural steelwork, earthmoving equipment, and general heavy machinery fabrication.

Technical Specifications

The electrode delivers sound X-ray quality welds with excellent mechanical properties. It is best utilized in the flat position or for horizontal fillets where gravity assists in maintaining the large molten pool characteristic of high-deposition electrodes. Storage in a dry environment is recommended to maintain coating integrity, although it is not as moisture-sensitive as low-hydrogen alternatives.

Additional Information
Packaging Description:18kg pack, 4.5kg tube
Polarity:AC/DC-
Position:ALL, Flat/Horizontal
Rod Type:Stick Electrode
Core Material:Mild Steel
Coating Type:Iron Powder Titania
AWS Classification:E7024
Welding Position:Flat, Horizontal Fillet
Current Type:AC, DCEN, DCEP
Length :14 in (350mm)
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Rod Type:Stick Electrode
Core Material:Mild Steel
Coating Type:Iron Powder Titania
AWS Classification:E7024
Welding Position:Flat, Horizontal Fillet
Current Type:AC, DCEP, DCEN
Length:14 in (350mm)
Brand:BONARC
AWS Spec:E7024
Diameter:2.5mm
Packaging Description:18kg pack
Position:Flat/Horizontal
Polarity:AC/DC-

INCLUDED

  • 18 kg Box of Bonarc E7024 2.5mm Stick Electrodes

APPLICATIONS

  • Heavy structural steel fabrication
  • Earthmoving and mining equipment repairs
  • Shipbuilding and barge construction
  • Railcar manufacturing
  • General plate fabrication (Flat/Horizontal)
  • Storage tank construction

FAQ

E7024 electrodes are designed specifically for the Flat and Horizontal Fillet positions only. The large, fluid weld pool makes them unsuitable for vertical or overhead welding.

The iron powder in the coating melts along with the core wire, significantly increasing the deposition rate (amount of metal deposited per hour) and allowing for faster travel speeds.

Bonarc E7024 is versatile and can be used with AC, DCEN (Electrode Negative), or DCEP (Electrode Positive).

E7024 is not a low-hydrogen electrode, so it does not strictly require a holding oven like E7018. However, it should be stored in a dry place to prevent coating damage from moisture.

Because the thick coating creates a deep cup at the tip, allowing you to physically drag the electrode coating along the workpiece while maintaining the correct arc length automatically.

E7024 deposits metal much faster but is limited to flat/horizontal positions and has lower impact toughness. E7018 is an all-position, low-hydrogen rod with superior mechanical properties for critical welds.

Typically, a 2.5mm (3/32") E7024 runs slightly hotter than standard rods, usually between 70 and 110 Amps, depending on the base metal thickness.