73171 - Bohler Q6010 E6010 1/8" Cellulose Stick Electrode 50lb Box

Industrial Grade Bohler Q6010 Cellulosic Electrodes

The Bohler Q6010 is a premium Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) electrode designed for the rigorous demands of the industrial piping and fabrication sectors. Classified as an AWS E6010 electrode, this product features a high-cellulose sodium coating that delivers the deep penetration and fast-freezing characteristics essential for structural integrity in critical applications. This specific SKU (73171) is supplied in a heavy-duty 22.7 kg (50 lb) box, optimized for high-volume workshop environments and field operations where bulk material handling is required.

Engineered by voestalpine Böhler Welding, the Q6010 is formulated to meet stringent mechanical property requirements, offering a minimum tensile strength of 60,000 psi. It is particularly effective for welding carbon steels such as ASTM A53, A106, and API 5L grades commonly found in pipeline construction. The electrode operates on Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP), providing a forceful, digging arc that ensures fusion even in the presence of surface contaminants like light rust or mill scale. This makes it an indispensable consumable for maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) inventories catering to the oil and gas, shipbuilding, and heavy construction industries.

Supply chain managers and procurement specialists will appreciate the consistent quality assurance associated with the Bohler brand. The 3.2mm (1/8 inch) diameter is a versatile size, suitable for a wide range of material thicknesses and joint configurations. The packaging is designed to protect the electrodes during transport and storage, although standard dry storage practices for cellulosic rods should be observed to maintain optimal performance. By stocking the Bohler Q6010, distributors ensure their clients have access to a reliable, all-position electrode capable of producing X-ray quality welds in the most challenging positions.

Key Industrial Applications:

• Cross-country pipelines and in-plant process piping
• Storage tank fabrication and repair
• Shipbuilding and offshore structure maintenance
• General structural steel fabrication requiring deep penetration
• Field erection and construction sites