ESAB Superweld 6013, also known as SW 6013 / SW Plus, is a high-quality rutile-coated mild steel welding electrode designed for general-purpose SMAW / MMA (stick welding) applications.

It conforms to AWS A5.1 / ASME SFA 5.1 E6013 classification and is designed to provide a smooth, stable arc, easy arc starting, low spatter and excellent slag detachability. The electrode is suitable for all-position welding and is particularly useful for general fabrication, structural steelwork, automotive repairs, maintenance and light construction.

Superweld 6013 can operate with AC and DC (+/-) welding power sources and is suitable for welding machines with relatively low open-circuit voltage.

Key Features

• Brand: ESAB
• Product: Superweld 6013 / SW 6013
• Classification: AWS A5.1 / ASME SFA 5.1 E6013
• Rutile-coated electrode
• Suitable for SMAW / MMA / Stick Welding
• All-position welding capability
• Smooth and stable arc
• Easy arc starting and restriking
• Low spatter
• Excellent slag detachability
• Neat and attractive weld bead
• Suitable for AC and DC (+/-)
• Designed for general-purpose mild steel welding
• Suitable for fabrication, repair and maintenance applications

Technical Specifications

Welding Positions

ESAB Superweld 6013 is designed for all-position welding, making it suitable for:

• Flat welding
• Horizontal welding
• Vertical welding
• Overhead welding

It is particularly noted for easy manipulation during vertical and overhead welding.

Welding Current & Sizes

Note: Exact current settings should be selected according to material thickness, welding position and welding machine conditions.

Mechanical Properties

Welding Performance

Smooth & Stable Arc

Superweld 6013 provides a soft, smooth and stable arc for comfortable welding operation.

Easy Arc Starting

The electrode is designed for easy starting and restriking, making it suitable for intermittent welding and repair work.

Excellent Slag Detachment

The rutile coating provides easy slag removal and helps produce a clean-looking weld bead.

Low Spatter

The electrode is designed to provide controlled welding with reduced spatter and smoke.

All-Position Performance

Its welding characteristics make it suitable for a wide range of welding positions, including vertical and overhead applications.

Typical Applications

ESAB Superweld 6013 is suitable for:

• General structural steelwork
• Steel frame manufacturing
• Gates and grills
• Window and balcony fabrication
• Automobile garage repairs
• Truck and bus body repairs
• Automobile cab frames
• Light sheet-metal fabrication
• General workshop fabrication
• Maintenance welding
• Light construction work
• General mild steel repair applications

Advantages

✔ ESAB Make
✔ Superweld 6013 / SW 6013
✔ AWS A5.1 E6013
✔ Rutile Coating
✔ All-Position Welding
✔ AC / DC (+/-)
✔ Smooth & Stable Arc
✔ Easy Arc Starting
✔ Easy Restriking
✔ Low Spatter
✔ Easy Slag Removal
✔ Clean Weld Finish
✔ General-Purpose Mild Steel Electrode