Below are three of the most commonly used electrode rod types: An E6010 welding rod is notable for creating a deep cutting arc. This makes it ideal for thicker metals or for penetrating metal that ...

and gas-shielded flux-cored arc welding (FCAW-G). Both FCAW-S and FCAW-G use a consumable, tubular electrode that is filled with flux-materials. FCAW equipment includes a constant voltage power source ...