Atom Arc 9018-CM is an all-position low hydrogen electrode designed for welding 2.5% Cr - 1% Mo steels commonly used in pressure vessels, heat exchangers and related components.
The principal application of Atom Arc 9018-CM electrodes is for welding 2.5% Cr - 1% Mo steels commonly found in pressure vessels, heat exchangers, pipings and other related components.

| Stress Relieved 1 hr. @ 1275ºF (691ºC) | |
|---|---|
| Yield Strength | 83 ksi, 570 MPa |
| Tensile Strength | 100 ksi, 690 MPa |
| Elongation in 2" | 23 % |
| Stress Relieved 8 hrs. @ 1275ºF (691ºC) | |
| Yield Strength | 79 ksi, 545 MPa |
| Tensile Strength | 94 ksi, 650 MPa |
| Elongation in 2" | 23 % |
| Typical Undiluted Weld Metal Analysis | |
| C | 0.07 % |
| Mn | 0.7 % |
| Si | 0.5 % |
| P | 0.019 % |
| S | 0.014 % |
| Cr | 2.25 % |
| Mo | 1.1 % |
| Part No. | Model / Product Description | UPC |
|---|---|---|
| 255071417 | AA 9018-CM 1/4X18X50#HS | 662303017422 |
| 255071813 | AA 9018-CM 1/8X14X50#HS | 662303017439 |
| 255073116 | AA 9018-CM 3/16X14X50#HS | 662303017453 |
| 255073314 | AA 9018-CM 3/32X14X50#HS | 662303017477 |
| 255075319 | AA 9018-CM 5/32X14X50#HS | 662303017491 |
| 255077315 | AA 9018-CM 7/32X18X50#HS | 662303017514 |
| 255323321 | AA 9018-CM 3/32X12X40#HS | 662303018597 |
| 255071821 | AA 9018-CM 1/8X14X10#HS | 662303017446 |
| 255073124 | AA 9018-CM 3/16X14X10#HS | 662303017460 |
| 255073322 | AA 9018-CM 3/32X14X10#HS | 662303017484 |
| 255075327 | AA 9018-CM 5/32X14X10#HS | 662303017507 |
| 255071425 | AA 9018-CM 1/4X18X50#HS XF | 662303081461 |
| 255071433 | AA 9018-CM 1/8X14X10#HS XF | 662303081379 |
| 255071441 | AA 9018-CM 1/8X14X50#HS XF | 662303081423 |
| 255071458 | AA 9018-CM 3/16X14X10#HS XF | 662303081393 |
| 255071466 | AA 9018-CM 3/16X14X50#HS XF | 662303081447 |
| 255071474 | AA 9018-CM 3/32X12X40#HS XF | 662303081409 |
| 255071482 | AA 9018-CM 3/32X14X10#HS XF | 662303081362 |
| 255071490 | AA 9018-CM 3/32X14X50#HS XF | 662303081416 |
| 255071508 | AA 9018-CM 5/32X14X10#HS XF | 662303081386 |
| 255071516 | AA 9018-CM 5/32X14X50#HS XF | 662303081430 |
| 255071524 | AA 9018-CM 7/32X18X50#HS XF | 662303081454 |
| Diameter | Optimal Amperage | Range Amperage | Deposition Rate | Efficiency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/32 in, 2.4 mm | 90 A | 70 - 100 | 1.7 lbs./hr., 0.8 kg./hr. | 66.3 % |
| 1/8 in, 3.2 mm | 120 A | 90 - 160 | 2.6 lbs./hr., 1.2 kg./hr. | 71.6 % |
| 140 A | 90 - 160 | 2.7 lbs./hr., 1.2 kg./hr. | 70.9 % | |
| 5/32 in, 4.0 mm | 140 A | 130 - 220 | 3.1 lbs./hr., 1.4 kg./hr. | 75 % |
| 170 A | 130 - 220 | 3.8 lbs./hr., 1.7 kg./hr. | 73.5 % | |
| 3/16 in, 4.8 mm | 200 A | 200 - 300 | 4.9 lbs./hr., 2.2 kg./hr. | 76.4 % |
| 250 A | 200 - 300 | 5.4 lbs./hr., 2.4 kg./hr. | 74.6 % | |
| 7/32 in, 5.6 mm | 250 A | 250 - 350 | 6.5 lbs./hr., 2.9 kg./hr. | 75 % |
| 300 A | 250 - 350 | 7.2 lbs./hr., 3.3 kg./hr. | 74 % | |
| 1/4 in, 6.4 mm | 300 A | 300 - 400 | 7.7 lbs./hr., 3.5 kg./hr. | 78 % |
| 350 A | 300 - 400 | 8.7 lbs./hr., 3.9 kg./hr. | 77 % |
Preheat should be used on hardenable steels to prevent the formation of a hard heat-affected zone. Preheat may also be required in welding heavy sections.
All listed prices are in U.S. dollars and represent the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for sale in the United States. Actual selling price will be determined by the Distributor. Prices are subject to change without notice.