{"product_id":"lincoln-electric-fleetweld-r-5p-stick-welding-rod-1-8-x-14-50lb-easy-open-can-ed010278","title":"Lincoln Electric Fleetweld 5P+ Stick Welding Rod 1\/8 X 50 lb Easy Open Can ED010278","description":"\u003c!-- PER-161 Template A child body | SKU ED010278 | bulk render --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"child-pdp-intro\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003eLincoln Fleetweld 5P+ in \u003cstrong\u003e1\/8 in x 14 in\u003c\/strong\u003e, packaged as a \u003cstrong\u003e50 lb easy-open can\u003c\/strong\u003e for the applications described on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/weldingmart.com\/products\/lincoln-fleetweld-5p-stick-smaw-welding-rod\"\u003eLincoln Fleetweld 5P+ family page\u003c\/a\u003e. Same AWS A5.1\/A5.1M E6010 classification as every other size in this product line, packaged in this format for shop and field crews running this diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"child-pdp-this-variant\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eThis package at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"variant-spec-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer SKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eED010278\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDiameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/8 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePackage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 lb easy-open can\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApprox. rods per package\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~265 rods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended amperage (this diameter)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70-130 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAWS classification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAWS A5.1\/A5.1M E6010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"child-pdp-grade-summary\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAbout Lincoln Fleetweld 5P+\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eE6010 is an AWS A5.1 cellulosic-coated DC+ SMAW electrode with 60 ksi minimum tensile, designed for deep-penetration open-root pipe welding and all-position fast-freeze fabrication. The cellulose coating produces a driving arc that cuts through dirt, mill scale, and rust, making E6010 the industry standard for cross-country pipeline root passes, structural repair, and field welding where surface prep is limited. DC+ only; not designed for AC service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/weldingmart.com\/products\/lincoln-fleetweld-5p-stick-smaw-welding-rod\"\u003eSee all sizes of Lincoln Fleetweld 5P+ family\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"child-pdp-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eQuestions about this package\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this the same electrode as the parent Lincoln Fleetweld 5P+ grade, just in a different package?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. SKU ED010278 is the same AWS A5.1\/A5.1M E6010 classification as every other size in the Lincoln Fleetweld 5P+ family. The only difference is diameter (1\/8 in) and package format (50 lb easy-open can). Polarity, position, and tensile properties are identical to the parent grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow many rods are in this 50 lb easy-open can?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eApproximately ~265 rods. Exact count varies with manufacturing tolerance but a 50 lb easy-open can of 1\/8 in Lincoln Fleetweld 5P+ typically contains in this range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the shelf life if I do not use them all?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eSealed containers store indefinitely in a dry environment. These are not low-hydrogen electrodes, so atmospheric exposure tolerance is much higher than E7018-class rods - avoid extended damp storage, but routine workshop humidity does not affect performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat diameter should I use for common applications?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e1\/8 in is well-suited for open-root pipe welding, fast-freeze fill on plate, all positions. Heavier base metal and higher deposition typically calls for one diameter up; thinner sheet and root passes go one diameter down. See the parent grade page for full diameter-to-amperage guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I mix this size with other diameters on the same job?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, provided your procedure qualification (WPS) covers the diameter range. Many shops use one diameter for root, one for fill, and one for cap. All sizes within Lincoln Fleetweld 5P+ share identical mechanical properties (AWS A5.1\/A5.1M E6010) so weld metal chemistry is consistent across passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDo I need to rebake these after the can is opened?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. Cellulosic and rutile coatings are not low-hydrogen and do not require the rebake discipline of E7018-class electrodes. Keep them dry in normal storage; if the coating becomes visibly damp, redry at 200-275 F before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes this size require a special holder or stinger?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eUse an electrode holder rated for the amperage range above (70-130 A). Most general-purpose stinger holders (e.g. 300-500 A class) handle 1\/8 in Lincoln Fleetweld 5P+ without issue. For sustained high-amperage runs on larger diameters, a 500 A or higher holder is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this Buy America compliant?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis specific SKU is not the Buy America variant. Lincoln Fleetweld 5P+ may be available in a Buy America compliant version - see the parent grade page for all available compliance variants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Lincoln Electric","offers":[{"title":"1\/8 in · 50 lb Easy Open Can (ED010278)","offer_id":43638029648023,"sku":"ED010278","price":356.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/7140\/4695\/files\/lincoln-ed010278-fleetweld-5p-stick-smaw-welding-rod-18x14-in-50-lb-easy-open-can-lincoln-electric.jpg?v=1765595345","url":"https:\/\/weldingmart.com\/products\/lincoln-electric-fleetweld-r-5p-stick-welding-rod-1-8-x-14-50lb-easy-open-can-ed010278","provider":"WeldingMart.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}