OK 48.08 SMAW Type Lime-basic E7018-G Description OK 48.08 is an LMA electrode with very good mechanical properties suitable for demanding applications, such as offshore. The weld metal contains approximately 1% Ni for high impact values down to -40°C. The coating is of the latest LMA type for optimum resistance to porosity and hydrogen cracking. OK 48.08 is CTOD tested. Recovery 125% Welding current AC, DC+(-) OCV 65 V Classifications SFA/AWS A5.5 E7018-G EN 499 E 46 5 1Ni B 32 H5 ISO 2560 E 51 5 B 120 24 H Typical all weld metal composition, % C Si Mn Ni 0.06 0.4 1.2 0.8 Typical mech. properties all weld metal Yield stress, MPa 540 Tensile strength, MPa 600 Elongation, % 26 Charpy V Test temps, °C Impact values, J -20 160 -40 130 -50 100 -60 60 Approvals ABS 3H5 3Y CL EN 499 DB 10.039.31 DNV 4 Y40H5 DS EN 499 GL 4YH5 LR 4Y40 H15 Sepros UNA 409819 SS EN 499 UDT EN 499 Ü 10.039/1 VdTÜV 05778