Steel E6010
GOST E6010
E6010 is a cellulosic-coated SMAW electrode in the AWS A5.1 family, run on DCEP only, depositing low-carbon weld metal with 400 MPa yield, 480 MPa tensile, 28 % elongation and about 155 HB (82 HRB).
Reference datasheet — E6010 is not in the instant-quote catalog. Upload your part and an engineer will quote it in this grade or suggest the closest stocked equivalent.
Values for the AW condition
E6010 tempers and conditions
E6010 is supplied in 2 conditions, soft to hard. AW is the default FabDigit quotes; the values on this page are for it.
Compare all 2 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Stress relieved | Choose the stress-relieved deposit (PWHT at about 600–650 °C) when codes such as ASME B31.3/B31.4 demand it: strength drops slightly while ductility, toughness and hydrogen escape improve. | 370 | 455 | 31 | 145 HB | 10 % IACS |
AWDefault As-welded deposit | Use the as-welded, undiluted deposit condition for pipeline root passes, vertical-down welding, tanks and field structural steel where no post-weld heat treatment is applied. | 400 | 480 | 28 | 155 HB | — |
What is E6010?
E6010 is a cellulosic-coated SMAW electrode in the AWS A5.1 family, run on DCEP only, depositing low-carbon weld metal with 400 MPa yield, 480 MPa tensile, 28 % elongation and about 155 HB (82 HRB). Its deep, digging arc and fast-freezing slag make it the standard choice for pipeline root passes and vertical-down progression in field construction, and it is supplied as coated stick electrodes in as-welded and stress-relieved condition data. Diffusible hydrogen is high, so heavy-wall or higher-strength steels should be filled and capped with a low-hydrogen electrode such as E7018; deposits are rated to about 400 °C service. E6011 covers the same work on AC transformer power sources. E6010 has a density of 7.85 g/cm³ (0.284 lb/in³), heavier than 56% of steel grades. It melts at 1,480°C (2,696 °F). E6010 has a yield strength of 400 MPa (58 ksi) and a tensile strength of 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) — weaker than 60% of steel grades. Elongation at break is 28% and the elastic modulus is 205 GPa (29.7 Msi).
What is E6010 used for?
- cross-country pipeline welding
- root passes
- field construction
- vertical-down welding
Advantages
- Readily welded — 92/100, better than 93% of steel grades
- Ductile — tolerates forming and impact — 28%, better than 89% of steel grades
- Conducts heat well — 50 W/m·K (28.9 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 87% of steel grades
- High electrical conductivity — 10 % IACS, better than 83% of steel grades
Limitations
- Hard to polish — 45/100, worse than 84% of steel grades
E6010 properties
Typical room-temperature values for E6010-AW; bars are the position among steel grades.
Physical3
E6010 has a density of 7.85 g/cm³ (0.284 lb/in³), heavier than 56% of steel grades. It melts at 1,480°C (2,696 °F).
Mechanical12
E6010 has a yield strength of 400 MPa (58 ksi) and a tensile strength of 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) — weaker than 60% of steel grades. Elongation at break is 28% and the elastic modulus is 205 GPa (29.7 Msi).
Thermal6
E6010 is rated for continuous service to 400°C (752 °F). It conducts heat at 50 W/m·K (28.9 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 87% of steel grades. Thermal expansion is 12 µm/m·K (6.67 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
E6010 conducts electricity at 10 % IACS, better than 83% of steel grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is not recommended (10/100), worse than 86% of steel grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of E6010 takes about 32 MJ of energy and emits 2.4 kg of CO₂ — more than 70% of steel grades. Typical recycled content is 20%.
Manufacturability7
E6010's machinability is good (60/100, better than 83% of steel grades); weldability excellent (92/100); formability good (55/100).
Common Calculations5
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Certified mill or lot data ships with every FabDigit order on request.
Strength versus weight in the steel family
Yield strength against density for every steel grade FabDigit runs. E6010 is highlighted; hover a dot for its name, or open the interactive family chart.
Working with E6010
Is E6010 easy to machine?
The deposit is soft low-carbon steel and turns or mills normally, but the bead surface is rough and may contain minor porosity. Grind and dress the weld before finish machining.
Can E6010 be welded?
Use DCEP (DC+) only with a short arc and no weaving; the deep-penetrating arc suits pipe root passes and vertical-down welding. Diffusible hydrogen is high, so switch to low-hydrogen E7018 for fill and cap on heavy wall or higher-strength steel. Electrodes are not baked; only short low-temperature drying if they have absorbed moisture.
Can E6010 be formed, bent or molded?
The electrode itself is not a formed product. Cold bending of weldments should avoid the weld and heat-affected zone; as-welded elongation is about 22–28 %.
E6010 chemical composition (wt %)
Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| Ctypical deposit analysis; AWS A5.1 sets no composition for E6010 | 0.08 – 0.18 | 0.13 |
| Mn | 0.3 – 0.7 | 0.5 |
| Si | 0.1 – 0.35 | 0.2 |
| P | ≤ 0.03 | 0.02 |
| S | ≤ 0.03 | 0.02 |
| Niresidual element | ≤ 0.3 | 0.02 |
| Crresidual element | ≤ 0.2 | 0.02 |
| Moresidual element | ≤ 0.3 | 0.01 |
| Vresidual element | ≤ 0.08 | 0.01 |
| Fe | balance |
What surface finishes work on E6010?
Grind off slag and dress undercut after welding, then blast and apply primer or epoxy coating, or hot-dip galvanize. Anodizing is not applicable.
Surface treatments FabDigit runs on steel parts — pick them in the quote configurator or call them out on the drawing. Each links to its datasheet in the surface-finish library (thickness, specs, call-out, material verdicts).
Organic Coating
Black / Phosphate
Thermal Spray
How much does E6010 cost?
E6010 is a standard-cost steel ($$), cheaper than about 71% of the materials FabDigit quotes. Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on the raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
E6010 — frequently asked
What is E6010 used for?
E6010 is typically used for cross-country pipeline welding, root passes, field construction and vertical-down welding. In short: deepest penetration stick electrode; pipeline root pass standard; DC+ only, high hydrogen.
What is the yield strength of E6010?
E6010 has a typical yield strength of 400 MPa (58 ksi) and a tensile strength of 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) — weaker than 60% of steel grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 2 listed tempers.
Is E6010 easy to machine?
Reasonably — machinability is rated good (60/100, better than 83% of steel grades). The deposit is soft low-carbon steel and turns or mills normally, but the bead surface is rough and may contain minor porosity. Grind and dress the weld before finish machining.
Can E6010 be welded?
Yes — weldability is rated excellent (92/100). Use DCEP (DC+) only with a short arc and no weaving; the deep-penetrating arc suits pipe root passes and vertical-down welding. Diffusible hydrogen is high, so switch to low-hydrogen E7018 for fill and cap on heavy wall or higher-strength steel. Electrodes are not baked; only short low-temperature drying if they have absorbed moisture.
What surface finishes work on E6010?
Grind off slag and dress undercut after welding, then blast and apply primer or epoxy coating, or hot-dip galvanize. Anodizing is not applicable.
Can E6010 be formed, bent or molded?
The electrode itself is not a formed product. Cold bending of weldments should avoid the weld and heat-affected zone; as-welded elongation is about 22–28 %.
What is the maximum service temperature of E6010?
E6010 is rated for continuous use to about 400°C (752 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
What is the difference between E6010-AW and E6010-SR?
AW is the default condition — use the as-welded, undiluted deposit condition for pipeline root passes, vertical-down welding, tanks and field structural steel where no post-weld heat treatment is applied. SR: choose the stress-relieved deposit (PWHT at about 600–650 °C) when codes such as ASME B31.3/B31.4 demand it: strength drops slightly while ductility, toughness and hydrogen escape improve. Yield strength is 400 MPa in AW versus 370 MPa in SR.
How much does E6010 cost?
E6010 is a standard-cost steel ($$), cheaper than about 71% of the materials FabDigit quotes. Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on the raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
Sources
- AWS A5.1/A5.1M — Specification for Carbon Steel Electrodes for Shielded Metal Arc Welding — AWS (2012)
- Lincoln Fleetweld 5P+ (E6010) product data — Lincoln Electric (2023)
- ESAB SureWeld 10P / Pipeweld 6010 datasheet — ESAB (2022)
- ASM Handbook Vol.6 — Welding, Brazing and Soldering — ASM International (1993)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison; hardness values on non-Brinell scales are converted approximately for charting only. Manufacturability limits are FabDigit quote-engine defaults and may be relaxed by engineering review. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.