{"product_id":"air-liquide-la-8018-c3-low-alloy-steel-electrode","title":"Air Liquide LA 8018-C3 Low Alloy Steel Electrode","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eAir Liquide Blueshield LA 8018-C3 Low Alloy Steel Electrode is a shielded-metal-arc (SMAW) welding rod designed for high-strength, low-alloy steels. This 4.0 mm (5\/32 in) diameter, 350 mm (14 in) long electrode is classified as AWS E8018-C3, reflecting its suitability for robust, dependable welds on common low-alloy steels. It is packaged in 11 lb (11#) units, aligning with Blueshield data for convenient, shop-friendly handling. Designed for structural fabrication, maintenance, and general welding where weld integrity and toughness are important, the LA 8018-C3 supports conventional SMAW procedures across typical positions and thicknesses encountered in construction and equipment fabrication. As part of Air Liquide’s Blueshield portfolio, this electrode provides a reliable option when joining low-alloy steels that require strong, crack-resistant deposits, making it a practical choice for contractors and workshops seeking consistent performance on structural steels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Air","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":51657144434990,"sku":null,"price":41.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/0818\/1038\/files\/Ebay_website_image_dd6806ea-55a5-44c9-b68c-1c03455afba4.jpg?v=1769466370","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/air-liquide-la-8018-c3-low-alloy-steel-electrode","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}