Cellulosic electrodes

Cellulosic electrodes are welding electrodes that are covered in a coating that
contains organic materials. Generally, roughly 30% of the coating’s weight is
cellulose, however in some countries around the world paper pulp and wood powder
may be added to the coating in order to reduce the amount of pure cellulose.

The various organic compounds in the electrode will decompose in the arc, forming
carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and hydrogen, each of which increases the tension
within the arc creating a stronger and harder arc. Due to this, a cellulosic
electrode can penetrate up to 70% deeper than compatible electrodes with the same
current values.

Generally produced with a thin or medium thickness coating, while this does produce
slag, which can be cleaned after the welding process is complete, it can lead to
significant spatter loss. However, due to coating the gap filling, vertical down
welding and penetration capabilities of this type of electrode are very good.

The main features of Cellulosic Electrodes are:

Deep penetration.
Capable of welding vertically downwards.
You are able to weld metal with good mechanical properties.
The weld pool developed is smaller.