ELECTRODE WIA AUSTARC 13S GP 3.2MM 6013

Product Overview

The WIA Austarc 13S GP 3.2mm 6013 is a widely trusted general-purpose stick electrode, easily recognized by its signature blue and white striped coating. Designed for mild steel welding, this 3.2mm electrode is engineered to deliver smooth, flat, and uniform fillet welds with minimal effort — making it a go-to choice for tradespeople, fabricators, and DIY welders alike across Australia and New Zealand.

Key Features

• Rutile (6013) coating for a soft, stable, and easy-to-control arc, even in the hands of less experienced operators
• Self-peeling slag action that lifts away cleanly, reducing post-weld clean-up time and improving overall weld appearance
• All-positional capability, including downhand (flat) and vertical-up welding, with extra arc force and fast-freezing slag suited to vertical-down applications
• Excellent arc starting and re-strike performance, with good tolerance to mildly rusty or dirty surfaces and poor joint fit-up
• Consistent, low-spatter welds with a smooth ripple finish and strong operator appeal
• 3.2mm diameter — a versatile mid-range size suited to a broad range of plate and sheet thicknesses

Typical Applications

The Austarc 13S 3.2mm electrode is ideal for general fabrication and structural welding of mild and galvanized steel, including:

• Structural steelwork and steel framing
• Sheet metal, plate steel, and tubular/box-section components
• Trailers, gates, and fencing
• Ductwork, hoppers, and storage tanks
• Steel furniture and wrought iron work
• General workshop and maintenance welding, especially where one all-purpose electrode is needed

Technical Specifications

• Classification: AWS A5.1 E6013 / AS/NZS 4855-B – E43 13 A
• Coating type: Rutile (general purpose)
• Diameter: 3.2mm
• Base material: Mild steel
• Welding positions: Flat, horizontal, vertical-up (and vertical-down capable)
• Current type: AC/DC, typically DC+ or DC- and AC compatible (check pack for exact polarity recommendation)
• Sold by: Per kilogram, minimum order quantity as per pack size (commonly available in 2kg, 2.5kg, 5kg, and 20kg packs)

Why Choose Austarc 13S?

Whether you're a professional fabricator running high volumes or a hobbyist tackling a one-off repair, the WIA Austarc 13S 3.2mm 6013 electrode offers a reliable balance of ease-of-use, weld quality, and versatility. Its forgiving arc characteristics and clean slag release make it especially popular in workshops that want a single, dependable electrode for a wide range of mild steel welding tasks — from structural fabrication to galvanized steel and general repairs.

This product is priced “per KG”. The minimum quantity available to purchase is shown in the "Pack Qty".