Hi guys, I know there are some topics about flux powder but I have not seen any post about making electrodes.
So I am trying to make an electrode by myself. After some research, I have found out that the main equation for the electrode is low carbon steel rod+ flux powder+ Silica = Electrode
I got the low carbon steel rod with 2.5mm diameter and Silica is just a pure sand which I have it but regarding to the flux powder, there are many different ways to make it depending on what type of electrode. What I am trying to make is E6013 type. Some of you guys were recommending Borax and Boric acid etc. However, in my country there is no products that is ready to go such as Borax or Roach Proof etc, so what I am wondering is what elements plays the main role for flux powder? /as of right now, what I am assuming is even though the Borax or Roach Proof etc they are not designed to use it for flux powder, but you guys are using them because it contains the most crucial elements for flux powder, maybe i am wrong/ Russians are using a regular chalk and water glass glue which I am attaching the video below.
Any info regarding to flux powder is appreciated.
Thank You
