A generic term for multi-component filler metal electrodes in various physical forms such as stranded wires, tubes, and covered wire. See STANDARD WELDING TERMS.
An example of a composite electrode is a flux cored electrode which utilizes a tubular electrode with deoxidizing and alloying powders in the core. See also COVERED ELECTRODE, FLUX CORED ELECTRODE, METAL CORED ELECTRODE, and STRANDED ELECTRODE.
