This is a REGION Electrode Oven - Model AM-3000
What it’s used for:
Baking and storing welding electrodes, especially low-hydrogen rods like E7018, E7016, E8018.
Moisture is the #1 enemy of those rods. If they absorb humidity they cause weld porosity, cracks, and failed x-ray welds.
Key specs from the nameplate:
1. Voltage: 220V-240V - Works with standard Nigeria/Benin power
2. Temp Range: 50°C to 500°C - Very wide.
• 50-150°C: Storage/holding temp to keep rods dry
• 250-400°C: Re-baking temp to drive moisture out of damp rods
3. Capacity: 100KG / 220LBS - About 3 x 25kg boxes of electrodes
4. Power: 1800WATTS
5. Trays: 3 stainless shelves inside for airflow