General Purpose Electrode for Mild Steel Unitor GPO-302 N is a general purpose electrode with a medium thick organic rutile coating which produces a fast-freezing slag. It is a versatile electrode for all mild steel constructions on board, except the higher grade steels that require basic coated electrodes (hull plates, beams, etc.)095-699165/2.5,095-699173/3.2,095-699181/4.0