316 Stainless Steel Stick Electrodes
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316 Stainless Steel Stick Electrodes
AWS CLASSIFICATION E316L | CARBON CONTENT Max 0.04% | PACKAGE WEIGHT 2 kg | CERTIFICATIONS CWB / CE / ISO 9001 | KEY ALLOYING ELEMENT Molybdenum |
E316L Electrodes are tailored for welding 316L or 318 stainless steels, providing top-tier and enduring welds. These electrodes contain a maximum of 0.04% carbon, significantly reducing carbide precipitation and intergranular corrosion, which boosts both performance and durability. They are ideal for a wide array of applications, such as pump housings, impellers, food processing equipment, and pharmaceutical machinery, offering smooth arcs and straightforward release across all welding positions.
Key Features
- Specifically formulated for welding 316L and 318 stainless steels
- Maximum 0.04% carbon content significantly reduces carbide precipitation and intergranular corrosion
- Molybdenum inclusion dramatically enhances corrosion resistance against pitting, acids, and industrial solvents
- Excellent arc stability with quick burn-off rates and minimal stub loss
- Produces smooth, uniform, crack-resistant beads with an aesthetically pleasing finish
- Smooth arc transfer and straightforward release across all welding positions
- Ideal for pump housings, impellers, food processing equipment, and pharmaceutical machinery
- Approved by CWB, CE, ISO 9001, and Lloyd's Register UK — trusted for chemical and process industries
Technical Specifications
| AWS Classification | E316L |
| Compatible Base Metals | 316L, 318 stainless steels |
| Carbon Content | Maximum 0.04% |
| Key Alloying Element | Molybdenum (enhanced pitting and acid corrosion resistance) |
| Welding Positions | All positions |
| Bead Profile | Smooth, uniform, crack-resistant |
| Arc Characteristics | Excellent arc stability, quick burn-off, minimal stub loss |
| Package Weight | 2 kg |
| Certifications | CWB, CE, ISO 9001, Lloyd's Register UK |
| Industry Applications | Chemical processing, pump housings, impellers, food processing, pharmaceutical, tanks, valves, pipes |
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