Description
Compatible Base Materials
ER308L is a versatile stainless steel electrode designed for welding austenitic stainless steels, making it ideal for applications such as:
- Austenitic Stainless Steel: 304, 304L, 308, 308L, and equivalent grades
- Dissimilar Joints: Joining stainless steel to mild steel or low-alloy steels
- Food Processing Equipment: Dairy equipment, kitchen fixtures, and food containers
- Architectural Applications: Handrails, decorative fixtures, and building components
- Automotive Industry: Exhaust systems, trim components, and accessories
- General Fabrication: Storage tanks, pressure vessels, and process equipment
Standards & Specifications
- EN ISO 3581-A: E 19 9 L R 3 2
- AWS A5.4: E308L-16
Typical Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Strength: 510-590 MPa
- Yield Strength: 360-420 MPa
- Elongation: >35%
- Impact Strength: >60 J at -20°C
Key Features & Benefits
✅ Low Carbon Formulation: Minimizes carbide precipitation for enhanced corrosion resistance
✅ Excellent Weldability: Stable arc characteristics with smooth metal transfer
✅ Superior Slag Removal: Self-releasing slag system for efficient multi-pass welding
✅ Versatile Application: Performs well in all positions with both AC and DC power sources
✅ Consistent Performance: Reliable results even under varying welding conditions
Recommended Welding Parameters
- Diameter 2.0mm: 40-60A DC+
- Diameter 2.5mm: 50-80A DC+
- Diameter 3.2mm: 75-110A DC+
- Diameter 4.0mm: 100-140A DC+
- Polarity: DC+ (electrode positive) preferred, AC acceptable
Please note the rod length in the description above.
Arc Electrode rods (rough finish coating) are 300mm in length.
Tig filler rods (non arc) are sold in two formats;
- Packs of (x10, x20, x30, x40, x50, x100) are cut down from trade 1m lengths to 333mm. This is to reduce postage costs.
- 1kg, 2.5kg, 5kg are 1m, 1000mm original length.
Our prices include free shipping to the standard Royal Mail boundary postcodes (includes IOM, highlands, remote islands)!
Sorry we can’t afford the same to those outside this region.
