The Lincoln Electric ER316/316L TIG (GTAW) Rod is a high-performance stainless steel filler metal designed for the rigorous demands of industrial fabrication. Engineered with a specific chemical composition that includes 2-3% molybdenum, this rod offers exceptional resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion, making it the preferred choice for welding type 316 and 316L stainless steels. The addition of molybdenum significantly enhances the alloy's creep strength at elevated temperatures, allowing this filler metal to perform reliably in high-temperature service applications where standard 308 grades may falter.
Compliance and quality assurance are central to the Lincoln Electric manufacturing process. This rod meets AWS A5.9 classifications for both ER316 and ER316L. The 'L' designation indicates a restricted carbon content of 0.03% maximum. This low carbon formulation is critical for preventing sensitization and intergranular corrosion (carbide precipitation) in the heat-affected zone, a common failure mode in stainless steel welding. This makes the ED034446 SKU particularly suitable for chemical processing equipment, pharmaceutical tanks, and marine environments where corrosion resistance is paramount.
Traceability is a key feature of Lincoln's consumable line. Each rod features ink-jet printing along its entire length, ensuring that welders and inspectors can verify the alloy type even after the rod has been removed from its packaging or partially consumed. Furthermore, this product is part of the Q2 Lot® program, meaning a certificate showing the actual wire composition and calculated ferrite number (FN) is available online, providing the documentation necessary for code-compliant work.
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| Brand:Lincoln Electric |
| AWS Spec:ER316L, ER316 |
| Diameter:2.5mm (3/32") |
| Grade:316 |
| Packaging:10 lb Tube |
| Weld Process:TIG (GTAW) |
| Polarity:DCEN |
| Material Composition:Stainless Steel (316/316L) |
| Rod Length:36 in (914 mm) |
| Alloy Type:Molybdenum-Bearing Stainless |
| Shielding Gas:100% Argon |
| Identification:Ink Jet Printed |
| Packaging Description:10lb tube |
