OJ316LP0000450F000 - Kobe .045" 316L Flux-Cored Stainless MIG Wire - 28lb Spool

High-Performance Stainless Steel Flux-Cored Wire

The Kobe E316LT1-1/T1-4 .045" Flux-Cored Mig Wire is a premium welding consumable designed for high-productivity fabrication of austenitic stainless steels. Engineered to meet the rigorous AWS A5.22 specifications, this wire carries a dual classification, making it compatible with both 100% CO2 (T1-1) and 75% Argon / 25% CO2 (T1-4) shielding gases. This versatility allows fabrication shops to optimize their gas selection based on availability and desired arc characteristics without changing consumables.

The "L" designation indicates a low carbon content (maximum 0.04%), which is critical for preventing carbide precipitation during the welding process. This feature ensures the weld metal retains excellent resistance to intergranular corrosion, making it suitable for severe service environments in chemical processing, textile manufacturing, and marine applications. The wire deposits a 19% Cr / 12% Ni / 2.5% Mo weld metal that matches the mechanical and corrosion-resistant properties of Type 316 and 316L base materials.

One of the primary technical advantages of this flux-cored wire over solid ER316L wire is its rutile-based flux system. This system encapsulates the arc, providing superior stability and a spray-like transfer even at lower currents. The fast-freezing slag supports the weld puddle, enabling operators to weld in all positions—including vertical-up and overhead—with ease and without the need for complex pulsed-MIG power sources. The slag is also designed to be self-peeling, often lifting off by itself as the weld cools, which significantly reduces post-weld cleaning time and grinding labor.

Packaged in a 28lb spool, this product is designed for industrial wire feeders and automated systems. It offers a higher deposition rate than stick electrodes and solid wires, translating to faster travel speeds and increased throughput for heavy fabrication projects. Whether used for fillet welds on structural supports or butt welds on pipe spools, the Kobe E316LT1 delivers consistent, X-ray quality welds with excellent bead aesthetics.