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316l03533 - ER316L .035" Stainless Steel MIG Welding Wire - 33 lb Spool

Packaging: 33 lb spool
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OVERVIEW

Premium Grade ER316L Stainless Steel MIG Wire

The Central Wire ER316L .035" MIG Wire is a high-performance austenitic stainless steel welding consumable designed for joining Type 316 and 316L base metals. Engineered for critical industrial applications, this wire features a precise chemical composition that includes Molybdenum, significantly enhancing its resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion in chloride-containing environments. The "L" designation indicates a low carbon content (maximum 0.03%), which is crucial for preventing carbide precipitation during the welding process, thereby maintaining the corrosion resistance of the weld heat-affected zone (HAZ) without the need for post-weld annealing.

Manufactured to strict quality standards, this 33 lb spool utilizes precision layer winding technology. This ensures consistent wire feeding, reducing the risk of bird-nesting or liner clogging, which is essential for automated or high-volume manual welding operations. The wire produces a smooth, stable arc with excellent wetting characteristics, resulting in flat, clean weld beads with minimal spatter. It is an ideal choice for fabrication involving chemical processing equipment, pharmaceutical tanks, food processing machinery, and marine hardware where superior corrosion resistance is non-negotiable.

This filler metal meets AWS A5.9 specifications for ER316L and is compatible with standard MIG welding equipment using DCEP polarity. It performs optimally with Argon/CO2 or Argon/Oxygen shielding gas mixtures, providing deep penetration and X-ray quality welds. Whether used for sheet metal fabrication or heavy plate welding, the Central Wire ER316L delivers reliable mechanical properties and aesthetic finishes required by professional fabricators.

Additional Information
Packaging Description:33 lb spool
Weld Process:MIG
AWS Spec :ER316L
Packaging:25-33lb spool, 33lb spool
Grade:316
Diameter:0.035
Polarity:DC+
Brand:Central Wire
Material Composition:Stainless Steel
Wire Diameter:0.035"
Wire Type:Solid
Shielding Gas Requirement:Argon/CO2 Mix, Argon/Oxygen Mix
Spool Size:33 lb
AWS Classification:ER316L
Welding Position:All Position
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Material Composition:Stainless Steel
Wire Diameter:0.035"
Wire Type:Solid
Shielding Gas Requirement:Argon/CO2 Mix, Argon/Oxygen Mix
Spool Size:33 lb
AWS Classification:ER316L
Welding Position:All Position
Brand:central-wire
AWS Spec:er316l
Diameter:0-035
Grade:316
Packaging:33lb-spool
Weld Process:mig
Polarity:dc

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 33 lb Spool of ER316L .035" Stainless Steel MIG Wire
  • Certificate of Conformance (available upon request)

APPLICATIONS

  • Chemical and petrochemical processing equipment
  • Food and beverage processing machinery
  • Marine fittings and boat fabrication
  • Pharmaceutical storage tanks
  • Textile industry equipment
  • Pulp and paper mill machinery
  • General stainless steel structural fabrication

FAQ

For MIG welding with ER316L, a mixture of 98% Argon and 2% Oxygen or a tri-mix of Helium, Argon, and CO2 is commonly recommended to ensure arc stability and good bead appearance.

The 'L' stands for Low Carbon. ER316L has a lower carbon content (max 0.03%) compared to ER316, which helps prevent intergranular corrosion and carbide precipitation in the heat-affected zone.

Yes, you can use ER316L to weld 304 stainless steel, but it is generally more expensive than ER308L, which is the standard filler for 304. Using 316L on 304 will not harm the weld but is often unnecessary unless 316 properties are required.

This solid MIG wire requires Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP), also known as Reverse Polarity.

Yes, .035" diameter wire is versatile and can be used for out-of-position welding, including overhead, provided the welding parameters (voltage and wire speed) are adjusted correctly, typically using short-circuit transfer.

Stainless steel wire should be stored in a clean, dry environment with low humidity. It should be kept in its original packaging until use to prevent contamination from dust, moisture, or other metals.

Yes, ER316L contains Molybdenum (typically 2.0-3.0%), which provides increased resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion compared to 300-series alloys without Molybdenum.

You will need drive rolls sized for 0.035" (0.9mm) wire. V-groove rolls are standard for solid stainless steel wire.