SME 308L-16

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Features/Characteristics

SME 308L-16 composition of the weld metal is 19.5Cr, & 10Ni, except for the low carbon content. The 0.04% maximum carbon content of weld metal deposited by these electrodes reduces the possibility of inter granular carbide precipitation and thereby increase the resistance to inter granular corrosion without the use of stabilizers such as niobium or titanium. A carbon content of 0.04 % maximum has been shown to be adequate in weld metal, even though it is recognized that similar base metal specifications require a 0.03 % limitation. This low carbon alloy, however, is not as strong at elevated temperature as E308H or E347.

SME 308L-16 Welding Rod Uses/Applications

1. Welding of 18Cr/8Ni grade Stainless Steels such as AISI types 301, 302, 304 and 308 having low Carbon content.
2. This electrode deposits a maximum of 0.04% carbon in the weld metal. Type 308L-16 is used extensively for welding of chemical plant equipment.
3. Used successfully for welding types 321 and 347 steel grades.
4. SME308L-16 minimizes the formation of chromium carbides in the weld metal.

Re-drying Conditions

To obtain best results Re-dry the Electrodes at 300°C for 1 hour (optionally available in vacuum packed Condition, re-drying not required in this packaging)

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Service Information

Documentation

• Safety Data Sheet
• Certificates of Conformance

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