Stainless Steel

Alloy Process Grade Alloy type Brands
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER253Ma 253 MA is an austenitic stainless-steel filler metal designed to produce weld deposits that exhibit outstanding oxidation resistance at extreme temperatures. Used for welding of high temperature stainless alloys to itself and to carbon steels found in applications such as petrochemical, burner nozzles, power boilers, refineries, furnace fans, dampers, muffles, heat recuperate systems and steam super heater tube hangers. Keep interpass as low as possible; Interpass temperature 300°F max and heat input of 10-30 kJ/in.; Heat Input = Voltage x Amperage x6٪TravelSpeed (inch/Minute) x 100 EXATON 22.12.HT
Stainless Steel SMAW ER253Ma 253 MA is an austenitic stainless-steel filler metal designed to produce weld deposits that exhibit outstanding oxidation resistance at extreme temperatures. Used for welding of high temperature stainless alloys to itself and to carbon steels found in applications such as petrochemical, burner nozzles, power boilers, refineries, furnace fans, dampers, muffles, heat recuperate systems and steam super heater tube hangers. Keep interpass as low as possible; Interpass temperature 300°F max and heat input of 10-30 kJ/in.; Heat Input = Voltage x Amperage x6٪TravelSpeed (inch/Minute) x 100 EXATON 22.12.HT
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER304 FW304
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER308 ER308 is used to TIG welding of un-stabilized stainless steels such as Types 301, 302, 304, 305, 308. This filler metal is the most popular grade among stainless steels, used for general purpose applications where corrosion conditions are moderate. FW 308H
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER308L ER308L has the same analysis as type 308 except the carbon content has been held to a maximum of .03% to reduce the possibility of intergranular carbide precipitation. ER308L is ideal for welding Types 304L, 321, and 347 stainless steels. This is a suitable wire for applications at cryogenic temperatures. EXATON 19.9L FW 308L
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER308L CRYO ER308L LF is used in the cryogenic industry to obtain low impact toughness and high strength. ER308L LF has been used to join Type 201, 304L and 316L. All weld metal results performed at –320°F result in minimum impact strengths of 15 ft-lbs and 15 mils lateral expansion. • Typical applications include welding, repairing and overlaying of grades of stainless steel like type 316L when weld metal ferrite is needed to be low. EXATON 19.9L CRYO
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER308L LSi ER308LSI is suitable for joining stainless steels of the 304 type and 308 types. Welding speed is higher that 308 or 308L due to improved weldability of the weld metal. EXATON 19.9LSi
Stainless Steel SMAW E308-16 E308-16 is designed for welding of the following 18-8 stainless steel types: 301, 302, 304 and 308. The weld deposit has the proper chemical content and balance for satisfactory welding of type 308, and therefore is suitable for welding 18-8 types of lower alloy content. Sound weld metal and corrosion resistance equal to or greater than that of the parent metal are assured. RUTOX-A
Stainless Steel SMAW E308L-16 E308L-16 was developed for welding 304L. 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 and may be used successfully for welding types 321 and 347 steel grades. E308L-16 minimizes the formation of chromium carbides in the weld metal. RUTOX-B
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER309 ER309 is used for the welding of similar alloys in wrought or cast form. It is mostly used for welding dissimilar materials such as mild steel to stainless steel, as well as for a barrier layer in stainless overlays. For some applications, welding of straight chromium steels can be accomplished with this consumable. FW 309H
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER309L ER309L has the same qualities as ER309 but with the lower carbon content deemed necessary in many chemical applications. ER309L is preferred over ER309 for cladding over carbon or low alloy steels, or dissimilar joints that are heat treated. EXATON 22.12.HT FW 309L
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER309LSi ER309LSI is suitable for joining stainless steels of the 304 type and 347 types. The higher silicon gives arc stability and exceptionally smooth bead appearance. EXATON 24.13LSi
Stainless Steel SMAW E309-16 E309-16 is primarily intended for welding heat resistant austenitic Chromium-Nickel steels of similar analysis such as AISI 309 or 309S. Also suitable for joining dissimilar metals such as 18Cr-8Ni stainless steel to mild steel and welding clad surfaces of steel. CRONITHERME-25/12
Stainless Steel SMAW E309L-16 E309L-16 is designed for welding heat resistant base metals of similar compositions. It was also designed to weld dissimilar materials and for stainless steel overlays or plain carbon or low-alloy steels. E309L-16 is preferred to E309-16 for cladding over carbon or low alloy steels, as well as dissimilar joints which undergo heat treatment. D&H 309L
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER309LMo This classification has a low carbon content of 0.03% max. ER309LMO is usually needed for the first layer to achieve low carbon contents in other layers with ER316L or ER317L. EXATON 22.15.3L FW 309LMo
Stainless Steel SMAW E309LMo-16 E309LMo-16 is designed for welding stainless steels to other types of steel, for dissimilar welds between stainless steels and mild or low alloys, and for depositing buffer layers when welding acid-resisting clad steels. Pinnacle Alloys E309LMo-16 joins stainless Types 304L, 316L, and 410 to mild or low alloy steels, such as brackets and stiffeners. This electrode also welds hardenable steels and provides a buffer layer prior to hardsurfacing. EXATON 23.12.2L
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER310 ER310 is used for the welding of stainless steels of similar composition in wrought or cast form. The weld deposit is fully austenitic and calls for low heat during welding. This filler metal can also be used for dissimilar welding. FW 310
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER310L 310L has very good resistance to intergranular corrosion, pitting and stress corrosion cracking due to its high chromium and nickel contents. EXATON 25.20L
Stainless Steel SMAW E310-16 E310-16 electrodes were developed for the welding of type 310 stainless steel; weld deposit will exhibit the same chemical analysis and oxidation resistance as the base plate metal. E310-16 is considered a general purpose electrode for welding almost every analysis of carbon and alloy steel. Preheating to 300 to 500F produces strong crack-free welds in dissimilar steels. D&H 310-16
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER310LMo 310 LMo has been developed primarly to cope with the severe corrosion conditions existing in the urea industry. Therefore, this filler has excellent resistance to corrosion in ammonium carbamate and nitric acid EXATON 25.22.2.LMn
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER312 ER312 is used to weld cast alloys of similar composition and is used to weld dissimilar metals and weld overlays. This alloy has very high ferrite. When welding similar cast alloys, limit welding to two or three layers only. FW 312
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER316 ER316 is recommended for welding AISI 316 stainless steel applications when high creep strength at elevated temperatures where resistance to pitting by corrosive liquids is needed. FW 316H
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER316L ER316L filler metal is primarily used for welding low carbon molybdenum-bearing austenitic alloys. This low carbon alloy is not as strong at elevated temperatures as ER316H. EXATON 19.12.3L FW 316L
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER316L CRYO ER316LSI affords the same characteristics as 316L. The high silicon allows better arc stability along with minimal post-weld grinding. The low carbon in the weld metal gives excellent assurance against inter-granular corrosion. EXATON 19.12.3L CRYO
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER316L LSi ER316L LF is used in the cryogenic industry to obtain low impact toughness and high strength. ER316L LF has been used to join Type 201, 304, 304L, 316, and 316L. All weld metal results performed at –320°F result in impact strengths of 40 ft-lbs and 38 mils lateral expansion. • Typical applications include welding, repairing and overlaying of grades of stainless steel like type 316L when weld metal ferrite needs to be low. • Can be used in most cases at –452°F EXATON 19.12.3LSi
Stainless Steel SMAW E316-16 E316-16 electrodes are designed for the welding to type 316 chromium-nickel steel. This alloy contains 2% to 3% molybdenum is addition to sufficient chromium and nickel to render is austenitic. Molybdenum is added to increase the corrosion resistance of the alloy to a firm attack know as pitting, which is induced by such corrosive metals as sulfuric and sulfurous acids, sulfites, chloride and cellulose solutions. RUTOX-Mo
Stainless Steel SMAW E316L-16 electrodes deposit type 316 with a maximum of 0.04% carbon in the weld deposit. The electrode is used for welding type 316L or type 316 stainless steels. E316L-16 is widely used of chemical holding equipment. RUTOX-D
Stainless Steel SMAW E316-17 E316-17 has a nominal composition (wt.-%) of 18.5 Cr, 12.5 Ni, 2.5 Mo, and a maximum carbon content of 0.04. The weld metal deposited by these electrodes reduce the possibility of intergranular carbide precipitation and thereby increases the resistance to intergranular corrosion without the use of stabilizers, such as niobium or titanium. These electrodes are principally used for welding low-carbon, molybdenum-bearing austenitic alloys. This low-carbon alloys is not as strong at elevated temperatures as Type E316H. This classification with maximum ferrite content of 2 FN has traditionally been the choice for welding Type 304 and 316 stainless steels for cryogenic service at temperatures down to -452°F. Pinnacle Alloys E316-17/E316L-17 is well suited for pipe welding, especially in marine and industrial environments EXATON 22.12.HT
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER317L ER317L is used for welding stainless steels with similar composition. Due to its higher molybdenum content, this alloy offers high resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion. Lower carbon makes the weld metal less susceptible to inter-granular corrosion. EXATON 22.12.HT FW 317L
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER320 ER320LR has a composition similar to ER320, except that carbon, silicon, phosphorus, and sulfur levels are kept at a lower level. The low melting residuals are limited in this alloy to reduce micro fissuring. This alloy is often used for welding type ER320 stainless steels. FW 320
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER320LR ER320LR has a composition similar to ER320, except that carbon, silicon, phosphorus, and sulfur levels are kept at a lower level. The low melting residuals are limited in this alloy to reduce micro fissuring. This alloy is often used for welding type ER320 stainless steels FW 320LR
Stainless Steel SMAW E320LR-16 E320LR-16 is similar in composition to type 320, with carbon, silicon, phosphorus, and sulfur controlled to lower limits. Columbium and manganese are kept to a narrow range. Low heat in put is recommended for welding. D&H 320LR (NS)
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER347 ER347 is recommended for welding AISI 347 and 321. The weld metal has good resistance to general corrosion. ER347 is suitable for applications where welds are subjected to high temperatures (+ 750ºF). EFW 347
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER347L EXATON 19.9Nb FW 347
Stainless Steel SMAW E347-16 E347-16 is designed for welding AISI 347 and AISI 321 alloys. The columbium content acts as a stabilizer and prevents carbide precipitation. EXATON 19.9Nb R
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER383 ER383 is used to weld to base metals of itself or of other grades of stainless steel. ER383 contains a low maximum of carbon, silicon, and sulfur to decrease the hot cracking and fissuring, while maintaining the resistance to corrosion. EXATON 27.31.4 LCu FW 383
Stainless Steel SMAW E383-16 For joining highly alloyed fully austenitic stainless steels, such as EN 1.4563 and Alloy 825, which have high corrosion resistance in sulphuric and phosphoric acids and excellent pitting resistance in acid solutions containing chlorides and fluorides, such as sea water EXATON 27.31.4 Lcu R D&H 383
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER385 For joining steels of the 20Cr/25Ni/4.5Mo/1.5Cu type - for example 904L (e.g. 2RK65) used in many areas of the process industry, such as in the production of acetic acid, sulfuric acid, terephthalic or tartaric acid and vinyl chloride. It is also suitable for use in cooling operations involving sea water or heavily polluted river water. EXATON 20.25.5LCu FW 385
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG E385-16 1178 is used for welding materials of similar chemical composition which are used for fabrication of equipment and vessels for handling of sulfuric acid and chloride containing media. This filler metal may also find applications for joining type 317L material where improved corrosion resistance in specific media is needed. In order to reduce the propensity for fissuring and hot cracking, the low melting constituents such as carbon, silicon, and phosphorus are controlled to lower levels in this alloy. EXATON 20.25.5LCu R
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER410 ER410 is used for welding types 403, 405, 410, 414, and 416. Also an overlay on carbon steels for corrosion, erosion and abrasion resistance. It is recommended using 350ºF preheat before welding. FW 410
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER410NiMo wire is used primarily to weld cast and wrought material of similar chemical composition. It is recommended using preheat and inter-pass temperature of not less than 300ºF. Post weld heat treatment should not exceed 1150ºF, higher temperature may result in hardening. FW 410NiMo
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER2209 ER2209 is intended to weld duplex stainless steels. It exhibits high tensile strength and resistance to stress and corrosion cracking. Exhibits a low ferrite. EXATON 22.8.3L FW 2209
Stainless Steel SMAW E2209-15 Exaton 22.9.3.LB is a chromium-nickel-molybdenum-nitrogen covered electrode with basic coating for welding of 22-23%Cr duplex (austenitic-ferritic) stainless steels (e.g. Sandvik SAF 2205). The basic type of electrode combines good welding properties in all positions and high impact strength at low temperatures. The weld metal is characterized by high strength and very good pitting corrosion resistance as well as very good resistance to stress corrosion cracking in chloride containing media. Exaton 22.9.3.LB is used for welding of duplex and lean duplex stainless steels in service temperatures up to 280°C (536°F). It is also used in applications where good impact toughness properties is required below -40°C. Typical base materials to be welded are ISO: 1.4462, 1.4362, 1.4162, 1.4662, 1.4660 and 1.4417. EXATON 22.9.3LB
Stainless Steel SMAW E2209-17 Exaton 22.9.3.LR is a chromium-nickel-molybdenum-nitrogen covered electrode with rutile coating for welding of 22-23%Cr duplex (ferritic-austenitic) stainless steels (e.g. Sandvik SAF 2205). The ferrite content in the all weld metal is approximately 40 FN according to WRC-92. The electrode provides excellent arc stability, low spatter, self peeling slag and smooth weld bead finishing. The all weld metal is characterized by high strength and very good resistance against pitting corrosion (in chloride containing media) as well as stress corrosion cracking. Exaton 22.9.3.LR is used for welding of duplex and lean duplex stainless steels in service temperatures up to 280°C (536°F). Typical base materials welded include ISO: 1.4462, 1.4362, 1.4162, 1.4662, 1.4460 and 1.4417 EXATON 22.9.3LR
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER2594 Exaton 25.10.4.L is used for welding of Sandvik SAF 2507 and other super-duplex steels. The grade is characterized by excellent resistance to stress corrosion in chloride-bearing environments and excellent resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion. Exaton 25.10.4.L can also be used for welding Sandvik SAF 2205 and corresponding duplex steels when the highest possible corrosion resistance is required. EXATON 25.10.4L FW 2594
Stainless Steel SMAW E2594-15 Exaton 25.10.4.LB is a high alloyed chromium-nickel-molybdenum-nitrogen covered electrode with basic coating for welding of 25%Cr- and superduplex stainless steels (e.g. Sandvik SAF 2507 and Zeron 100). The basic type of electrode combines good welding properties in all positions with high impact strength at low temperatures. The weld metal is characterized by high strength and very good corrosion resistance. Exaton 25.10.4.LB is used for welding of super duplex stainless steels in service temperatures up to 280°C (536°F), where good impact strength at temperatures down to -50°C is required. Common steel types include: ISO 1.4410, 1.4501 and 1.4507; UNS: S32750, S32760, S31260 and S32550. It can also be used as overmatching consumable for 21-23%Cr duplex stainless steels. The weld metals produced are not completely porosity free, but they fulfil the welding requirements described in ASME IX, Article 1 Welding Requirements- QW 191.1 EXATON 25.10.4LB
Stainless Steel SMAW E2594-16 Exaton 25.10.4.LR is a covered electrode with rutile-basic coating used for welding of super-duplex (austenitic-ferritic) stainless steels of UNS S32750 and S32760 type (e.g. Sandvik SAF 2507 and Zeron 100). The weld metal has excellent resistance against stress corrosion cracking, general- and pitting corrosion. It has also high resistance to erosion corrosion and corrosion fatigue. Spray transfer gives a bead with a finely rippled surface. There is little spatter and very good slag removal. The electrode has excellent arc stability and fast burn off rate with minimal stub loss. Typical applications include welding of austenitic-ferritic stainless steels such as Sandvik SAF 2507, UNS S32750 (wrought) and UNS J93404 (cast) and other super-duplex steels, 25% chromium duplex stainless steels with PRE values between 37 and 40, dissimiliar joints between duplex and carbon and low-alloy steels, Sandvik SAF 2205 and corresponding duplex steels where the highest corrosion resistance is required. EXATON 25.10.4LR
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG UNS-32906 Hyper Duplex Exaton 27.7.5.L is a hyper-duplex (austenitic-ferritic) filler metal with improved yield strength and better pitting and crevice corrosion resistance compared to super-duplex stainless steels (UNS S32750 and S32760). It also has higher HISC (hydrogen induced stress cracking) resistance compared to super-duplex stainless steels and higher resistance to aggressively sour environments. Exaton 27.7.5.L can be advantageously used for welding 13% Cr flow pipes, as its high strength enables reduction of repair rates during pipeline production, because finite element analysis is not required for weld metal of matching strength and the acceptance criteria can be less conservative. The high pitting resistance of Exaton 27.7.5.L makes it suitable for root pass welding in Sandvik SAF 2507 and other super-duplex stainless steels (UNS S32750 and S32760) when the risk of pitting corrosion is critical, or when mixed shielding gases cannot be used. Exaton 27.7.5.L can be used for plasma welding, but primarily used for overlay welding using hot wire TIG and mechanical TIG e.g. tube sheets in heat-exchangers or for joint welding of hyper-duplex (UNS S32707) pipe with wall thickness < 13 mm. EXATON 28.8.2L EXATON 27.7.5.L
Stainless Steel MIG, TIG ER630 Used for welding materials of similar chemical composition such as 17-4 and 17-7 plates
Stainless Steel SMAW E630-16 E630-16 is a precipitation hardening steel covered electrode used for welding materials of similar chemical composition, such as 17-4 and 17-7. It can be used in the as welded condition or in the heat treated condition to obtain higher strength. The mechanical properties of the alloy are greatly influenced by the heat treatment. D&H 446L