AWS A5.4: E316-16 & E316L-16

AWS A5.4: E316-16 & E316L-16

Possesses properties similar to 316/316H Sterling AP except with a much lower carbon content which reduces susceptibility to sensitization during welding. The welds show high resistance to corrosion and fissuring. This makes it an outstanding choice for critical applications. Excellent for welding stainless steel types 316, 316L and 318. It has a smooth running arc that results in a uniform weld bead that is flat to slightly convex.

Welding Wire  AWS A5.4: E316-16 & E316L-16

APPLICATIONS

Single and multiple pass, DCEP, AC, All Position

INDUSTRIES

TYPICAL WELD METAL CHEMISTRY* (Chem Pad)

Welding Positions:

CONFORMANCES AND APPROVALS:

• AWS A5.4, Class E316-16 & E316L-16
• ASME SFA 5.4
• CWB

Food and Beverage, Petrochemical plants, Pulp and Paper, other general fabrication on stainless steels.

STORAGE

VERTICAL-UP

FLAT & HORIZONTAL

OVERHEAD

VERTICAL-DOWN

Use slight weaving motion within the puddle

Angle electrode 10-15° from 90°

have a high degree of moisture resistance; however, for critical applications, the
electrodes should be held at 215°F - 300°F after opening.

Not recommended

Use weaving techniques or inverted V. Reduced amperage compared to flat position setting

TYPICAL MECHANICAL PROPERTIES* (As Welded)

• Maintaining a proper welding procedure - including pre-heat and interpass temperatures - may be critical
depending on the type and thickness of steel being welded.

AVAILABLE DIAMETERS AND PACKAGES:

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• Directional arc
• Easy strike and re-strike
• Spray-like arc transfer 
• All-position
• Self-detaching slag
• Metal goes where directed
• Easy to use, less chance of starting defects

• Low spatter and less clean-up

• Welds extremely well in flat, horizontal, vertical (up) and overhead positions

• Less chance of slag inclusions

Category

AWS A5.4: E316-16 & E316L-16, Stainless Welding Wire,tianjin, China

ARC LENGTH

Short (less than 1/2 the diameter of the electrode)

RECOMMENDED WELDING PROCEDURES

RECONDITIONING

If exposed to atmosphere for extended periods, recondition at 660°F for 2 hours.