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Product Overview:
Premium ER308LSi stainless steel MIG wire for welding 304, 304L, and similar austenitic stainless steels
Enhanced silicon content improves fluidity and wetting action for smoother weld beads
Ideal for precision welding, food-grade fabrication, and visually critical joints
Suitable for MIG (GMAW) processes with appropriate shielding gas
Compatible with DCEP polarity and argon-based shielding gases
Technical Specifications:
Wire Type: ER308LSi
Diameter: 0.8mm
Weight: 1kg spool
Welding Process: MIG (GMAW)
Polarity: DCEP (Direct Current Electrode Positive)
Shielding Gas: MIG 98% Argon + 2% CO
Welding Positions: PA, PB, PC, PF, PE
Applications: Food-grade tanks, piping, sheet metal, architectural stainless, general fabrication
Finish: Smooth bead profile with minimal spatter
Storage: Keep sealed and dry to prevent contamination
Chemical Composition (Typical Values):
Carbon (C): 0.025% Low carbon for corrosion resistance
Silicon (Si): 0.85% High silicon for improved fluidity and bead appearance
Manganese (Mn): 1.80% Supports arc stability and weld pool control
Phosphorus (P): 0.025% Controlled to prevent brittleness
Sulfur (S): 0.015% Controlled to prevent hot cracking
Chromium (Cr): 19.8% Provides corrosion and oxidation resistance
Nickel (Ni): 9.2% Enhances ductility and toughness
Molybdenum (Mo): 0.10% Optional trace for added corrosion resistance
Copper (Cu): 0.10% May improve corrosion resistance
Nitrogen (N): 0.08% Stabilizes austenitic structure
Ferrite Number (FN): 89 Balanced for crack resistance and toughness
