SelectAlloy 308LSi-C

Stainless Steel / Metal Cored / Gas Shielded

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Features

  • Increased silicon (Si) content compared to standard grades of the same alloy composition improves bead wetting and arc stability.
  • Low C, < 0.03 wt%, minimizes sensitization susceptibility which makes the weld metal more resistant to intergranular corrosion.
  • Metal cored benefits include the ability to successfully bridge gaps when part fit up is not as designed, higher travel speeds with subsequent lower heat inputs at equal amperages, and ability to join thin materials.
  • Applications for this alloy type include welding austenitic alloys of similar composition, 301, 302, 304, 304L, 308, and 308L. These alloys are commonly found in chemical, paper, textile, food service equipment, and pharmaceutical industries.

Standard Diameters

in (mm)
  • 0.035 (0.9)
  • 0.045 (1.2)
  • 1/16 (1.6)

Welding Positions

Flat and Horizontal

Shielding

  • Ar + 0.5-3% CO₂
  • Ar + 0.5-3% O₂
    Flow Rate: 40 – 50 CFM

Polarity

Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP)

Conformances

  • ASME SFA 5.22
    • EC308LSi
    • EC308Si
  • AWS A5.22
    • EC308LSi
    • EC308Si
    • Approvals
    Agency Approval Shielding Gas Diameter(s)
    in (mm)
    CWB EC308LSi N/A 0.035 (0.9) – 1/16 (1.6)
    TYPICAL WELD DEPOSIT CHEMISTRY (WT%)
    Shielding Gas C Cr Cu Mn Mo Ni P S Si
    98% Ar/2% O₂ 0.03 21.00 0.14 1.44 0.08 9.80 0.021 0.004 0.77
    Recomended Welding Parameters
    Diameter
    in (mm)    		 Shielding Gas Position Wire Feed Speed
    in/min (m/min)    		 Amps Volts Contact Tip to Work Distance
    in (mm)
    0.035 (0.9) 98% Ar/2% O₂ Flat & Horizontal 450 (11.4) 170 21 1/2 (13)
    0.035 (0.9) 98% Ar/2% O₂ Flat & Horizontal 515 (13.1) 185 23 1/2 (13)
    0.035 (0.9) 98% Ar/2% O₂ Flat & Horizontal 560 (14.2) 200 24 1/2 – 5/8 (13 – 16)
    0.035 (0.9) 98% Ar/2% O₂ Flat & Horizontal 655 (16.6) 205 26 1/2 – 5/8 (13 – 16)
    0.045 (1.2) 98% Ar/2% O₂ Flat & Horizontal 325 (8.3) 220 22 1/2 – 5/8 (13 – 16)
    0.045 (1.2) 98% Ar/2% O₂ Flat & Horizontal 375 (9.5) 235 23 1/2 – 5/8 (13 – 16)
    0.045 (1.2) 98% Ar/2% O₂ Flat & Horizontal 420 (10.7) 250 24 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    0.045 (1.2) 98% Ar/2% O₂ Flat & Horizontal 500 (12.7) 270 26 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    1/16 (1.6) 98% Ar/2% O₂ Flat & Horizontal 225 (5.7) 265 21 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    1/16 (1.6) 98% Ar/2% O₂ Flat & Horizontal 300 (7.6) 305 23 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    1/16 (1.6) 98% Ar/2% O₂ Flat & Horizontal 330 (8.4) 335 24 3/4 – 1 (19 – 25)
    1/16 (1.6) 98% Ar/2% O₂ Flat & Horizontal 375 (9.5) 350 26 3/4 – 1 (19 – 25)

    Packaging (lbs (kg))

    33 (15) Spools, 60 (27.2) Coils, 500 (226.8) Round Drum, 800 (362.9) Hex Drum, 900 (408.2) Hex Drum

    *Some packaging options may not be available depending on diameter and product. Special package options may be available upon request.