SelectAlloy 309L-AP-LF

Stainless Steel / Flux Cored / Gas Shielded

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Features

  • Low C, < 0.04 wt%, minimizes carbide precipitation (sensitization) which makes the weld metal more resistant to intergranular corrosion.
  • Designed for welding in all positions where well washed beads can be achieved in both 100% CO₂ or 75-80% Ar/balance CO₂ shielding gas.
  • Smooth arc transfer and self-releasing slag that peels easily to ensure that clean up time is minimized.
  • Applications for this alloy type include welding dissimilar metal, such as type 304 SS to mild steel, cladding mild steel or type 304 base metals where corrosion requires to be enhanced, and welding of the stainless steel side of type 304 claddings.
  • Designed with a tightly controlled, modified chemistry, to meet a WRC 1992 ferrite number (FN) of 5-13.

Standard Diameters

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

Welding Positions

All Positions

Shielding

  • 75-80% Ar + Balance CO₂
  • 100% CO₂
    Flow Rate: 40 – 50 CFM

Polarity

Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP)

Conformances

  • AWS A5.22
    • E309LT1-1
    • E309LT1-4
    • Approvals
    Agency Approval Shielding Gas Diameter(s)
    in (mm)
    CWB E309LT1-1 C1 (100% CO₂) 0.045 (1.2) – 1/16 (1.6)
    CWB E309LT1-4 M21 (75% Ar/25% CO₂) 0.045 (1.2) – 1/16 (1.6)
    TYPICAL WELD DEPOSIT CHEMISTRY (WT%)
    Shielding Gas Bi C Cr Cu Mn Mo Ni P S Si WRC-1992 Ferrite
    100% CO₂ >0.002 0.02 22.8 0.11 0.87 0.09 13.3 0.02 <0.01 0.50 10
    75% Ar/25% CO₂ >0.002 0.02 23.1 0.11 1.02 0.09 13.1 0.02 <0.01 0.61 11
    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) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All-Position 325 (8.3) 110 23 1/2 (13)
    0.035 (0.9) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All-Position 400 (10.2) 120 24.5 1/2 (13)
    0.035 (0.9) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All-Position 470 (11.9) 130 26 1/2 (13)
    0.035 (0.9) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 565 (14.4) 145 27.5 1/2 – 5/8 (13 – 16)
    0.035 (0.9) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 660 (16.8) 160 29 1/2 – 5/8 (13 – 16)
    0.045 (1.2) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All-Position 215 (5.5) 130 23 1/2 – 5/8 (13 – 16)
    0.045 (1.2) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All-Position 260 (6.6) 145 24.5 1/2 – 5/8 (13 – 16)
    0.045 (1.2) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All-Position 310 (7.9) 160 26 1/2 – 5/8 (13 – 16)
    0.045 (1.2) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 420 (10.7) 180 27.5 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    0.045 (1.2) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 450 (11.4) 200 29 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    1/16 (1.6) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All-Position 135 (3.4) 160 23 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    1/16 (1.6) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All-Position 190 (4.8) 195 24.5 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    1/16 (1.6) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ All-Position 225 (5.7) 210 26 5/8 – 3/4 (16 – 19)
    1/16 (1.6) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 255 (6.5) 225 27.5 3/4 – 1 (19 – 25)
    1/16 (1.6) 75% Ar/25% CO₂ Flat & Horizontal 290 (7.4) 245 29 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.