Extra low Carbon Deposit

Smooth, stable arc characteristics

Low Spatter

Outstanding corrosion resistance

Product Overview

ISOARC E308L-16 is a premium rutile-coated stainless steel electrode designed for welding 304, 304L and 308 stainless steels. The extra-low carbon weld deposit helps minimise carbide precipitation, making it suitable for applications where corrosion resistance and long-term service performance are essential.
Manufactured using high-purity raw materials and internationally proven formulations, ISOARC E308L-16 provides a smooth, stable arc, easy restriking, low spatter and excellent slag removal. The electrode produces attractive weld beads with excellent radiographic quality and is suitable for fabrication, maintenance and repair across a wide range of stainless steel applications

Typical Applications

Food Processing equipment

Breweries

Pharmaceutical plants

Petro chemical plants

Technical Specifications

Classification

AWS A5.4 E308L-16

Type

Basic Lime Coating

Current

AC or DCEP

Welding Positions

All except vertical down

Typical Use

Welding of stainless Steel type 304, 304L or 308

Redrying Temperature

Redry at 250 deg C for 1 hour

Storage

Store unopened packs in a clean dry enviroment

Mechanical Properties

Tensile Strength

> 520 MPA

Yield Strength

> 35%

Elongation

> 420 MPA

Why Choose ISOARC 308L-16

Manufactured by Thuthuka Welding Products (Pty) Ltd

Manufactured under an ISO 9001 Quality Management System using internationally proven formulations

Every production batch undergoes stringent quality control and testing to ensure consistent weld quality, dependable corrosion resistance and reliable performance