E308/308L-16 is an extra low carbon electrode for the welding of type 304L, 321, and 347 stainless steels. The controlled ferrite in the weld deposit gives excellent notch toughness at cryogenic temperatures. This
electrode deposits a maximum of .04% carbon in the weld metal to minimize the formation of chromium
carbides and consequent susceptibility to intergranular corrosion.
AWS Specification
AWS A5.4/A5.4M:2006
AWS Classification
E308L/308L-16
Welding Current
AC - DCEP
 
E309/309L-16 stainless steel electrode is ideal for joining stainless steels to themselves or to carbon
and low-alloy steels. Carbon content in the weld metal is held to .04% max which gives it increased
resistance to intergranular corrosion.
AWS Specification
AWS A5.4/A5.4M:2006
AWS Classification
E309/309L-16
Welding Current
AC - DCEP
 
E316/316L-16 is used for welding type 316L or 318 stainless steels. It has a maximum of .04% carbon content in the weld metal, which reduces the possibility of carbide precipitation and consequent
intergranular corrosion. This electrode is widely used in the welding of chemical equipment.
 
AWS Specification
AWS A5.4/A5.4M:2006
AWS Classification
E316L/316L -16
Welding Current
AC - DCEP