Class: E308-16

AWS: A5.4

Conforms to Certification: AWS A5.4     ASME SFA A5.4

Weld Process: Shielded Manual Metal Arc

AWS Chemical Composition Requirements
C = 0.08 max	Si = 0.90 max
Cr = 18.0-21.0	P = 0.04 max
Ni = 9.0-11.0	S = 0.03 max
Mo = 0.75 max	Cu = 0.75 max
Mn = 0.5-2.5

Application
E308-16 is designed for welding of the following 18-8 stainless steel types: 301, 302, 304 and 308. The weld deposit has the proper chemical content and balance for satisfactory welding of type 308, and therefore is suitable for welding 18-8 types of lower alloy content. Sound weld metal and corrosion resistance equal to or greater than that of the parent metal are assured.

Deposited Chemical Composition % (Typical)
C = 0.030	Cr = 19.4	Si = 0.43
Ni = 9.30	Mn = 1.65	P = 0.021
S = 0.02

 

Deposited All Weld Metal Properties %
(Typical) As-Welded
Yield Strength	84,500 psi
Tensile Strength	55,000 psi
Elongation	40%

Deposited Charpy-V-Notch Impact Properties %
Not Applicable

Available Sizes & Recommended Welding Parameters
Diameter	Voltage	Flat	Amperage Vertical & Overhead
3/32	24-28	70-85	65-75
1/8	26-30	85-110	80-90
5/32	28-32	110-140	100-120
3/16	28-32	120-160	110-130