ESAB OK Autrod 316LSi Stainless Steel MIG Wire
ESAB OK Autrod 316LSi is a premium stainless steel MIG wire designed for welding austenitic stainless alloys, including 18% Cr – 8% Ni and 18% Cr – 10% Ni – 3% Mo types, such as 316 and 316L. The higher silicon content improves welding properties by enhancing wetting, ensuring smooth, clean welds. This wire offers excellent resistance to corrosive environments, particularly against acidic and chlorinated conditions, making it suitable for demanding applications in industries like chemical processing, food production, shipbuilding, and architectural structures.
With its low carbon content, OK Autrod 316LSi minimizes the risk of intergranular corrosion, making it ideal for welding in environments where corrosion resistance is critical. It can be used with M12 and M13 shielding gases, ensuring versatility and consistent performance in various welding setups.
Key Features of ESAB OK Autrod 316LSi
- Corrosion Resistance: Excellent protection against acidic and chlorinated environments, perfect for high-corrosion applications.
- Improved Wetting: Enhanced silicon content allows for smoother, more fluid welds, ensuring better weld appearance.
- Low Carbon Content: Reduces the risk of intergranular corrosion, thus extending the longevity of welded components.
- Versatile Applications: Suitable for industries such as chemical processing, food production, shipbuilding, and architectural structures.
- Wide Range of Approvals: Certified by ABS, CE, CWB, DNV-GL, and other key regulatory bodies, ensuring top-quality performance.
Applications
- Chemical Processing: Ideal for welding stainless steel exposed to corrosive chemicals, such as certain tanks, pipes, and vessels.
- Food Processing: Provides durable, corrosion-resistant welds for hygienic food production equipment.
- Marine Applications: Used in shipbuilding and offshore applications where resistance to saltwater and corrosive conditions is critical.
- Architectural Structures: Suitable for stainless steel structures in architectural applications requiring strength and durability.
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Classifications | AWS A5.9: ER316LSi, EN ISO 14343-A: G 19 12 3 L Si |
| Alloy Type | Austenitic Stainless Steel |
| Tensile Strength | 560 MPa |
| Yield Strength | 400 MPa |
| Elongation | 37% |
| Typical Composition | 0.01% C, 1.8% Mn, 0.9% Si, 12.2% Ni, 18.4% Cr, 2.6% Mo |
| Shielding Gas | M12 (Ar/CO2 mix), M13 (100% CO2) |
For superior corrosion resistance and reliable performance in demanding environments, choose ESAB OK Autrod 316LSi. Its high silicon content, low carbon design, and excellent weldability make it the perfect solution for a variety of stainless steel welding applications.
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