1kg – ER308LSi 0.8mm Stainless Steel MIG Welding Wire High-Silicon for Smooth Beads

Product Overview:

•     Premium ER308LSi stainless steel MIG wire for welding 304, 304L, and similar austenitic stainless steels
•     Enhanced silicon content improves fluidity and wetting action for smoother weld          beads
•     Ideal for precision welding, food-grade fabrication, and visually critical joints
•     Suitable for MIG (GMAW) processes with appropriate shielding gas
•     Compatible with DCEP polarity and argon-based shielding gases

Technical Specifications:

•     Wire Type: ER308LSi
•     Diameter: 0.8mm
•     Weight: 1kg spool
•     Welding Process: MIG (GMAW)
•     Polarity: DCEP (Direct Current Electrode Positive)
•     Shielding Gas: MIG – 98% Argon + 2% CO₂
•     Welding Positions: PA, PB, PC, PF, PE
•     Applications: Food-grade tanks, piping, sheet metal, architectural stainless, general fabrication
•     Finish: Smooth bead profile with minimal spatter
•     Storage: Keep sealed and dry to prevent contamination

Chemical Composition (Typical Values):

•     Carbon (C): 0.025% – Low carbon for corrosion resistance
•     Silicon (Si): 0.85% – High silicon for improved fluidity and bead appearance
•     Manganese (Mn): 1.80% – Supports arc stability and weld pool control
•     Phosphorus (P): 0.025% – Controlled to prevent brittleness
•     Sulfur (S): 0.015% – Controlled to prevent hot cracking
•     Chromium (Cr): 19.8% – Provides corrosion and oxidation resistance
•     Nickel (Ni): 9.2% – Enhances ductility and toughness
•     Molybdenum (Mo): 0.10% – Optional trace for added corrosion resistance
•     Copper (Cu): 0.10% – May improve corrosion resistance
•     Nitrogen (N): 0.08% – Stabilizes austenitic structure
•     Ferrite Number (FN): 8–9 – Balanced for crack resistance and toughness