ER 316L Tig Wire

ER 316L TIG wire is a low-carbon stainless steel filler metal used for welding 316 and 316L stainless steels. It offers excellent corrosion resistance and enhanced weldability, making it suitable for applications in chemical, pharmaceutical, and food processing industries, producing strong, durable welds.

ER 316L Tig Wire Chemical Compositions:

The chemical composition of ER 316L TIG wire typically includes:-

  • Carbon (C): ≤ 0.03%
  • Chromium (Cr):0-18.0%
  • Nickel (Ni):0-14.0%
  • Molybdenum (Mo):0-3.0%
  • Manganese (Mn): ≤ 2.0%
  • Silicon (Si): ≤ 1.0%
  • Phosphorus (P): ≤ 0.045%
  • Sulphur (S): ≤ 0.03%
  • Iron (Fe): Balance

These elements provide the wire with its desired properties, such as corrosion resistance and weldability, suitable for various applications.

Physical Properties:

ER 316L TIG wire exhibits the following physical properties:

  • Density: Similar to other stainless steels, around 7.9 g/cm³.
  • Melting Point: Typically melts in the range of 2550-2650°F (1400-1450°C).
  • Tensile Strength: Offers strong welds, typically above 70,000 psi.
  • Yield Strength: Provides resistance to deformation under load, usually higher than 25,000 psi.
  • Elongation: Ductile, with elongation typically between 40-50% in 2 inches.
  • Hardness: Offers good resistance to surface wear, usually within 160-190 HB.

These properties make it suitable for various applications requiring corrosion resistance and mechanical strength.

Mechanical Properties:

  • Tensile Strength: Offers strong welds, typically above 70,000 psi.
  • Yield Strength: Provides resistance to deformation under load, usually higher than 25,000 psi.
  • Elongation: Ductile, with elongation typically between 40-50% in 2 inches.
  • Hardness: Offers good resistance to surface wear, usually within 160-190 HB.

These properties ensure reliable and durable welds, which are crucial for various applications requiring corrosion resistance and mechanical strength.

ER 316L Tig Wire Applications:

ER 316L TIG wire finds applications in diverse industries due to its corrosion resistance and mechanical properties:

  • Chemical Industry: Welding of tanks, piping, and equipment handling corrosive substances.
  • Pharmaceutical Industry: Fabrication of sanitary equipment requiring corrosion resistance.
  • Food Processing: Welding of equipment for hygiene-sensitive environments.
  • Marine Industry: Welding of ship components and offshore structures exposed to seawater.
  • Aerospace: Used in the fabrication of components requiring corrosion resistance and mechanical strength.
  • Power Generation: Welding of components in power plants, including nuclear.
  • Automotive: Used in exhaust systems and other components requiring corrosion resistance.
  • Construction: Welding of stainless steel structures and components.

ER 316L TIG wire’s versatility makes it suitable for a wide range of applications across different sectors.

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