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Njabulo Stainless, located in Cape Town, South Africa, specializes in manufacturing and supplying top-notch AWS Class E308/308L-16 electrodes. These electrodes are specifically crafted for welding austenitic stainless steels, including popular grades like 304 and 304L. Renowned for their reliable quality and outstanding performance, they create robust, corrosion-resistant welds that are perfect for a variety of industrial applications. Njabulo Stainless takes pride in ensuring that their E308/308L-16 electrodes comply with international standards, making them a go-to option for fabricators and repair experts in industries such as food processing, chemical manufacturing, and architectural construction.
The AWS Class E308/308L-16 electrodes boast a chemical makeup that includes a healthy dose of chromium (18-20%) and nickel (8-12%). The “L” variant is particularly noteworthy for its lower carbon content, which helps reduce carbide precipitation and boosts resistance to intergranular corrosion. When used, these electrodes yield weld metal with impressive tensile strength, typically around 515 MPa (75 ksi), along with excellent ductility. They also provide strong resistance to oxidation, corrosion, and cracking, featuring smooth arc characteristics that work well in all welding positions.
| Classification | AWS A5.4, E308/308L-16 |
| Form | Welding Electrode, Welding Rods |
| Type Of Current | AC-DCEP (Direct Current Electrode Positive) |
| Welding Position | F, V, OH, H |
| Size | 2.0 mm, 2.50 mm, 3.15 mm, 4.00 mm, 5.0 mm |
| AC/DC+ | AC or DC (+) |
| JIS Specification | BS 2926 19.9 A R |
| Other Specification | DIN 8556 E19 9 R 23 A |
| AWS E308/308L-16 Coated Electrodes Application & uses |
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| C | Cr | Ni | Mo | Mn | Si | P | S | Cu |
| 0.04 | 18.0-21.0 | 9.0-11.0 | 0.75 | 0.5-2.5 | 1.00 | 0.04 | 0.03 | 0.75 |
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These electrodes offer high corrosion resistance and are suitable for welding 18-8 stainless steel. They have a heavy coating for enhanced stability and smoother arc performance. Sizes typically range from 1/8″ to 5/32″ in diameter.
Offering excellent corrosion resistance, these electrodes are used for welding similar types of stainless steel. The light coating aids in maintaining a clean arc with minimal spatter. They are available in sizes from 3/32″ to 1/8″ in diameter.
These electrodes provide robust corrosion resistance and are designed for shielded arc welding processes. They ensure stable arc performance and minimal weld defects. Common sizes include 1/16″ to 3/16″ in diameter.
These electrodes are commonly employed in welding 18-8 stainless steels for various applications, including storage tanks, piping, pressure vessels, and food processing equipment. Their adaptability makes them perfect for both fabrication and repair tasks where corrosion resistance and weld quality are paramount. The AWS Class E308/308L-16 electrodes consistently deliver high-quality, dependable welds even in challenging environments, including those that encounter chemicals and moderate heat.
AWS Class E308/308L-16 electrodes are used primarily for the welding of the austenitic stainless steel grades, especially 304, 304L, as well as the other similar types of alloys. These electrodes are best used in food-processing, chemical, and petrochemical industries where it would be put in a condition that needs excellent corrosion resistance as well as high-strength properties. They are mostly used for welding structural applications, pipes, pressure vessels, and tanks, offering excellent weldability, durability, and oxidation resistance. E308/308L-16 electrodes are applied in maintenance and repair work of stainless steel parts.







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