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Akor Stainless, located in Abuja, Nigeria, has earned a solid reputation as a reliable manufacturer and supplier of top-notch welding consumables, including the AWS Class E308/308L-16 Electrodes. Known for their consistency, dependability, and outstanding performance, these electrodes are crafted to meet international welding standards, ensuring excellent results every time. Specifically designed for welding austenitic stainless steels, the AWS Class E308/308L-16 Electrodes offer remarkable arc stability, minimal spatter, and robust, crack-resistant welds. Akor Stainless provides industries with durable welding solutions that uphold structural integrity, resist corrosion, and deliver long-lasting performance in demanding fields like chemical processing, petrochemicals, and fabrication.
These electrodes are primarily made up of chromium and nickel, with a carefully controlled carbon content that boosts corrosion resistance and strength in welded joints. They typically exhibit a tensile strength ranging from 550 to 650 MPa, along with an elongation of 25 to 30%, ensuring they can withstand mechanical and thermal stress. With excellent resistance to oxidation, scaling, and intergranular corrosion, they also produce smooth slag coverage and uniform weld beads. Their unique chemical composition and mechanical properties make them perfect for welding stainless steels and joining dissimilar metals while maintaining both structural integrity and corrosion resistance.
| 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.
Mbemba Stainless provides the best AWS Class E308/308L-16 Electrodes after being strictly tested through hardness, spectro analysis, PMI, flaring, micro and macro tests, pitting resistance, and IGC tests. We provide all commercial invoices, packaging lists, and labels along with the attested Certificate of Origin and Third-Party Inspection Certificates, which assure quality products and exceptional customer satisfaction.
AWS Class E308/308L-16 Electrodes are widely utilized for welding austenitic stainless steels, particularly in settings that demand high corrosion resistance and temperature tolerance. You’ll often find them in chemical processing plants, boilers, pressure vessels, and petrochemical facilities. These electrodes are particularly effective for joining stainless steel to carbon or low-alloy steels, overlay welding, and structural fabrication where strength, durability, and long-lasting performance are essential. Their excellent arc stability and minimal spatter make them a great choice for manual and semi-automatic welding processes.







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