Nicrex E316L

Extra-low-carbon acid-rutile coated electrode for welding molybdenum-bearing stainless steels of the 316 and 316L type. Nicrex E316L combines vey high-quality weld metal with good welder appeal. Features include first-time striking and re-striking and a smooth arc with very little spatter.

EN 1600: E19 12 3 LR 12

All-weld Metal Properties

Current Range

AC (min. OCV 50) or DC+/-

Composition WT%	Mechanical	As-welded
C 0.03 max.	0.2% PD	350 min. N/mm²
Si 0.90	UTS	520N/mn²
Mn 0.50-1.20	Elongation	30 min. %
S 0.02 max.	Impact Values at +20°C	30 min. %
P 0.025 max.	FN	3-10
CR 17.0-19.0
Ni 2.5-13.0
Mo 2.5-3.0

Size	Current
1.6mm	35-90A
2.0mm	45-65A
2.5mm	60-90A
3.2mm	80-125A
4.0mm	120-170A
5.0mm	150-240A

Options Available

Part No.	Size	Weight	Description	Features
3838	3.2mm	2.0kg	Nicrex E316L	Acid-rutile coated electrode Extra-low carbon Welding molybdenum-beating stainless steel 316/316L type First-time striking and re-striking Smooth arc - low spatter
3808	2.5mm	1.7kg
3809	4.0mm	3.0kg