
Weld Star 316L Stainless Steel TIG Filler Rods - 1.6mm Dia. x 5kg (ER316L)
- Material: Austenitic Stainless Steel
- Pack Size: 5 Kg
- Rod Diameter: 1.60 mm
- AWS Code: AWS A5.9 – ER 316L

Weld Star – 316L Stainless Steel TIG Filler Rods – 1.6 mm x 5 Kg is an austenitic stainless steel wire with a low carbon content. This unique composition reduces the possibilities of intergranular carbide precipitation, enhancing its resistance to intergranular corrosion without the need for stabilizers. The presence of molybdenum further provides creep resistance in halide atmospheres.
Features and Benefits
- Enhanced Corrosion Resistance: Low carbon content and the presence of molybdenum ensure superior resistance to intergranular corrosion.
- Versatility in Welding: Ideal for joining and surfacing of stainless steels of similar composition, including low-carbon molybdenum-bearing austenitic alloys.
- Diverse Applications: Commonly used in industries such as food processing, dairy, and chemical processing.
Common Applications
- Food Processing: Ensures safe and hygienic welds for equipment handling food products.
- Dairy Industry: Provides corrosion-resistant welds for equipment exposed to dairy products.
- Chemical Processing: Used in equipment and components that handle various chemicals, ensuring longevity and durability.
Typical Base Materials
All 300 series austenitic stainless steel, mainly low-carbon molybdenum-bearing*
* Illustrative, not exhaustive list
| EN ISO 14343-A – W 19 12 3 L |
| AWS A5.9 – ER 316L |
| C% | Mn% | Si% | S% | P% | Ni% | Cr% | Mo% | Cu% |
| 0.021 | 1.80 | 0.43 | 0.005 | 0.027 | 11.19 | 18.70 | 2.62 | 0.30 |
| Tensile Strength | ≥510 MPa |
| Yield Strength | ≥320 MPa |
| Elongation | ≥25 % |
| Impact Strength | ≥80 J |
Mechanical properties are approximate and may vary based on the heat, shielding gas, welding parameters and other factors.
| EN ISO 14175 – TIG: I1 (Argon) |
| EN ISO 6947 – PA, PB, PC, PD, PE, PF, PG |
| Diameter | Length | Weight |
| 0.80 mm | 1000 mm | 5 Kg |
| 1.00 mm | 1000 mm | 5 Kg |
| 1.20 mm | 1000 mm | 5 Kg |
| 1.60 mm | 1000 mm | 5 Kg |
| 2.00 mm | 1000 mm | 5 Kg |
| 2.40 mm | 1000 mm | 5 Kg |
| 3.20 mm | 1000 mm | 5 Kg |
Liability: Whilst all reasonable efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained, this information is subject to change without notice and can be only considered as suitable for general guidance.
| Brand | Weld Star |
| Weight | 5kg |
| Diameter | 1.6mm |
Datasheet
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