E309-16

Class: E309-16
AWS: A5.4

Conforms to Certification: AWS A5.4 | ASME SFA 5.4

Weld Process: Shielded Manual Metal Arc

AWS Chemical Composition Requirements
C = 0.15 max Si = 0.90 max
Cr = 22.0 – 25.0 P = 0.04 max
Ni = 12.0 – 14.0 S = 0.03 max
Mo = 0.75 max Mn = 0.5-2.5

Application
E309-16 is primarily intended for welding heat resistant austenitic Chromium-Nickel steels of similar analysis such as AISI 309 or 309S. Also suitable for joining dissimilar metals such as 18Cr-8Ni stainless steel to mild steel and welding clad surfaces of steel.

Deposited Chemical Composition % (Typical)
C = 0.08 Cr = 23.50 Si = 0.52
Ni = 12.30 Mn = 1.70 P = 0.024
S = 0.024
Deposited All Weld Metal Properties %  
(Typical) As-Welded
Tensile Strength 87,500 psi
Yield Strength 59,500 psi
Elongation 35%

Deposited Charpy-V-Notch Impact Properties %
Not Applicable

Available Sizes & Recommended Welding Parameters

Diameter Voltage Flat Amperage Vertical & Overhead
3/32 24-28 70-85 65-75
1/8 26-30 85-110 80-90
5/32 28-32 110-140 100-120
3/16 28-32 120-160 110-130