Class: E309-16

AWS: A5.4

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

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
Yield Strength	87,500 psi
Tensile 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