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Kyaw Stainless is a well-respected manufacturer and supplier located in Naypyidaw, Myanmar, specializing in top-notch **AWS Class E308/308L-16 Electrodes** for stainless steel welding. With a strong focus on quality and innovation, Kyaw Stainless ensures that their electrodes meet international welding standards, delivering outstanding performance and durability. Thanks to their cutting-edge manufacturing technology and rigorous quality control, they consistently produce electrodes that guarantee reliable welds. Serving a variety of industrial sectors, Kyaw Stainless has built a solid reputation among clients throughout Myanmar for their commitment to providing efficient and cost-effective stainless steel welding solutions that meet the needs of modern engineering.
The **AWS Class E308/308L-16 Electrodes** crafted by Kyaw Stainless in Naypyidaw, Myanmar, are primarily made up of 20% Chromium and 10% Nickel, with a low carbon content (capped at 0.04%). This specific composition helps reduce carbide precipitation, enhancing resistance to intergranular corrosion. These electrodes boast a tensile strength of about 550 MPa, a yield strength of around 350 MPa, and an elongation of up to 35%. They create a stable arc, produce a smooth bead appearance, and generate minimal spatter. Their impressive mechanical properties and well-balanced chemistry make them perfect for high-quality welds in stainless steels of similar composition, especially in corrosive environments.
| 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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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.
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.
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.
AWS Class E308/308L-16 electrodes are extensively applied in high corrosion-resistant industries like food processing, chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, and marine conditions. They are perfectly suitable for welding stainless steel storage tanks, pressure vessels, pipelines, and structural parts subjected to harsh conditions. They are also extensively applied to heat exchangers, refinery machinery, and offshore structures where a combination of strength and oxidation resistance is important. Their smooth, clean welds make them extremely well-suited for hygienic use in the dairy, beverage, and pharmaceutical markets.
Kyaw Stainless provides AWS Class E308/308L-16 electrodes with certified test reports confirming chemical composition and mechanical properties according to international quality standards. The electrodes are packed safely in moisture-proof containers to avoid contamination and provide a long shelf life. Sold in a range of standard packaging quantities, they are stored and transported with care to preserve product integrity. Kyaw Stainless provides rapid domestic and international shipping with complete traceability, conforming to strict quality control procedures to deliver consistent, high-performance welding solutions.
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