Skip to Main Content
Canadian
Canadian owned and operated

63182400 - Bonarc ER316L Stainless Steel TIG Welding Rod - 2.4mm - 5kg Tube

Packaging: 5kg tube
$52.92/kg $165.40/5kg tube only $33.08/kgSave 37%

Usually ships within 3-5 business days

OVERVIEW

Professional Grade Stainless TIG Welding

When your project demands the highest level of corrosion resistance, Bonarc ER316L is the TIG rod you reach for. If you are welding 316 stainless steel—common in boat fittings, brewery tanks, or food processing equipment—using a standard 308L rod just won't cut it. You need the specific alloy blend found in these Bonarc rods to match the base metal's durability. The '316' grade means it has Molybdenum added, which acts like a shield against salt water and harsh chemicals that would rust other stainless steels.

These 2.4mm (3/32") rods are a versatile size, perfect for medium-thickness materials where you need good deposition rates without overheating the part. Welders appreciate Bonarc for the consistency of the wire; it flows smoothly into the puddle, wets out the toes perfectly, and leaves a bright, shiny bead that requires minimal post-weld cleaning. The 'L' stands for Low Carbon, which is just a fancy way of saying the weld won't rot from the inside out over time.

Packaged in a durable 5kg tube, your filler metal stays straight, clean, and free from shop dust until you're ready to burn it. Whether you are fixing a prop shaft, building a custom exhaust, or fabricating a chemical tank, Bonarc ER316L gives you the confidence that your welds will hold up to the elements just as well as the steel around them.

Additional Information
Brand:Bonarc
AWS Spec:ER316L
Diameter:2.5mm (3/32")
Packaging:5 kg Tube
Weld Process:TIG (GTAW)
Grade:316
Material Composition:Austenitic Stainless Steel, Molybdenum Alloyed
Wire Diameter:2.4mm (3/32")
AWS Classification:ER316L
Shielding Gas Requirement:100% Argon
Polarity:DCEN
Applications:Chemical Tanks, Marine Fabrication, Food Processing Equipment
Packaging Description:5kg tube

INCLUDED

  • 5kg Tube of Bonarc ER316L TIG Rods (2.4mm diameter)
  • Protective Storage Tube

APPLICATIONS

  • Chemical and Petrochemical Processing Equipment
  • Marine Fittings and Structures
  • Food and Beverage Storage Tanks
  • Pharmaceutical Equipment
  • Pulp and Paper Mill Machinery
  • Textile Industry Fabrication
  • Welding of Ti/Nb Stabilized Steels

FAQ

For TIG welding with ER316L, use 100% Argon. This ensures a stable arc and protects the molten pool from atmospheric contamination.

Yes, you can use ER316L to weld 304 stainless steel. It will provide a weld with higher corrosion resistance than the base metal. However, it is more expensive than the standard ER308L used for 304.

ER316L contains Molybdenum, which provides superior resistance to pitting and corrosion, especially in chloride (salty) environments. ER308L does not contain Molybdenum and is generally used for standard 304 stainless applications.

The 'L' stands for 'Low Carbon'. This indicates the carbon content is restricted to a maximum of 0.03%, which prevents carbide precipitation and intergranular corrosion.

Use DCEN (Direct Current Electrode Negative), also known as Straight Polarity, for TIG welding stainless steel.

ER316L is suitable for service temperatures up to approximately 350°C-400°C. For higher temperatures, a standard carbon grade (ER316H) might be required to maintain creep strength.

Keep them in the provided tube, closed, in a dry environment. Moisture and dust can cause porosity in your welds.

The typical tensile strength for ER316L weld metal is approximately 550-650 MPa, depending on welding parameters and dilution.