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OJ309L00000035F000 - Kobelco DW-309L .035 Flux Core Stainless Wire 28lb Spool

Packaging: 28lb spool
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OVERVIEW

Smooth Running 309L Flux Core for Easy Cleanup

If you are welding stainless steel to mild steel, the Kobelco DW-309L .035" Flux Cored Wire is the operator's choice for a hassle-free experience. We know that flux-cored stainless can sometimes be messy, but Kobelco's Premiarc series is famous for its easy slag removal. In most cases, the slag lifts right off by itself as the weld cools, or requires just a light tap, saving you hours of grinding and chipping time. The bead profile comes out bright, smooth, and shiny, often requiring little to no post-weld finishing.

This wire runs beautifully on both straight CO2 and Argon/CO2 mixes. If you want deep penetration and lower cost, run it on CO2. If you want that classic smooth spray-like transfer with even less smoke, switch to the 75/25 mix. The arc is soft and stable, with virtually no spatter sticking to the base metal, which keeps your workpiece clean and professional-looking. It is designed for flat and horizontal fillets, making it perfect for structural joints, tank bottoms, and heavy equipment repairs.

The 28lb spool size is a great balance between economy and handling, fitting most industrial wire feeders. The .035" diameter gives you the control you need for medium-gauge materials while still packing enough punch for heavier plate when you crank up the wire feed speed. Whether you are doing underlayment for cladding or just joining a stainless bracket to a steel frame, this wire gives you the confidence that the weld will hold and look great.

Additional Information
Brand:Kobe
Diameter:0.035 in
Grade:309
Packaging:28 lb Spool
Packaging Description:28lb-spool
Weld Process:MIG (GMAW)
Aws Spec:e309l-t0
Polarity:DC
Wire Type:Gas-Shielded Flux-Cored
Shielding Gas Requirement:100% CO2, 75% Argon / 25% CO2
Welding Position:Flat, Horizontal
Alloy Type:309L Stainless Steel
Spool Size:28 lb

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 28lb Spool of Kobelco Premiarc DW-309L .035" Flux Cored Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Joining 304/304L stainless steel to carbon steel
  • Buffer layers on carbon steel before cladding
  • Petrochemical tank fabrication
  • Power plant maintenance and repair
  • Structural steel to stainless connections
  • General heavy fabrication

FAQ

You can use either 100% CO2 or a mixture of 75% Argon and 25% CO2. The wire is classified as both E309LT0-1 (CO2) and E309LT0-4 (Mixed Gas).

It is primarily used for welding dissimilar metals, specifically joining stainless steel (like 304) to mild or low-alloy carbon steel.

Yes, like most gas-shielded flux-cored wires, it runs on DCEP (Direct Current Electrode Positive).

No, the DW-309L (T0 classification) is designed for Flat and Horizontal positions only. For out-of-position welding, you would typically need a T1 wire.

No, Kobelco Premiarc wires are known for their excellent slag detachability, often peeling off by themselves or with very light chipping.

Knurled drive rolls are recommended for flux-cored wires to prevent crushing the wire while ensuring positive feeding.

This is a 28lb (approximately 12.7kg) spool.