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OJ316LDWG-045F - Kobe Premiarc DW-316L Flux-Cored Stainless Wire 0.045 28lb

Packaging: 28lb spool
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OVERVIEW

Smooth Running 316L Flux Core for Professional Results

If you are welding 316L stainless steel and need a wire that runs like a dream, the Kobe Premiarc DW-316L is your answer. This 0.045" flux-cored wire takes the headache out of stainless welding. Unlike solid wires that can be finicky with shielding gas and prone to lack of fusion if not manipulated perfectly, this flux-core option digs in and wets out beautifully. It is designed for all-position welding, so whether you are running flat fillets or vertical-up joints on a tank, the puddle stays controllable and predictable.

The best part for any welder is the cleanup—or lack thereof. The slag on the DW-316L practically falls off by itself as it cools, leaving a bead that looks like it was stacked by a robot. The spatter is minimal, saving you from scraping BBs off your workpiece (and your nozzle). It runs on DCEP polarity and works with straight CO2, which keeps your gas costs down, or an Argon mix if you want that extra smooth spray-like transfer.

This wire is perfect for jobs where aesthetics matter just as much as strength. Whether you are repairing food grade piping, fabricating marine hardware, or working on pharmaceutical equipment, the 316L alloy content ensures your welds won't rust out. The 28lb spool fits standard shop feeders, giving you plenty of runtime between swaps. Upgrade your stainless game with the reliability of Kobelco's Premiarc series.

Additional Information
Brand:Kobe
Diameter:0.045 in
Grade:316
Packaging:28 lb Spool
Weld Process:MIG (GMAW)
Polarity:DC
Wire Type:Flux-Cored
AWS Classification:E316LT1-1, E316LT1-4
Shielding Gas:100% CO2, 75% Argon / 25% CO2
Alloy:316L Stainless Steel
Welding Position:All Position
Packaging Description:28lb spool
AWS Spec:ER316L

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 28lb Spool of Kobe Premiarc DW-316L Flux Core Wire (0.045")

APPLICATIONS

  • Chemical and Petrochemical Processing Equipment
  • Food and Beverage Machinery Manufacturing
  • Textile Industry Machinery
  • Shipbuilding and Offshore Structures
  • General Stainless Steel Fabrication
  • Storage Tanks and Piping Systems

FAQ

You can use either 100% CO2 or a mixture of 75% Argon / 25% CO2. The mixed gas typically provides a slightly smoother arc and less spatter.

Yes, the Kobe Premiarc DW-316L is an all-position wire, making it excellent for vertical-up and overhead welding applications.

This wire typically meets AWS A5.22 E316LT1-1 and E316LT1-4 classifications.

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

This product comes on a 28lb (approximately 12.7kg) spool.

While it can weld 304, it is over-alloyed for that purpose. It is specifically designed for 316 and 316L molybdenum-bearing stainless steels.

Solid wire has silica islands, but this flux-core wire has a full slag covering. However, the slag is designed to detach very easily, often peeling off by itself.