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Lincoln UltraCore 308L P .045 Flux-Core Stainless Wire 33lb

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OVERVIEW

Experience Superior Control with UltraCore® 308L P

For professional welders, the difference between a good day and a frustrating one often comes down to the wire running through the gun. Lincoln Electric's UltraCore® 308L P is built to eliminate the common headaches associated with stainless flux-core welding. If you are tired of fighting with spatter that sticks to everything or slag that refuses to chip off, this wire is the solution. It delivers a remarkably smooth arc action that feels stable and controllable, allowing you to focus on the puddle rather than fighting the equipment.

One of the standout features of the UltraCore® 308L P is its clean finish. The wire produces a polished weld bead appearance that looks professional right out of the hood. More importantly, the slag is designed to be self-releasing or easily detachable, which means you spend less time chipping and grinding between passes. This is a huge advantage when you are welding out-of-position or working on large multi-pass joints where cleaning time adds up quickly. The minimal spatter generation also keeps your nozzle cleaner for longer and protects the base metal from unsightly BBs.

Feeding issues can ruin a perfect weld, which is why Lincoln Electric utilizes precision layer winding for these 33 lb spools. This ensures the wire feeds smoothly from the first layer to the last, preventing burn-backs and bird-nesting that stop production. Whether you are fabricating pressure vessels, tanks, or general stainless structures, this .045" wire gives you the deposition rate of flux core with the manageability you need. It is versatile enough to handle standard 304L stainless as well as more specialized grades like 321, making it a go-to wire for diverse projects in the shop.

Additional Information
Brand:Lincoln Electric
Diameter:0.045 in
AWS Spec:E308LT1-1, E308LT1-4
Grade:308
Packaging:33 lb Spool
Weld Process:MIG (GMAW)
Trade Name:UltraCore® 308L P
Wire Type:Gas-Shielded Flux-Cored
Material:Stainless Steel
Shielding Gas:Gas Shielded (External Gas Required)
Spool Type:Plastic Spool
Packaging Description:33 lb sp
Polarity:AC/DCEP

INCLUDED

  • 33 lb Spool of UltraCore® 308L P Wire
  • Safe Use Guide
  • SDS (available online)

APPLICATIONS

  • General Fabrication of Stainless Steel Structures
  • Pressure Vessel Manufacturing
  • Welding Nitrogen-bearing 304LN Stainless Steel
  • Welding Titanium-stabilized 321 Stainless Steel
  • Petrochemical and Food Processing Equipment
  • Heavy Industrial Manufacturing

FAQ

This is a gas-shielded flux-cored wire. It typically requires either 100% CO2 or a blend of Argon and CO2 (commonly 75% Ar / 25% CO2). Always check the specific data sheet for optimal gas settings.

This specific product is .045 inches (1.2mm) in diameter.

Yes, UltraCore 308L P is excellent for welding ASTM 304 and 304L stainless steels, as well as 304LN and 321.

The 'P' in the trade name and the AWS T1 classification generally indicate suitability for all-position welding, including vertical and overhead, depending on parameters.

This product comes on a 33 lb (approximately 15 kg) plastic spool.

No, one of the key features of UltraCore 308L P is its smooth arc action with minimal spatter, reducing post-weld cleanup.

It meets AWS A5.22 classifications E308T1-1, E308T1-4, E308LT1-1, and E308LT1-4.

The flux system is designed for easy slag removal, often peeling off by itself or with light chipping.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

Safety Data Sheet
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