165316R150 - ESAB OK Tigrod 309L Stainless Steel TIG Welding Rod - 1.6mm, 5kg Tube

Name: ESAB OK Tigrod 309L Stainless Steel TIG Welding Rod - 1.6mm, 5kg Tube
Brand: Esab
SKU: 165316R150
Price: 196.35 CAD
Availability: InStock

Packaging: 5kg tube

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SKU: 165316R150 Categories: All Stainless Mig, Tig & Electrodes, Welding Wires and Electrodes

OVERVIEW

Reliable 309L TIG Rods for Smooth Stainless-to-Steel Welds

When you are faced with the challenge of welding stainless steel to mild steel, you need a filler rod that you can trust to hold up and flow smoothly. The ESAB OK Tigrod 309L is the go-to solution for welders tackling dissimilar metal projects. Whether you are building custom brackets, repairing industrial equipment, or working on automotive exhaust modifications, this 1.6mm TIG rod gives you the control and versatility you need. The 309L alloy is specifically formulated to handle the dilution from mild steel without cracking, making it incredibly forgiving for fit-ups that mix different base materials.

Welders love the ESAB OK Tigrod series for its consistency. You won't be fighting with dirty wire or inconsistent diameters here. These rods feed smoothly through your fingers, allowing you to focus on your puddle and travel speed. The 1.6mm size is perfect for thin-to-medium gauge materials, giving you enough filler to build a bead without overwhelming the joint with heat. The low carbon content means your welds stay bright and resist rust longer, even in the heat-affected zone. Plus, the slag islands are minimal, so your post-weld cleanup is quick and easy—often just a quick brush is all it takes to make it shine.

Packaged in a durable 5kg tube, this supply will keep your shop running through multiple jobs. It is an essential item for any fab shop's inventory because you never know when a dissimilar repair job will walk through the door. Use it for buffer layers, cladding, or just joining that 304 stainless bracket to a mild steel frame. With ESAB's reputation for quality, you can burn through these rods with confidence, knowing every bead will be strong, clean, and professional.

Why Welders Choose ESAB 309L

Dissimilar Metal Expert: The best choice for welding stainless to mild steel.
Smooth Flow: Excellent wetting action makes for flat, aesthetically pleasing beads.
Crack Resistant: High ferrite content prevents hot cracking in the crater.
Clean Finish: High-quality surface finish on the rod means less contamination in your weld.

Additional Information
Brand:ESAB
Diameter:1.6mm (1/16")
AWS Spec:ER309L
Grade:309
Packaging:5 kg Tube
Weld Process:TIG (GTAW)
Material Composition:Stainless Steel (23% Cr, 13% Ni)
Wire Type:Solid
Shielding Gas Requirement:100% Argon, Argon/Helium Mixtures
AWS Classification:AWS A5.9: ER309L
Applications:Dissimilar Joints, Buffer Layers, Cladding
Polarity:DCEN
Packaging Description:5kg tube

INCLUDED

5kg Tube of ESAB OK Tigrod 309L 1.6mm TIG Rods
Product Information Sheet

APPLICATIONS

Joining stainless steel (e.g., 304, 316) to mild or low-alloy carbon steel
Depositing buffer layers on carbon steel prior to stainless cladding
Overlay welding on unalloyed structural steels
Fabrication of heat exchangers, tanks, and piping systems
Maintenance and repair in chemical and petrochemical plants
Automotive exhaust system fabrication involving mixed metals

FAQ

ER309L is primarily used for welding dissimilar metals, such as joining 300-series stainless steel to mild or carbon steel. It is also used for the first layer of cladding on carbon steel.

For TIG welding (GTAW), 100% Argon (I1) is the standard shielding gas. Argon/Helium mixtures can also be used for better penetration or higher travel speeds.

The 'L' stands for 'Low Carbon'. This indicates a maximum carbon content of 0.03%, which helps prevent carbide precipitation and intergranular corrosion in the weld area.

Yes, absolutely. 309L is the specific alloy recommended for welding 304 stainless steel to mild steel because it handles the dilution of the two metals without cracking.

This is a stainless steel TIG rod, so it is designed to be used with DCEN (Direct Current Electrode Negative) polarity for the best results.

The exact count varies by length and diameter, but a 5kg tube of 1.6mm stainless steel TIG rods typically contains approximately 300-350 rods (assuming standard 1000mm length).

Yes, for TIG welding, it is crucial to clean the base metal thoroughly. Remove all oil, grease, rust, and paint to prevent porosity and contamination in the weld.