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163032R150 - ESAB OK Tigrod 316L Stainless TIG Rod 3.2mm (1/8") - 5kg Tube

Packaging: 5kg tube
$61.92/kg $191.90/5kg tube only $38.38/kgSave 38%

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OVERVIEW

Reliable Stainless Welding with ESAB 316L

When your project demands the highest level of corrosion resistance and weld quality, reach for ESAB OK Tigrod 316L. These 3.2mm (1/8") TIG rods are the professional's choice for welding 316 and 316L stainless steels. Whether you are fabricating food-grade piping, repairing marine hardware, or building chemical tanks, this rod delivers the performance you need. The "L" stands for Low Carbon, which means you get a weld that resists rust from the inside out, even without heat treating it afterwards.

Welders love the OK Tigrod 316L for its smooth running characteristics. It wets out evenly, allowing you to lay down those stack-of-dimes beads with less effort. The 3.2mm diameter is perfect for filling joints on thicker plate or pipe, giving you good coverage without overheating the base metal. Because it contains molybdenum, it stands up to salt water and chlorides much better than standard stainless rods, giving your customers a product that lasts longer in the real world.

Packaged in a sturdy 5kg tube, these rods stay straight and clean until you're ready to burn them. No more bent ends or contaminated filler metal. Just grab a rod, strike your arc, and experience the consistency that ESAB is famous for. If you are working on a job that requires 316L specs, don't settle for generic filler—use the rod that's proven to perform.

Additional Information
Brand:ESAB
AWS Spec:ER316L
Diameter:3.2mm (1/8")
Grade:316
Packaging:5 kg Tube
Weld Process:TIG (GTAW)
Material:Stainless Steel
Length:39 in, 1000 mm
Tensile Strength:600 MPa
Country Of Origin:Czechia
Shielding Gas:100% Argon
Alloy Type:Austenitic Stainless Steel
Packaging Description:5kg tube
Polarity:DCEN

INCLUDED

  • 5kg Tube of ESAB OK Tigrod 316L TIG Rods (3.2mm / 1/8")

APPLICATIONS

  • Chemical and petrochemical processing equipment
  • Food and beverage industry piping and tanks
  • Shipbuilding and marine hardware
  • Architectural stainless steel structures
  • Pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment
  • Pulp and paper industry machinery

FAQ

This rod is classified as AWS A5.9: ER316L.

The diameter is 3.2mm, which is approximately 1/8 inch.

The package is a 5kg tube, which is approximately 11 lbs.

Yes, ER316L can be used to weld 304 stainless, but it is generally more expensive than the standard ER308L used for 304. It is technically acceptable but often over-alloyed for the application.

100% Argon is the standard shielding gas for TIG welding with ER316L.

Yes, 316L is a standard grade for food and pharmaceutical applications due to its high corrosion resistance and cleanability.

The rods are 39 inches (1000mm) long.

Yes, it contains Molybdenum (approx 2-3%) which provides increased resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

Spec Sheet