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59311 - Avesta ER309L Stainless MIG Wire .045 (15kg Spool)

Packaging: 15 kg spool
$79.02/kg

Package Price:

$1,185.30/15 kg spool

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OVERVIEW

Get the Job Done with Avesta ER309L MIG Wire

When you are faced with the challenge of welding stainless steel to mild steel, you need a wire that you can trust to hold up and flow smoothly. The Avesta ER309L MIG Wire (.045") is your go-to solution for dissimilar metal welding. Whether you are working on heavy equipment repairs, automotive fabrication, or custom industrial projects, this wire delivers the crack resistance and strength you need.

We know that wire feeding issues can kill your productivity. That's why this Avesta wire comes on a precision-wound 15kg spool. It feeds smoothly through your gun liner, giving you a stable arc and reducing frustration in the shop. The low carbon content means you get a cleaner weld with better corrosion resistance, so your work stands the test of time. It lays down a smooth bead with excellent wetting action, making cleanup and finishing much faster.

This wire is also perfect for laying down a buffer layer if you plan to clad carbon steel with a different stainless grade later. Don't risk your reputation on inferior consumables; Avesta is a name pros trust for consistent quality and performance.

Why Choose Avesta ER309L?

  • Versatile: The best choice for joining stainless to carbon steel.
  • Smooth Feeding: Precision winding prevents jams and downtime.
  • Quality Weld: Low spatter and excellent bead appearance.
  • Durable: High resistance to cracking and corrosion.
Additional Information
Brand:Avesta
Diameter:0.045 in
Packaging:15 kg Spool
Weld Process:MIG (GMAW)
Polarity:DC
AWS Classification:ER309L
Material Composition:Stainless Steel
Shielding Gas Requirement:Argon + 2% O2, Argon + 2-3% CO2
Wire Diameter:0.045", 1.14 mm
Spool Weight:15 kg
Applications:Dissimilar Metals, Buffer Layers, Cladding
Packaging Description:15 kg spool
Grade:ER309LMO
Position:N/A

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 15kg Spool of Avesta ER309L MIG Wire (.045" / 1.14mm)

APPLICATIONS

  • Joining stainless steel (AISI 304/304L) to carbon or low-alloy steel
  • Buffer layers on carbon steel before overlaying
  • Welding dissimilar steels in structural applications
  • General fabrication involving mixed metal types
  • Cladding applications

FAQ

ER309L is primarily used for welding dissimilar metals, such as joining stainless steel to mild or carbon steel, and for applying buffer layers.

For MIG welding with ER309L, a mixture of Argon with 2% Oxygen or Argon with 2-3% CO2 is typically recommended to ensure arc stability and proper fusion.

This wire has a diameter of 0.045 inches, which is approximately 1.14 mm.

Yes, like most solid MIG wires, it is designed to run on Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP).

This product comes on a 15kg spool, which is approximately 33 lbs.

While you can, ER308L is generally the preferred wire for welding 304 to 304. ER309L is specifically optimized for dissimilar metals.

The 'L' stands for 'Low Carbon'. This reduces the risk of carbide precipitation during welding, which helps maintain corrosion resistance.