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ER409CB-24 - Exocor ER409Cb 3/32" Stainless Steel TIG Rod

Packaging: 10lb tube
$20.20/lb

Package Price:

$202.00/10lb tube

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OVERVIEW

Professional Grade Exhaust Welding with Exocor

When you are working on custom headers, repairing a blown-out muffler, or fabricating a full stainless exhaust system, using the right filler metal is the difference between a permanent fix and a callback. The Exocor ER409Cb TIG Rod is the go-to choice for professional welders dealing with 409 stainless steel. Most modern vehicle exhaust systems are made from this grade of stainless because it handles heat well and resists rust better than mild steel. If you try to weld these pipes with a standard mild steel rod, the weld will rust out in no time. If you use a 308L rod, the weld might look pretty, but the difference in heat expansion can cause cracks down the road. The ER409Cb is the perfect match.

This 3/32" rod gives you excellent control over the puddle, allowing for precise bead placement on thin-wall tubing without blowing through. The 'Cb' stands for Columbium (Niobium), a special ingredient that stabilizes the weld and keeps it strong even after it's been cooked by exhaust gases day in and day out. It prevents the weld from rotting out from the inside, ensuring your custom fabrication lasts as long as the car does.

Exocor is known for consistent quality, meaning you won't be fighting with impurities or inconsistent diameters. These rods feed smoothly through your hand, allowing you to focus on your torch angle and travel speed. Whether you are a shop specializing in performance exhaust systems or a general repair technician fixing a catalytic converter flange, keeping a tube of Exocor ER409Cb in your rack ensures you are ready for any ferritic stainless job that rolls through the bay door. Get the right color match, the right thermal properties, and the right durability for automotive work.

Additional Information
Brand:Exocor
Weld Process:TIG (GTAW)
Diameter:2.5mm (3/32")
Grade:Stainless Steel
AWS Classification:ER409Cb
Material Composition:Ferritic Stainless Steel
Alloy:409Cb
Diameter (Imperial):3/32"
Length:36 in
Shielding Gas Requirement:100% Argon
Polarity:DCEN
Stabilizer:Niobium (Columbium)
Packaging Description:10lb tube
Packaging:10 lb Spool
Position:N/A

INCLUDED

  • Exocor ER409Cb TIG Welding Rods (3/32" Diameter, 36" Length)
  • Protective Storage Tube

APPLICATIONS

  • Automotive exhaust systems (manifolds, mufflers, catalytic converters)
  • Ferritic stainless steel tubing fabrication
  • Heat exchangers and furnace components
  • Agricultural equipment exhaust repairs
  • Sheet metal fabrication involving 409 grade stainless

FAQ

ER409Cb is primarily used for welding ferritic stainless steels, specifically type 409, which is standard for automotive exhaust systems including mufflers, catalytic converters, and manifolds.

For TIG welding with ER409Cb, use 100% Argon gas. This ensures a stable arc and protects the molten weld pool from atmospheric contamination.

Cb stands for Columbium (now chemically referred to as Niobium). It is added as a stabilizing element to prevent intergranular corrosion and improve the high-temperature strength of the weld.

It is not recommended. While it might physically bond, the metallurgical properties are different. You should use ER70S-6 for mild steel. ER409Cb is specifically for 409 stainless steel.

Yes, unlike austenitic stainless steels (like 304 or 316), ER409Cb is a ferritic stainless steel and is magnetic.

Use DCEN (Direct Current Electrode Negative), also known as Straight Polarity, for TIG welding with this rod.

This specific product is 3/32" (approximately 2.4mm) in diameter.

308L has a different thermal expansion rate than 409 stainless. Using it can lead to stress cracks over time as the exhaust heats up and cools down. ER409Cb matches the expansion rate of the pipe.