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62911200 - Central Wire E308LT-1/4 Stainless Flux-Cored Wire .045 33lb Spool

Packaging: 15kg spool
$37.92/kg

Package Price:

$568.80/15kg spool

In stock

OVERVIEW

Industrial Grade Stainless Steel Flux-Cored Wire

The Central Wire E308LT-1/4 is a premium gas-shielded flux-cored stainless steel wire designed for high-productivity fabrication environments. Engineered to meet the rigorous demands of industrial manufacturing, this wire carries a dual AWS classification of E308LT-1 and E308LT-4. This versatility allows operators to utilize either 100% CO2 or a 75% Argon / 25% CO2 shielding gas blend, providing flexibility in shop logistics and cost management. The 0.045-inch diameter is optimal for medium-to-heavy gauge materials, offering a balance between deposition rate and heat input control.

Metallurgically, the 'L' designation indicates a low carbon content (maximum 0.04%), which is critical for preventing carbide precipitation during the welding process. This feature significantly enhances the weldment's resistance to intergranular corrosion, making it suitable for applications in chemical processing, food and beverage equipment, and pharmaceutical infrastructure where material purity is paramount. The flux-cored design promotes a spray-like transfer, resulting in low spatter levels, deep penetration, and a flat-to-slightly-convex bead profile that reduces post-weld grinding requirements.

This 15 kg (33 lb) spool is precision-wound to ensure consistent feedability, reducing downtime associated with wire tangles or burn-backs. The slag system is formulated for easy removal, often self-peeling, which streamlines multi-pass welding operations. By choosing the E308LT-1/4, procurement managers and welding engineers invest in a consumable that delivers consistent mechanical properties, including high tensile strength and ductility, ensuring code-compliant welds for critical structural components.

Additional Information
Packaging Description:15kg spool
Weld Process:MIG
AWS Spec :E308LT-1/4, ER308L
Packaging:15kg spool
Grade:308
Diameter:0.045
Polarity:AC or DC+, DC+
Brand:Central Wire, BONARC
Material Composition:Stainless Steel
Wire Diameter:0.045"
Wire Type:Flux-Cored (Gas Shielded)
Shielding Gas Requirement:100% CO2, 75% Argon / 25% CO2
Spool Size:15 kg (33 lb)
AWS Classification:E308LT-1, E308LT-4
Applications:Chemical Tanks, Food Processing Equipment, General Fabrication
Welding Position:All position

INCLUDED

  • 1 x 15 kg (33 lb) Spool of E308LT-1/4 0.045" Stainless Steel Flux-Cored Wire

APPLICATIONS

  • Food and Beverage Processing Equipment
  • Chemical Storage Tanks and Piping
  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Facilities
  • General Structural Stainless Steel Fabrication
  • Maintenance and Repair of 304/304L Components

FAQ

This wire is dual-classified (E308LT-1/4), meaning you can use either 100% CO2 or a mixture of 75% Argon / 25% CO2. The Argon mix typically provides a smoother arc and less spatter.

No, this is a flux-cored wire (FCAW-G). It is tubular and contains flux inside, which helps with arc stability, slag formation, and alloy deposition.

This wire is designed to run on DCEP (Direct Current Electrode Positive), also known as Reverse Polarity.

No, E308LT is designed for welding 304 and 304L stainless steels. For 316 stainless, you should use E316LT wire to match the molybdenum content.

Flux-cored stainless wire generally offers higher deposition rates, better penetration, and improved capability for out-of-position welding compared to solid MIG wire.

Yes, since it is a gas-shielded flux-cored wire, you need an external shielding gas supply and a regulator/flowmeter.

The spool weighs 15 kg, which is approximately 33 lbs.

Yes, E308LT flux-cored wires typically have a fast-freezing slag that supports all-position welding, including vertical-up, provided the correct parameters are used.