Eagle 316L-16 Stainless Steel Welding Rod | Molybdenum Alloy Electrode

Eagle 316L-16 is recommended for:

Type 316 stainless steel
Corrosion-resistant stainless fabrication
Stainless steel repair
Chemical processing equipment
Marine and moisture-exposed applications
Industrial maintenance
Stainless piping and tanks
All-position stainless welding

Designed for applications where improved resistance to pitting and corrosive environments is required.

Use AC or DC Reverse [+] Polarity.
Clean weld areas thoroughly with a grinder or stainless steel wire brush.

Remove cracks or damaged material where required. Eagle 188 airless gouging electrodes may be used for weld preparation.

Maintain a short arc length and use stringer beads for best results.

Eagle 316L-16 is a low-carbon stainless steel electrode designed for welding Type 316 chromium-nickel stainless steel.

The alloy contains approximately 2–3% molybdenum in addition to chromium and nickel. Molybdenum improves resistance to localized corrosion, particularly pitting, making 316-type stainless suitable for more demanding corrosive service than many common 300-series stainless grades.

Why Eagle 316L-16?

Improved corrosion resistance — molybdenum helps resist pitting in aggressive environments.

Designed for 316 stainless — ideal for welding Type 316 chromium-nickel stainless steel.

Strong mechanical properties — approximately 86,500 psi tensile strength and 40% elongation.

All-position performance — suitable for flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead welding.

AC or DC capability — works with a wide range of welding power sources.

316L-16, 308L-16 or 309L-16?

Choose Eagle 316L-16 when welding 316 stainless steel and corrosion resistance is the priority.

Choose Eagle 308L-16 when welding common 300-series stainless steels such as 304 to themselves.

Choose Eagle 309L-16 when joining stainless steel to carbon steel or other dissimilar steels.

In simple terms:
316L-16 = 316 stainless / higher corrosion resistance
308L-16 = standard stainless-to-stainless
309L-16 = stainless-to-carbon steel / dissimilar metals

3/32" / 2.50 mm — 30–80 A
1/8" / 3.25 mm — 60–110 A
5/32" / 4.00 mm — 110–150 A
3/16" / 5.00 mm — 160–180 A

Current: AC or DC Reverse [+]