The classification is the same as the Oxford Alloy ER308, except that the allowable carbon content has been restricted to the higher portion of the 308 range. Carbon content in the range of 0.04 - 0.08 provides higher strength at elevated temperatures
- 100% argon shielding gas for TIG (GTAW)
- 99% argon + 1% oxygen/97% argon + 3% Co2 shielding gas for MIG (GMAW)
- 15 - 20 volt TIG (GTAW), 29 - 32 volt (SAW)
Oxford Alloys 308H1/8X36 Stainless Steel Rod, Diameter: 1/8 Inch, Length: 36 Inch, Amperage: 150 - 220 amp TIG (GTAW), 350 - 450 amp (SAW), AWS Class: AWS 5.9: ER308/308H, Tensile Strength: 87000 psi, Yield Strength: 59450 psi, Elongation in 2" (%): 41%, Welding Process: TIG (GTAW)/MIG/SAW, Weld Metal Composition: 0.04 - 0.08% Carbon (C), 1.0 - 2.5% Manganese (Mn), 0.30 - 0.65% Silicon (Si), 19.5 - 22.0% Chromium (Cr), 9.0 - 11.0% Nickel (Ni), 0.03% Sulphur (S), 0.03% Phosphorus (P), 0.50% Molybdenum (Mo), 0.75% Copper (Cu), Applicable Materials: Types 301, 302, 304, 304H, 305, 308, 308H Stainless Steel
