ER309L

Class: ER309L
AWS: A5.9

Conforms to Certification: AWS A5.9 | ASME SFA A5.9

Weld Process Used for Tig: (GTAW)

AWS Chemical Composition Requirements
C = 0.03 max
Cr = 23.0 – 25.0
Ni = 12.0 – 14.0
Mo = 0.75 max
Mn = 1.0 – 2.5
Si = 0.30 – 0.65
P = 0.03 max
S = 0.03 max
Cu = 0.75 max

Available Sizes
.030 x 36
.035 x 36
.045 x 36
1/16 x 36
3/32 x 36
1/8 x 36
3/16 x 36
5/32 x 36

Application
ER309L has the same qualities as ER309 but with the lower carbon content deemed necessary in many chemical applications. ER309L is preferred over ER309 for cladding over carbon or low alloy steels, or dissimilar joints that are heat treated.

Deposited Chemical Composition % (Typical)
C = 0.015 Mo = 0.25 P = 0.012
Cr = 23.50 Mn = 2.0 S = 0.010
Ni = 13.50 Si = 0.40
Mechanical Properties (R.T.) 
Yield Strength 58,000 psi
Tensile Strength 87,000 psi
Elongation 40%
Reduction of Area 60%

Deposited All Weld Metal Properties
Data is typical for ER309L weld metal deposited by Tig using 100% Argon as the shielding gas.

Recommended Welding Parameters

GTAW “Tig Process”
Wire Diameter Amps DCSP Volts Shielding Gas
.035 60-90 12-15 Argon 100%
.045 80-110 13-16 Argon 100%
1/16 90-130 14-16 Argon 100%
3/32 120-175 15-20 Argon 100%

Note: Parameters for tig welding are dependent upon plate thickness and welding position.
Other shielding Gases may be used for Tig welding. Shielding gases are chosen taking Quality, Cost, and Operability into consideration.