NC-38 welding electrode KOBE Steel, E308-16 – High-quality welding electrode with calcium-titanium flux for precise welding results. Suitable for all welding positions, resistant to corrosion and extreme temperatures. Ideal for industrial and manufacturing applications.
AWS A5.4 E308-16
The NC-38 (E308-16) welding electrode is a reliable choice for precision welding in a variety of temperature conditions. With calcium-titania flux, this electrode offers strong, crack-resistant welds, as well as heat and corrosion resistance.
Compatible with AC and DC-EP, suitable for use in all welding positions. Improve the quality of your projects with the outstanding performance of the NC-38!
| Parameters | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Welding Electrode NC-38 |
| Brand | KOBELCO |
| Main Application | Welding electrodes for stainless steel |
| Welding Electrode Size | 2.6 mm, 3.2 mm, 4.0 mm |
| Welding Process | SMAW |
| Weight Per Packaging | 20 Kg |
| Polarity | AC, DCEP |
| AWS Standard | AWS A5.4 E308-16 |
Recommended Production Size and Welding Current
| Electrode Diameter (mm) | 2.6 | 3.2 | 4.0 | |
| Electrode Length (mm) | 300 | 350 | 350 | |
Current Range (Amp) | Flat position | 75 ~ 95A | 85 ~ 120A | 110 ~ 160A |
| Vertical & overhead | 75 ~ 95A | 85 ~ 120A | 90 ~ 140A | |
Mechanical properties of all metals being welded
| Parameters | Example | Guaranty |
| 0.2% OS (MPa) | 410 | – |
| Tensile Strength MPa (ksi) | 600 | ≥ 550 |
| Elongation (%) | 46 | ≥ 35 |
| IV (J) | 0°C: 74 | – |
Chemical composition of all welded metals (mass %)
| Product | C | Si | Mn | P | S | Ni | Cr | Mo | |
NC-38 | Example | 0.06 | 0.37 | 1.5 | 0.03 | <0.01 | 9.4 | 20.0 | 0.16 |
| Guaranty | ≤ 0.08 | ≤ 0.90 | 0.5 ~ 2.5 | ≤ 0.04 | ≤ 0.03 | 9.0 ~ 11.0 | 18.0 ~ 21.0 | ~ | |
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