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Fatma Welding Supplies is a leading manufacturer and supplier based in Muscat, OMAN, specializing in high-quality welding materials. We are renowned for providing AWS Class ER308/308L SAW wires and flux, designed to deliver superior performance in stainless steel welding applications. Committed to precision and reliability, Fatma Welding Supplies serves a wide range of industries, including construction, shipbuilding, and manufacturing. Our products are engineered for optimal weld quality, consistent deposition, and excellent corrosion resistance. Backed by a dedicated team and modern production facilities, we ensure timely delivery and exceptional customer support, making us a trusted partner for welding solutions across OMAN.
| Classification | AWS A5.9, ER308/308H |
| Form | Welding Fluxes and Wires |
| Type Of Welding | Submerged Arc Welding |
| Thickness available | Upto 4 mm |
| AWS ER308/308H SAW & Flux Application & uses |
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AWS Class ER308/308L SAW wires and flux are specifically designed for welding 18-8 austenitic stainless steels. The ER308 wire typically contains 19–21% chromium and 9–12% nickel, while ER308L has lower carbon content (<0.03%) to minimize carbide precipitation and improve corrosion resistance. Mechanical properties include a tensile strength of 580–720 MPa and elongation of 30–40%, ensuring strong, ductile welds. The matching flux promotes stable arc, smooth bead appearance, and low slag inclusion. Together, they provide excellent weld quality, corrosion resistance, and suitability for critical stainless steel applications.
| C | Mn | Si | Cr | Ni | S | P | Mo | Cu |
| 0.04-0.08 | 1.0-2.5 | 0.30-0.65 | 19.5-22.0 | 9.0-11.0 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.50 | 0.75 |
| Tensile Strength | 86,500 psi |
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| Yield Strength | 57,500 psi |
| Elongation (%) | 39% |
| Diameter | Amperage | Volts | Shielding Gas | |
| GTAW | 1/16” | 80-110 | 100% Ar | |
| 3/32” | 90-130 | |||
| 1/8” | 120-175 | |||
| 5/32” | 150-220 | |||
| GMAW Spray Transfer | .030” | 130-200 | 23-27 | 98% Ar/ 2% O2 (35 cfh) |
| .035” | 150-225 | 23-26 | ||
| .045” | 200-325 | 24-28 | ||
| 1/16” | 300-350 | 24-27 | ||
| GMAW Short-Circuit | .030” | 50-150 | 14-20 | 90% He/ 7½% Ar/ 2½% CO2 (25 cfh) |
| .035” | 60-200 | 14-22 | ||
| .045” | 75-225 | 15-23 | ||
| 1/16” | 100-250 | 16-23 | ||
| SAW | 3/32” | 275-350 | 28-30 | Suitable Flux |
| 1/8” | 350-450 | 29-32 |
At Fatma Welding Supplies, we take pride in being one of OMAN’s trusted suppliers of high-quality welding consumables. Our expertise lies in AWS Class ER308/308L SAW & Flux, engineered for precision, durability, and resistance to corrosion. With a strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, we provide welding solutions that support industries across construction, energy, shipbuilding, and manufacturing.
AWS Class ER308/308L SAW wires and flux are primarily used for welding austenitic stainless steels, especially grades 304 and 304L. Their excellent corrosion resistance and mechanical strength make them ideal for applications in chemical, petrochemical, and food processing industries. They are widely employed in constructing pressure vessels, storage tanks, pipelines, and shipbuilding components. ER308L, with its low carbon content, is particularly suitable for welding thin sections and minimizing carbide precipitation. Combined with matching flux, these welding materials ensure smooth bead formation, minimal porosity, and high-quality, durable welds, meeting the demands of critical and industrial stainless steel fabrication projects.
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