Harris 309-16 Stainless in 1/8 in x 14 in, packaged as a 10 lb tube for the applications described on the Harris 309-16 Stainless family page. Same AWS A5.4/A5.4M E309-16 classification as every other size in this product line, packaged in this format for shop and field crews running this diameter.
| Manufacturer SKU | 3091660 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 1/8 in |
| Length | 14 in |
| Package | 10 lb tube |
| Net weight | 10 lb |
| Approx. rods per package | ~50 rods |
| Recommended amperage (this diameter) | 70-120 A |
| AWS classification | AWS A5.4/A5.4M E309-16 |
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- Same AWS A5.4/A5.4M E309-16 classification as every other size in the Harris 309-16 Stainless line
- 30-day returns on unopened cartons
E309-16 is an AWS A5.4 austenitic stainless SMAW electrode with 80 ksi minimum tensile and 23 Cr / 13 Ni chemistry. Same dissimilar-metal and stainless-overlay applications as E309L but with the standard carbon specification (0.15% max) - used where carbon control is not critical. Rutile coating (-16) runs smoothly on AC or DC+ in all positions.
Is this the same electrode as the parent Harris 309-16 Stainless grade, just in a different package?
Yes. SKU 3091660 is the same AWS A5.4/A5.4M E309-16 classification as every other size in the Harris 309-16 Stainless family. The only difference is diameter (1/8 in) and package format (10 lb tube). Polarity, position, and tensile properties are identical to the parent grade.
How many rods are in this 10 lb tube?
Approximately ~50 rods. Exact count varies with manufacturing tolerance but a 10 lb tube of 1/8 in Harris 309-16 Stainless typically contains in this range.
What is the shelf life if I do not use them all?
Sealed containers store indefinitely in a dry environment. Stainless SMAW electrodes are sensitive to moisture pickup; keep opened rods in a dry rod oven at 200-300 F and rebake per manufacturer instructions if exposed to humid conditions for extended periods.
What diameter should I use for common applications?
1/8 in is well-suited for general all-position stainless fabrication and pipe. Heavier base metal and higher deposition typically calls for one diameter up; thinner sheet and root passes go one diameter down. See the parent grade page for full diameter-to-amperage guidance.
Can I mix this size with other diameters on the same job?
Yes, provided your procedure qualification (WPS) covers the diameter range. Many shops use one diameter for root, one for fill, and one for cap. All sizes within Harris 309-16 Stainless share identical mechanical properties (AWS A5.4/A5.4M E309-16) so weld metal chemistry is consistent across passes.
Do I need to rebake these after the can is opened?
Recommended for code-quality stainless work. Keep opened rods in a heated rod oven at 200-300 F. If rods have been exposed to humid conditions for extended periods, rebake at the temperature specified on the manufacturer data sheet (typically 500-700 F).
Does this size require a special holder or stinger?
Use an electrode holder rated for the amperage range above (70-120 A). Most general-purpose stinger holders (e.g. 300-500 A class) handle 1/8 in Harris 309-16 Stainless without issue. For sustained high-amperage runs on larger diameters, a 500 A or higher holder is recommended.
Is this Buy America compliant?
This specific SKU is not the Buy America variant. Harris 309-16 Stainless may be available in a Buy America compliant version - see the parent grade page for all available compliance variants.