DIPTIINOX® ER16-8-2 TIG Rod (AWS A5.9): Leading Manufacturer & Exporter for High Creep Strength Stainless Steel Welding
Dipti Metal Industries is a Leading ER16-8-2 TIG Rod Manufacturer and High-Creep Strength Stainless Steel Welding Wire Exporter in Mumbai, India, specializing in high-performance AWS A5.9 ER16-8-2 GTAW filler metal under the DIPTIINOX® brand. This solid wire is engineered for elevated temperature service, providing superior resistance to creep and stress rupture. It is the ideal consumable for welding base metals like the special 16-8-2 stainless steel, AISI 316, and AISI 347 in critical applications such as steam piping and pressure vessels. As a trusted Stainless Steel TIG Rod ER16-8-2 Supplier, we guarantee full conformance to AWS A5.9 for power generation, chemical, and nuclear industries globally.
DIPTIINOX® ER16-8-2: Superior High-Temperature Welding for Critical Stainless Steel
The AWS A5.9 ER16-8-2 TIG Rod is a chromium-nickel-molybdenum austenitic stainless steel welding filler metal, highly valued for its exceptional performance in high-temperature applications. The unique chemistry of approximately **16% Chromium, 8% Nickel, and 2% Molybdenum** is tightly controlled to yield an all-weld metal deposit with outstanding creep strength and resistance to stress rupture at service temperatures exceeding 538°C (1000°F). It is primarily used to weld the 16-8-2 grade of stainless steel but also serves as an excellent option for joining austenitic stainless steels such as AISI 316 and AISI 347 when high-temperature properties are paramount. Dipti Metal Industries manufactures every ER16-8-2 rod to deliver a clean, stable arc and a radiographic quality weld deposit, essential for critical components in the nuclear and power generation sectors.
Key Features, Benefits, and Conformances of ER16-8-2 TIG Rods
Key Features & Service Performance (As per Datasheet)
Service Temperature: Engineered for sustained performance at elevated temperatures (above 538°C / 1000°F).
Creep Resistance: Provides superior creep and stress rupture strength compared to standard 300 series alloys.
Base Metal Match: Ideal for welding 16-8-2 Stainless Steel, as well as AISI 316 and 347 in high-temperature service.
Weld Quality: Ensures a radiographic quality weld deposit with minimal hot cracking risk.
Versatility: Suitable for joining various high-temperature austenitic stainless steels.
International Conformances and Quality
AWS/ASME Specification
AWS/ASME SFA 5.9
Classification
ER16-8-2
UNS Number (Filler)
UNS S16802
Certification
EN 10204 3.1 Material Test Certificate (MTC)
Form: Solid Wire for TIG (GTAW) and MIG (GMAW).
Finish: Supplied in bright, clean finish for consistent arc stability and high weld purity.
AWS A5.9 ER16-8-2 - Chemical Composition and Mechanical Properties
Typical Chemical Composition of Solid Wire (%)
C
Mn
Si
P
S
Cr
Ni
Mo
Cu
Fe
0.04
1.50
0.45
0.015
0.015
15.5
8.5
1.75
0.10
Rem
Note: The composition aligns with the strict requirements of AWS A5.9 for ER16-8-2, ensuring optimum high-temperature service performance.
Typical Mechanical Properties of All Weld Metal (As Welded)
UTS (MPa)
UTS (ksi)
Elongation (L=4d) %
590
85.6
38.0
Welding Parameters, Diameter Range, and Packaging Options
Our ER16-8-2 TIG Rod is manufactured to precise tolerances, ensuring a consistent feed and a high-quality, defect-free weld every time. It is supplied in standard cut lengths for GTAW and spools for GMAW (MIG).
Recommended Welding Parameters (GTAW)
Shielding Gas
100% Argon or Argon/Helium Mix
Current Condition
DCEN (Direct Current Electrode Negative)
Welding Positions
H (Horizontal), F (Flat), VU (Vertical Up), OH (Overhead)
Note: Proper heat input control is critical to maintain desirable mechanical properties in high-temperature alloys like ER16-8-2.
Standard Diameters & Packaging (GTAW - TIG Rods)
Diameter (mm)
Diameter (in)
Length (mm)
Packaging (kgs)
1.6 mm
1/16
1000 mm
5 kgs (Plastic Container)
2.0 mm
5/64
1000 mm
5 kgs (Plastic Container)
2.4 mm
3/32
1000 mm
5 kgs (Plastic Container)
3.2 mm
1/8
1000 mm
5 kgs (Plastic Container)
Each 5 kgs quantity is packed in an air-tight polythene bag and then secured in a durable plastic container for export. AWS code is punched on each wire for clear identification.
Primary Applications for DIPTIINOX® ER16-8-2 TIG Rod
The specialized high-temperature and high-creep strength of the ER16-8-2 weld metal makes it indispensable for critical, high-stress components in energy and process industries:
Power Generation: Welding of superheater tubes, steam lines, and boiler components where high-temperature integrity is vital.
Nuclear Facilities: Fabrication of pressure vessel components and systems in nuclear power plants.
Chemical & Petrochemical: Joining high-temperature piping and equipment in processing plants.
Base Metals: Welding 16-8-2 stainless steel, AISI 316, and AISI 347, especially for service above 538°C.
Dissimilar Joints: Used for welding various austenitic stainless steels when high-temperature property matching is a requirement.
ER16-8-2 TIG Rods Global Export Markets: We are the Biggest Manufacturer Supplying from Mumbai, India
Dipti Metal Industries is a proud ER16-8-2 TIG Rod Exporter, ER16-8-2 TIG Rod Trader, and ER16-8-2 TIG Rod Distributors from our base in TIG rod manufacturer Mumbai, India. We serve as an ER16-8-2 manufacturer in Asia and a reliable ER16-8-2 manufacturer in Europe, ensuring timely and compliant delivery to major industrial hubs across over 190 countries globally.
Explore Our Extensive Global Reach (Illustrative Markets)
USA: Houston, Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, New Orleans
Canada: Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal
Mexico: Mexico City, Monterrey, Guadalajara, Veracruz
Panama: Panama City, Colón
Trinidad and Tobago: Port of Spain, San Fernando
Costa Rica: San José, Puerto Limón
Guatemala: Guatemala City, Puerto Quetzal
Honduras: Tegucigalpa, San Pedro Sula
Nicaragua: Managua, Corinto
El Salvador: San Salvador, Acajutla
Jamaica: Kingston, Montego Bay
Dominican Republic: Santo Domingo, Santiago
Cuba: Havana, Santiago de Cuba
Bahamas: Nassau, Freeport
Barbados: Bridgetown
Haiti: Port-au-Prince
Puerto Rico: San Juan
Belize: Belize City
Brazil: São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Curitiba
Democratic Republic of Congo: Kinshasa, Lubumbashi
Cote d'Ivoire: Abidjan
Senegal: Dakar
Mali: Bamako
Malawi: Lilongwe, Blantyre
Mauritius: Port Louis
Reunion: Saint-Denis
Explore Our Full Range of Stainless Steel TIG Filler Metals (AWS A5.9)
Dipti Metal Industries is your global single source for high-performance Stainless Steel TIG (GTAW) filler metals, covering all Austenitic, Duplex, and Specialty grades. Quickly navigate our core alloy pages below:
Austenitic Stainless Steel TIG Rods (300 Series & High Temp)
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Price guidance (non-binding): USD 8.00–80.00 per kg depending on grade, diameter, packaging (Spool/Tube), quantity, and delivery terms. Final prices are quotation-based.
ER16-8-2 TIG Rod — Frequently Asked Questions
ER16-8-2 is specifically designed for welding stainless steel base metals, particularly those intended for high-temperature service and critical applications requiring superior creep strength, like AISI 316, 347, or the 16-8-2 stainless steel itself.
The ER16-8-2 weld deposit offers significantly improved rupture strength and ductility at elevated temperatures compared to standard ER316, making it preferred for components like steam pipes, boiler tubes, and nuclear applications where high creep resistance is essential.
Yes, its balanced composition and high strength make it suitable for certain demanding dissimilar metal joints where one or both materials are austenitic stainless steels intended for elevated temperature service.
ER16-8-2 is commonly used when welding the base metal UNS S16802, but its composition also allows it to be used on other high-temperature austenitic stainless steels like AISI 316 and AISI 347 for enhanced creep performance.
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Company
DIPTI METAL INDUSTRIES
Address
No.9, Shreepati Castle, D-1, 10–11th Khetwadi Back Road, Mumbai – 400004, Maharashtra, India
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