Stainless Steel
STAINLESS STEELS - MGS 209
Universal Stainless Steel Electrode for Welding & Cladding
Engineered for Austenitic/Ferritic Stainless Steels
Key Features:
Designed for welding and cladding stainless sheets and castings
Universal electrode for joining and surfacing duplex (austenitic/ferritic) stainless steels
Nitrogen-bearing weld metal offers superior resistance to chloride-containing environments
Ideal for applications exposed to pitting, crevice, and stress corrosion
High strength combined with excellent corrosion resistance
Ensures long-term performance in marine, offshore, and chemical processing industries
STAINLESS STEELS - MGS 308
General Purpose Stainless Steel Electrode
For Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Architectural Applications
Applications:
Ideal for welding stainless steel components in:
Brewery equipment
Food processing systems
Pharmaceutical machinery
Architectural fabrications
Specifically designed for welding stainless steels such as:
304L, 301, 302, 303, 308, and 321
Key Features:
Controlled silicon content for optimal corrosion and cracking resistance
Manufactured with low hydrogen technology to minimize:
Weld metal porosity
Risk of hydrogen-induced cracking
High-purity core wire ensures very low carbon content, reducing risk of intergranular corrosion
Smooth, stable arc and easy slag removal — suitable for both novice and professional welders
STAINLESS STEELS - MGS 309
High-Strength Stainless Steel Electrode
For Joining Stainless to Carbon & Alloy Steels
Key Features:
Extra strong and tough weld metal
Ideal for joining stainless steels to carbon steels and other hard-to-weld materials
Highly recommended for dissimilar metal welding
Excellent for maintenance, fabrication, and repair work
Moisture-resistant coating ensures:
Porosity-free welds
Reliable performance in challenging environments
Self-releasing slag
Promotes clean, smooth weld finishes with minimal post-weld cleanup
STAINLESS STEELS - MGS 308lmo
High-Ductility Stainless Steel Electrode
For Dissimilar Steel and Hard-to-Weld Material Joining
Key Features:
Engineered for maximum ductility
Ideal for applications requiring high impact strength and toughness, even under stress
Excellent for joining dissimilar steels, including:
Carbon steels to stainless steels
Low-alloy and high-strength steels to stainless
Hard-to-weld steels in structural or repair applications
Extra strong and tough weld metal
Provides durable, crack-resistant joints under dynamic or high-temperature conditions
Moisture-resistant coating ensures:
Sound, porosity-free welds
Consistent arc stability in varying environmental conditions
Self-removing slag
Reduces post-weld cleanup time and improves weld appearance
STAINLESS STEELS - MGS 310
High-Temperature Stainless Steel Electrode
For Unknown Grades & Dissimilar Metal Joining
Key Features:
Ideal for joining unknown grades of stainless steel
Especially effective in high-temperature environments
Smooth-running electrode
Designed for joining Type 310 stainless steel
Excellent for dissimilar combinations of steels, including carbon to stainless
High alloy content
Provides superior scale resistance at elevated temperatures
Suitable for use in furnace parts, heat exchangers, and other thermal cycling applications
Low-spatter formulation
Minimizes post-weld cleanup, improving efficiency and weld appearance
Weld metal is non-magnetic
Ideal for applications requiring non-magnetic properties in service
STAINLESS STEELS - MGS 313
High-Strength Electrode for Dissimilar Steels & Tool Repair
Exceptional Crack Resistance | Fast-Freeze Vertical Electrode
Key Applications:
Ideal for repairing tools, dies, spring steels, and worn parts
Recommended for joining dissimilar metals, excluding aluminum and copper alloys
Excellent as an underlay for hardfacing
Key Features:
Exceptional strength and crack resistance
Withstands impact and thermal cycling in demanding applications
Special vertical-position electrode
Designed for easy vertical-up and vertical-down welding
Unique fast-freeze coating
Simplifies welding in all positions, especially on poor fit-up joints
Enables easy filling of holes and gaps during repair or fabrication
Controlled weld puddle
Enhances operator control and reduces the risk of defects when welding dissimilar steels
STAINLESS STEELS - MGS 316
High-Performance 316 Stainless Steel Electrode
For Welding & Cladding of Stabilized, Unstabilized, and Carbon Steels
Key Features:
Designed for welding and cladding:
Stabilized and unstabilized stainless steels
Stainless steels to carbon steels
Fully synthetic 316 stainless formulation
Delivers exceptional corrosion resistance and long-term durability
Ideal for harsh chemical and marine environments
True non-overheating performance
Maintains arc stability and alloy integrity even during prolonged use
Self-releasing slag
Produces clean, eye-appealing welds
Minimizes post-weld cleanup
STAINLESS STEELS - MGS 316L
316L-16 Molybdenum-Bearing Stainless Steel Electrode
Superior Corrosion and Acid Resistance
Description:
A maintenance-grade, smooth-running electrode designed for welding molybdenum-bearing stainless steels containing 1.5% to 3.0% Mo. Engineered for excellent resistance to pitting, general corrosion, and aggressive acidic environments.
Key Features:
Ideal for welding 316/316L stainless steels, including:
Titanium- and niobium-stabilized versions
Applications requiring extra low carbon content to minimize carbide precipitation
Outstanding resistance to:
Pitting corrosion
Many industrial acids (e.g., sulfuric, phosphoric)
Chloride-containing environments
Excellent all-position performance
Stable arc and smooth bead appearance across vertical, overhead, and flat welds
Low spatter and easy slag removal
Reduces cleanup time and improves weld quality
STAINLESS STEELS - MGS 316S
Vertical Position Electrode for Molybdenum-Bearing Stainless Steels
Optimized for Thin to Medium Gauge Materials
Key Features:
Specially designed for vertical-up and vertical-down welding
Ideal for thin to medium gauge molybdenum-bearing stainless steels
Unique fast-freeze coating
Simplifies vertical welding by providing excellent arc control and puddle stability
Perfect for poor fit-up joints in all positions
Provides excellent fusion and gap-bridging capability
Controlled weld puddle
Allows for precise filling of holes and gaps, especially in stainless steel applications
Smooth arc performance and easy slag removal
Results in clean, consistent welds with minimal post-weld cleanup
STAINLESS STEELS - MGS 317
Specialized Electrode for Corrosion-Resistant Welding
Optimized for Sulfuric Acid and Chloride-Containing Media
Description:
Designed for welding materials with similar chemical compositions used in the fabrication of equipment and vessels that handle sulfuric acid and chloride-containing environments. This filler metal is also suitable for applications requiring enhanced corrosion resistance in specific aggressive media.
Key Features:
Controlled low levels of carbon, silicon, and phosphorus
Minimizes risks of fissuring and hot cracking during welding
Optimized chemical composition
Ensures durable and corrosion-resistant weld joints
Ideal for fabrication of chemical processing equipment, storage tanks, and piping exposed to harsh acidic environments
STAINLESS STEELS - MGS 320
Niobium-Stabilized Austenitic Electrode for Alloy 20
Super Corrosion-Resistant with High Strength
Description:
This electrode produces a fully austenitic, niobium-stabilized weld metal enriched with molybdenum and copper, delivering exceptional resistance to corrosion in sulfuric acid, various mineral acids, organic acids, and their mixtures.
Key Features:
Specifically formulated for welding “Alloy 20” stainless steel
Controlled chemistry ensures high resistance to attack by mineral and organic acids
Combines high mechanical strength with superior corrosion resistance
Exhibits excellent overall welding characteristics
Smooth arc, easy slag removal, and good bead appearance
STAINLESS STEELS - MGS 333
Ultimate Crack-Resistant Electrode for All Steel Types
Engineered Chemistry for Superior Performance
Key Features:
Designed for welding all types of steels with exceptional crack resistance
Eliminates the risk of cracking or breakage even under demanding conditions
Specially engineered deposit chemistry
Perfectly balanced metallic stock ratio delivers crack resistance far superior to other brands
Unique flux formulation
Eliminates slag interference in horizontal fillet welds
Slag transforms into powder, facilitating easy removal and cleaner welds
Exceeds special chemical specifications for extreme crack resistance
Microstructure:
Duplex austenite/delta ferrite structure with Schaeffler ferrite value below 35%, ensuring toughness and strength
STAINLESS STEELS - MGS 600
Versatile Electrode for Tool Repair and Dissimilar Metal Joining
Ideal Applications:
Repairing tools, dies, spring steel, and worn parts
Joining dissimilar metals (except aluminum and copper alloys)
Serving as an underlay for hardfacing applications
Key Features:
Engineered deposit chemistry
Perfect metallic ratio provides crack resistance superior to other brands
Special flux formulation
Eliminates slag interference in horizontal fillet welds for cleaner, smoother welds
Availability:
All colors are generally kept in stock unmarked for convenience
STAINLESS STEELS - MGS 606
High-Ductility Stainless Steel Electrod
For Joining Dissimilar Steels and Stainless Steels
Key Features:
Provides maximum ductility for joints where flexibility and toughness are critical
Extra strong and tough weld metal ideal for joining steels to stainless steels
Highly recommended for hard-to-weld steels and challenging repair work
Moisture-resistant coating ensures sound, porosity-free deposits
Self-removing slag for easy cleanup and smooth weld appearance
STAINLESS STEELS - MGS 666
MGS 666 Electrode – Superior Crack-Resistant Repair Solution
Key Features:
Engineered deposit chemistry with a perfect metallic stock ratio delivers crack resistance far superior to other brands
Designed for maintenance and repair applications where lasting, reliable welds are critical—even under adverse conditions
Enables repairs to be completed quickly and efficiently without the need for:
Dismantling
Preheating
Extensive cleaning
Minimizes downtime and reduces maintenance costs by eliminating pre-weld operations
Microstructure:
Duplex austenite/delta ferrite with a Schaeffler ferrite value below 38%, providing toughness and resistance to cracking