308L Stainless Filler Metals
308L welding wire is specifically designed for joining stainless steel, offering excellent corrosion resistance and superior strength in welded joints. This low-carbon wire is ideal for welding 304 and 304L stainless steels and can also be used on various other 300-series stainless materials. Its low carbon content minimizes carbide precipitation, reducing the risk of intergranular corrosion in high-temperature applications.
308L welding wire provides a smooth, stable arc, minimal spatter, and clean finishes, making it a popular choice for industries requiring high-quality stainless steel welds, such as food processing, chemical, and medical equipment manufacturing.
Choose high quality stainless welding wires from Lincoln Electric, Blue Demon, Weldcote and Harris.
Check out Red Max 308LSI Lincoln Electric wire here.
308 Welding Rods: Superior Stainless Steel Welds with Corrosion Resistance
When it comes to welding stainless steel, 308 welding rods are the gold standard for quality, durability, and corrosion resistance. At Badass Welding Products, we stock a professional-grade selection of 308L welding rods and wires designed to meet the rigorous demands of food processing, medical fabrication, chemical plants, and more. Whether you're working on 304 or 304L stainless steel—or any other 300-series material—our 308 stainless steel welding rods deliver the clean, stable arc and strong weld integrity you can count on.
These low-carbon 308/308L welding rods are engineered to minimize carbide precipitation, reducing the risk of intergranular corrosion in high-temperature service. With smooth arc characteristics, excellent puddle control, and minimal spatter, they’re perfect for both TIG and Stick applications requiring aesthetic, code-compliant stainless welds.
Engineered for Performance: 308L-16 & E308L Welding Rods
Our inventory includes top-tier options like the 308L-16 welding rod and E308L welding rod, which are specifically designed for SMAW (Stick) welding of stainless steels. These electrodes are known for their:
- Stable, easy-to-control arc with soft arc transfer
- Low spatter and easy slag removal
- High ductility and crack resistance
- Compatibility with AC and DC currents
With consistent deposition rates and exceptional finish quality, 308 stick welding rods offer dependable results in every weld position—flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead. Need precise output? We provide complete 308 welding rod specifications and amperage guidelines—for example, a 3/32 308L welding rod typically runs at 60–90 amps depending on polarity and thickness.
Trusted Brands. Certified Results.
We only stock 308 welding rods and wires from the industry’s most respected names—Lincoln Electric, Blue Demon, Weldcote, and Harris—ensuring every filler meets AWS and ASME standards. Our selection includes:
- ER308L welding wire for TIG and MIG applications
- 308LSi welding wire for enhanced puddle wetting and high-speed welding
- Red Max 308LSi from Lincoln Electric for premium stainless steel welding performance
From shop-based TIG work to structural stainless stick welds in the field, our 308L welding wire and E308 welding rods are made to handle it all with consistency and confidence.
Applications and Use Cases for 308 Welding Rods
308 welding rod uses span a wide range of industries and job types, including:
- Welding 304/304L stainless steel structures and piping
- Sanitary welds in food and beverage processing
- Fabrication of medical and pharmaceutical equipment
- Chemical plant and refinery components
- General repair of stainless steel parts and assemblies
Thanks to their low carbon content and high crack resistance, 308/308L-16 welding rods are ideal for critical welds that require high integrity and corrosion resistance—even after exposure to heat and harsh environments.
Shop 308 Welding Rods at Badass Welding Products
If you’re welding stainless, don’t settle for filler metal that cuts corners. Our 308 welding rods and wires are crafted for precision, strength, and long-term performance. Whether you’re running ER308L wire through a TIG torch or burning a 308L-16 stick rod on structural steel, you’ll get flawless results and peace of mind knowing your welds will last.
Explore our full selection today and gear up with the 308 stainless steel welding rods trusted by professionals across industries. When it comes to stainless steel, we keep it strong. We keep it clean. We keep it badass.