Overview
The Lincoln Electric ED019293 Blue Max 308LSi is a high-performance stainless steel MIG welding wire engineered for critical applications requiring superior corrosion and crack resistance. This .045″ diameter wire comes in a 25 lb spool and meets AWS ER308LSi/ER308Si specifications. The higher silicon content formula provides improved puddle fluidity and toe wetting, enabling efficient welding at high wire feed speeds while maintaining excellent arc stability and consistent bead quality.
Key Features
- Higher silicon level compared to standard 308L for increased puddle fluidity and toe wetting
- Proprietary surface lubricant ensures steady wire feeding and exceptional arc stability at high speeds
- Q2 Lot® certification with Material Test Report showing actual deposit chemistry and ferrite number
- Designed for CrNi austenitic stainless steels including 304, 304L, and similar grades
- Superior corrosion and crack resistance for long-term durability in demanding environments
- AWS compliance: ER308LSi/ER308Si wire type
Technical Specifications
- Wire Diameter: 0.045″ (1.2 mm)
- Spool Weight: 25 lb
- Wire Type: Stainless Steel (ER308LSi)
- AWS Classification: ER308LSi / ER308Si
- Shielding Gas: Mixed shielding gas (typical MIG application)
- Welding Position: All positions
- Typical Tensile Strength: 635 ksi
- Typical Yield Strength: 455 ksi
- Spool Type: Steel spool
- Manufacturer: The Lincoln Electric Company
Typical Applications
The Lincoln Electric ED019293 Blue Max 308LSi is ideal for:
- Joining and repair of 304 and 304L stainless steel equipment and components
- Welding ASTM A743/A744 Types CF-8 and CF-3 stainless steel castings
- Food and beverage processing equipment requiring corrosion resistance
- Chemical and pharmaceutical equipment fabrication
- General stainless steel fabrication requiring high travel speeds and superior finish
- Production welding where consistent quality and high deposition rates are required
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- All standard MIG/GMAW welding systems with .045″ wire capability
- Wire feeders rated for stainless steel wire
- MIG guns and contact tips sized for .045″ diameter wire
- Shielded gas supplies (Ar/CO2 mixtures recommended)
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Lincoln Electric ED019293 (primary SKU)
- Other 308LSi .045″ diameter wires meeting AWS ER308LSi specification
Works With
- Standard MIG/GMAW welding processes
- Argon/CO2 mixed shielding gas systems
- Industrial and shop welding equipment
- All welding positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead)
- Manual and semi-automatic welding applications
