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Welcome to Khaled Stainless, your trusted partner in Cairo, Egypt, for premium stainless steel welding solutions. We take pride in being a leading manufacturer and supplier, offering the highest quality AWS Class E385-16 electrodes. Our commitment lies in providing the local market with reliable, durable consumables that empower industries to build with confidence and integrity, right here from the heart of Egypt’s industrial landscape.
These electrodes are specifically formulated to create welds with a chemistry rich in chromium, nickel, and molybdenum, which gives the final deposit its excellent corrosion resistance. The resulting weld metal boasts impressive mechanical strength, maintaining good ductility and toughness even in challenging service conditions. This balanced combination ensures the integrity of the weld under stress, making it a dependable choice for critical fabrications.
| Classification | AWS A5.4, E385-16 |
| Form | Welding Electrode, Welding Rods |
| Type Of Current | AC-DCEP (Direct Current Electrode Positive) |
| Welding Position | F, V, OH, H |
| Size | 2.0 mm, 2.50 mm, 3.15 mm, 4.00 mm, 5.0 mm |
| AC/DC+ | AC or DC (+) |
| JIS Specification | BS 2926 19.9 A R |
| Other Specification | DIN 8556 E19 9 R 23 A |
| AWS E385-16 Coated Electrodes Application & uses |
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| Grade | C | Cr | Cu | Fe | Mn | Mo | Ni | N | P | Si | S |
| SS E385-16 | 0.015 max | 20.5 max | 1.70 max | Bal | 2.10 max | 4.60 max | 25.2 max | 0.04-0.08 | 0.018 max | 0.45 max | 0.009 max |
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These electrodes offer excellent corrosion resistance, particularly for welding high-strength stainless steel structures. They come in various sizes, including 3.2 mm (1/8 in) and 4.0 mm (5/32 in) diameters, providing strong welds with smooth, light coatings.
Featuring superior corrosion resistance, these electrodes are ideal for heavy-duty welding tasks. They are available in 3.2 mm (1/8 in) and 4.0 mm (5/32 in) diameters, designed for high-strength applications with thicker coatings for enhanced performance.
These electrodes are used in shielded arc welding processes for stainless steel, providing robust corrosion resistance. They are offered in sizes like 3.2 mm (1/8 in) and 4.0 mm (5/32 in) diameters, ensuring strong, reliable welds with excellent shielding properties.
We ensure full transparency of our AWS Class E385-16 Electrodes with high-quality assurance. All orders are accompanied by essential documents, including a commercial invoice, packing list, fumigation certificate, heat treatment chart, and a NABL-approved lab test report. We provide Material Test Certificates per EN 10204/3.1b, PMI Test Certificates, 100% radiography test reports, and Third-Party Inspection Certificates. Our comprehensive documentation is arranged to ensure maximum client satisfaction.
The E385-16 electrodes are perfectly suited for welding similar stainless steels like 316L, or for joining them to carbon steels, which is a common requirement in many plants. You’ll find them indispensable in the construction of chemical processing equipment, pharmaceutical machinery, and food and beverage production lines where purity is paramount. They are also a go-to choice for pipes, tanks, and structural components that must withstand mildly corrosive environments, offering a versatile solution for maintenance and repair teams across various sectors.







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