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West Arco Inox 309L

West Arco Inox 309L is a covered electrode (SMAW process) by West Arco, classification AWS A5.4 E309L-16, for stainless steel. Sold in 4 package options by diameter and box size, priced from $ 179.832 COP before VAT.

Price from
$ 179.832
Brand
West Arco
Standard
AWS A5.4 E309L-16
Packages
4
West Arco Inox 309L
In stock AWS A5.4 E309L-16 SMAW West Arco Stainless steel
Price from
$ 179.832 COP
+ 19% VAT · per package

01Packages, prices and availability

SKUPackageDiameterPriceStatusQty
WA-E309L-16-2K Empaque 2 kg 2.5 mm $ 179.832 In stock
WA-E309L-16-32D-2K Empaque 2 kg 3.2 mm $ 179.832 In stock
WA-E309L-16-32D-10K Caja 10 kg 3.2 mm $ 899.160 In stock
WA-E309L-16-10K Caja 10 kg 2.5 mm $ 899.160 In stock

Prices per package, before VAT. Availability is confirmed in the formal quote.

02Specifications

StandardAWS A5.4 E309L-16
ProcessSMAW
ModelE309L-16
BrandWest Arco
Base materialacero inoxidable
TypeStainless steel

03Technical description

West Arco Inox 309L is a covered/stick electrode available from SoldaForce for joining stainless steel to carbon steel or low-alloy steel in maintenance, fabrication and industrial repairs. This page is intended for industrial purchasing: it helps identify the correct consumable by classification, filler metal family and real application, without confusing it with related catalogue references. The filler metal family is stainless steel and the key difference is its use on dissimilar metals, unlike West Arco Inox 308L for compatible 304/304L stainless steels. Its normative reference is AWS A5.4 E309L-16, used as the consumable classification; the final application must remain tied to the WPS, base metal and required inspection. For an accurate quote, provide required diameter, kilograms or package, quantity, base metal, welding position, joint type, delivery city and whether the work has a qualified procedure. We do not publish amperage, hardness or strength as a single context-free value because they depend on the manufacturer's data sheet, diameter, polarity, storage, preparation, welder technique and actual service conditions.

Technical dataSelection value
ClassificationAWS A5.4 E309L-16
Material familystainless steel
Sales unitkilogram or package depending on product
Purchase-defining dataDiameter, package, WPS, base metal, position, polarity and storage condition

The values in this table are nominal reference data. Before using them in engineering decisions, review the technical notice at the end of this page and your project's welding procedure specification (WPS).

Use recommendations

  • Clean both sides of the joint well, control dilution and validate that the WPS permits E309L-16.
  • Confirm that the classification, brand, diameter and package match the purchase order or welding procedure.
  • Keep electrodes dry and protected; for low-hydrogen products, follow the storage and rebaking defined by the data sheet or WPS.
  • Clean base metal, bevel, rust, grease and slag between passes to reduce porosity and inclusions.
  • Do not substitute one classification for another only because of availability; validate equivalence with engineering or welding inspection.

We dispatch to Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Barranquilla and all of Colombia. Request a quote via WhatsApp for this West Arco Inox 309L, indicating diameter, kilograms or package, application, required brand if applicable and delivery city to confirm availability and price.

04Frequently asked questions

What is the price of West Arco Inox 309L price?

The price depends on diameter, package, brand when applicable, quantity and availability. SoldaForce quotes with those details to avoid supplying the wrong consumable.

How is it different from West Arco Inox 308L?

Inox 309L is selected for stainless-to-carbon transition; Inox 308L is used when the base metal is compatible 304/304L.

How is it installed or used correctly?

Clean both sides of the joint well, control dilution and validate that the WPS permits E309L-16.

What information should I send for a quote?

Send the AWS, ASME or DIN classification, diameter, kilograms or package, required brand when applicable, base metal, welding position, city and whether the project requires a certificate.

Can I replace it with a similar classification?

It should not be done without reviewing the WPS, base metal, required properties, polarity, heat treatment and approval from the technical owner.

Does SoldaForce dispatch to other cities?

Yes. SoldaForce dispatches to Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Barranquilla and other cities in Colombia depending on availability and carrier.

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Updated: July 9, 2026