Austenitic metal-cored wire of T 18 8 Mn / EC307 type for numerous applications. The corrosion resistance is on par with T 19 9 L R / E308LT0. The easy handling and high deposition rate result in high productivity with excellent welding performance and very low spatter formation. The wire shows good wetting behavior and results in a smooth surface. The wide arc ensures even penetration and side-wall fusion to prevent lack of fusion. This makes the metal-cored wire less sensitive to edge misalignment and variation in gap width. This is for instance utilized for robotic welding of exhaust systems in the automotive industry. Good resistance to embrittlement when operating at service temperatures from –60°C up to 650°C. The weld metal is resistant to scaling up to 850°C, but at temperatures above 500°C there is not sufficient resistance to sulfurous combustion gases. Ferrite measured with Fischer Feritescope MP30: 2 – 7 FN.